The Handle Bar’s seeks to inspire self betterment to our community in each and every ride. With you, we aim continuously to become a better, more diverse, more inclusive space for all riders to find inspiration and transformation.
Enjoy these resources, curated by The HB Team with you in mind.
Books & Reading
Black Joy in Picture Books
By: Seattle Kids Librarians at the Seattle Public Library
“In honor of Black History Month, here are some recent picture books celebrating Black joy!” LINK
Celebrating Black Joy: A Collection of Picture Books by Black Authors
“This collection of joyful picture books by Black creators includes some of our very favorite inclusive picture books that shine a light on beautiful friendships, families, traditions and fun.”
Boston Public Library Celebrates Black History Month with Annual “Black Is…” Booklist & Special Events
https://www.bpl.org/news/black-is-2023/
The Boston Public Library has great educational resources regarding book lists and events.
Inclusive Conversations: Fostering Equity, Empathy, and Belonging across Differences by Mary-Frances Winters
https://www.portersquarebooks.com/book/9780369344038
How We Get Free: Black Feminism and the Combahee River Collective
Edited by Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor (The Combahee River Collective is a queer Black feminist socialist organization founded in Boston in the mid to late ’70s that were active through the early 80s.)
On Intersectionality: Essential Writings
Kimberlé Crenshaw intersectionality)https://bookshop.org/p/books/on-intersectionality-essential-writings-kimberle-crenshaw/12898494?ean=9781620975510
Learning Resources & News
21-Day Racial Equity Habit-Building Challenge
by the American Bar Association https://www.americanbar.org/groups/labor_law/membership/equal_opportunity
BOSTON. RACISM. IMAGE. REALITY.
By the Boston Globe https://apps.bostonglobe.com/spotlight/boston-racism-image-reality/
Breast-feeding and Black moms — why I’m breaking a generational cycle
By Ashley Mitchell
Boston & Local
Desegregation Busing by the Boston Research Center https://bostonresearchcenter.org/projects_files/eob/single-entry-busing.html#:~:text=On%20June%2021%2C%201974%2C%20Judge,white%20schools%20across%20the%20city.
The Museum of African American History in Beacon Hill https://www.maah.org/
A great way to learn about the black liberation movement that started in Boston.
Boston While Black https://bostonwhileblack.com/
“Boston While Black is a membership network for Black professionals, entrepreneurs, and students who are seeking connection and community. Through our digital platform and in-person and virtual programming, we serve members who are seeking access to culturally-relevant experiences, information and resources to navigate the city, and an authentic personal and professional network.”
Ascension: A Master Class on Social Justice by the Down Under School of Yoga https://downunderyoga.com/upcoming-events/ascension-the-prequel
44 Mental Health Resources for Black People Trying to Survive in This Country
44 Black Mental Health Support Resources for Anyone Who Needs Them | SELF
Healing the Hidden Wounds of Racial Trauma by Kenneth V. Hardy healing_the_hidden_wounds_of_racial_trauma_hardy.pdf (cibhs.org)
5 Black-Owned Wellness Apps To Keep You Calm And Centered – 5 Black-Owned Wellness Apps To Keep You Calm And Centered – Black Girl NerdsFor us, by us wellness apps (I’ve heard positive reviews about Liberate specifically)
Music & Artistry
We Insist: A Century Of Black Music Against State Violence
A Century Of Black Music Against State Violence : NPR
Janelle Monáe: Living Out Loud
Janelle Monáe: Living Out Loud | Them
Paula Champagne: a dear friend and amazing artist that does a collection of prints showing Black people in nature, resting
Is this Black Enough for You? A film on Netflix , https://www.netflix.com/title/81387240
Institute for Nonprofit Practice’s Black Leadership Institute: launched last year but empowering leaders of color and specifically Black leaders has been at the heart of so many of Yolanda’s decisions as she’s grown this organization.
Ujima Project: not Black-specific but is a collective made of and that organizes for communities of color in Boston. There are many opportunities around solutions and to receive funding through this organization.
Yoga instructors near and far:
Learning Resources & News
21-Day Racial Equity Habit-Building Challenge
by the American Bar Association https://www.americanbar.org/groups/labor_law/membership/equal_opportunity
BOSTON. RACISM. IMAGE. REALITY.
By the Boston Globe https://apps.bostonglobe.com/spotlight/boston-racism-image-reality/
Breast-feeding and Black moms — why I’m breaking a generational cycle
By Ashley Mitchell
Boston & Local
Desegregation Busing by the Boston Research Center https://bostonresearchcenter.org/projects_files/eob/single-entry-busing.html#:~:text=On%20June%2021%2C%201974%2C%20Judge,white%20schools%20across%20the%20city.
The Museum of African American History in Beacon Hill https://www.maah.org/
A great way to learn about the black liberation movement that started in Boston.
Boston While Black https://bostonwhileblack.com/
“Boston While Black is a membership network for Black professionals, entrepreneurs, and students who are seeking connection and community. Through our digital platform and in-person and virtual programming, we serve members who are seeking access to culturally-relevant experiences, information and resources to navigate the city, and an authentic personal and professional network.”
Ascension: A Master Class on Social Justice by the Down Under School of Yoga https://downunderyoga.com/upcoming-events/ascension-the-prequel
44 Mental Health Resources for Black People Trying to Survive in This Country
44 Black Mental Health Support Resources for Anyone Who Needs Them | SELF
Healing the Hidden Wounds of Racial Trauma by Kenneth V. Hardy healing_the_hidden_wounds_of_racial_trauma_hardy.pdf (cibhs.org)
5 Black-Owned Wellness Apps To Keep You Calm And Centered – 5 Black-Owned Wellness Apps To Keep You Calm And Centered – Black Girl NerdsFor us, by us wellness apps (I’ve heard positive reviews about Liberate specifically)
