Million Man March

Manhood, Mission and the Million Man March: Transformative Practice and Policy in Struggle

Dr. Maulana KarengaOctober 28, 2021

The meaning and mission of manhood, especially Black manhood, is an ancient and ongoing question, for it is not only about a presence, but also about a process and practice, and not only about just being, but also about constantly becoming. In a word, it is about ever striving and struggling to be our best and come into the fullness of ourselves as men, African men and human beings.

Dr. Maulana Karenga

Raising the Million Man March: Remembering and Reaffirming Its Mission

Dr. Maulana KarengaOctober 14, 2021

It was 26 years ago, October 16, 1995, that we stood firmly together, 2 million plus strong in Washington, D.C. Called to action by Min. Louis Farrakhan, the Nation of Islam and the critical juncture and demands of our history, we declared our commitment to assume a new and expanded responsibility in life, love and struggle. Below follows an excerpt from the Million Man March/Day of Absence Mission Statement focusing on the shared responsibility of Black men and women in holding themselves responsible, as well as the government and corporate world, and raising issues insightfully and compelling current.

Dr. Maulana Karenga

Assessing the Million Man March:

Dr. Maulana KarengaOctober 22, 2020

Lessons Learned from the Mission Statement

National News

Dr. Johnnetta B. Cole States ‘The Time Is Now’

Lauren Poteat, NNPA Washington CorrespondentDecember 27, 2018

“I think the time for NCNW to build good, positive, relationships with the press is now. Not when there’s some issue, some crisis, some unfortunate situation… Now, so that we can always call on you and if you need us, and we will respond to you.”

Dr. Maulana Karenga Opinion

Remembering the Million Man March: Reflections on Memory and Mission

Dr. Maulana KarengaNovember 2, 2017

The Mission Statement concludes with a challenge and call to us, ourselves, to sustain and institutionalize this moment and Movement.

History National News Political

‘Separation or Death,’ warned Minister Louis Farrakhan during 22nd Anniversary of the Million Man March keynote address

Charlene Muhammad, Contributing Writer October 19, 2017

On Sunday, October 15, the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan delivered the keynote address for the 22nd Anniversary of the Million Man March/Holy Day Atonement. The title was “Separation Or Death”.

Entertainment TV

TV One Commemorates 20th Anniversary of Million Man March

Sentinel News ServiceOctober 7, 2015

In recognition of the 20th anniversary of the Million Man March, TV One will present a two-hour special on Friday, Oct. 9 from 8-10 p.m. ET. The evening’s programming, presented by News One Now host and managing editor Roland S. Martin, will feature the network television premiere of the acclaimed documentary The Million Man March Story, followed by a News One Now primetime roundtable discussion.

National

Justice Or Else, Honoring the 20 year anniversary of Million Man March

Kimberlee Buck, Contributing WriterAugust 19, 2015

This year on October 16, another rally will take place at the National Mall honoring the 20 year anniversary of the Million Man March.

National News

Mobilizing for the Oct. 10 ‘Justice or Else’ March in D.C.

NNPA Columnist Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr.August 5, 2015

When The Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan issues a sacred clarion call for a national and international mobilization for justice, freedom and equality, millions of people across America and throughout the world respond with responsive enthusiasm and energy.

National

BISMILLAH Justice or Else! L.A.

Charlene Muhammad, Contributing WriterJune 25, 2015

The Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan met with L.A.’s community leaders during his “Justice or Else!” national tour to promote the 20th Anniversary of the Million Man March, slated for October 10, 2015 in Washington, D.C.