During Black History Month, figures such as the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks, and Malcolm X are most commonly tributed for their contributions to the black community. These notable individuals should continue to be honored for their significant change-making actions; however, current champions within the black community are too often overlooked.
Black history is still being made today! So, here is a list of several black trailblazers who made history in the last few years that should be acknowledged during this month and into the future.