After the passing of Civil Rights leader Jesse Jackson, Joseph Lawson, Executive Director of SDARJ was interviewed by WRDE TV reporter Ted Corriero.
Every American genre—jazz, blues, gospel, country, rock and roll—is born from the voices of the oppressed. These genres were frequently repackaged for white audiences and industry profits. This story is not just about music; it is the contrast between creator and beneficiary.
The history of African American people in Sussex County is not only a story of communities and institutions, but also of individuals whose lives and leadership shaped Delaware and, in some cases, the nation.
The Nassau school is a unique part of Sussex County history. It must be saved and preserved.
Read the latest issue of Black Voices. Vol. 18 From Struggle to Strength. The impact of black history on America’s identity
Supporting Our Youth, Defending our history was the theme of SDARJ’s third annual MLK celebration. This year the event was a fundraiser for the Charlotte King Scholarship Fund.
