Inc History on Video

Profiles the life and work of African-American journalist, Ida B. Wells (1862-1931), a community organizer, grass roots leader and precursor of the modern civil rights movement who waged a relentless public battle against the injustices of lynching and violence against Blacks. Profiles the life of Fannie Lou Hamer, her struggles and triumphs. She is remembered for winning the right to vote for Black Americans and exposing America's poverty by giving...

Health experts openly discuss narcotics abuse with boys and girls 5 to 10 years old.

Haraymiel Ben Shaleak, a health nutrition specialist, provides information on why an organic vegetarian diet will provide people with the the required nutrients to be healthier, talks about medical issues centered on genetically modified (GM) foods, and discusses his findings of the harmful side effects of consuming meat and diary products.

Profiles the life and work of African American civil rights worker Fannie Lou Hamer who raised the cause of equality and freedom for all Blacks in America and who won the right to vote for Black Americans.

"Ida B. Wells: a community organizer and grass roots leader who was a precursor of the modern Civil Rights movement ; Fannie Lou Hamer: an inspiration to anyone who has ever faced oppression & a powerful reminder of what one individual is capable of achieving in the face of adversity."

Lisa Miles, PhD candidate at the Morehouse School of Medicine, analyses why African American women are the leading carriers of the HIV virus. She discuses her decision to pursue a career in medical research, why it is important for more African Americans to do the same, how she balances the demands of class work and research, and offers advice on preparing for this kind of profession.

Profiles the life and work of African-American journalist, Ida B. Wells (1862-1931), a community organizer, grass roots leader and precursor of the modern civil rights movement who waged a relentless public battle against the injustices of lynching and violence against Blacks.

Chronicles the life of African American author of novels, short stories and non-fiction, Richard Wright (1908-1960), following his arduous path from poor sharecropper to literary giant. Wright brought the black experience to the forefront of social discourse.

Chronicles the ambitious journey of African American writer and essayist Ralph Ellison from a childhood of poverty and hardship to celebrated author. His only novel Invisible man addresses the prejudices and hostility experienced by the Black community. He was also an accomplished jazz trumpeter and photographer.

Profiles the life and work of celebrated African American actor, singer, athlete, writer and civil rights activist Paul Robeson (1898-1976).