1. Maya Angelou inspires me as a writer & poet because her writings about her experiences as a black woman are unapologetic, profound & beautiful.
Her famous poem served as the inspiration for the theme for #UEABHM17 -"And Still, We Rise."

@BobbyxDreyo shares why he's inspired by Photographer Campbell Addy & Comic Book Writer Ta-Nehisi Coates #BlackBrilliance #UEABHM17

President of UEA African Youth Development Society @jeiceyo draws inspiration from legendary rapper 2Pac!

Ethnic Diversity Officer of @UEA_ACS @QuenelleAshley_ speaks about her inspiration- Toni Morrison
#UEABHM17 #BlackBrilliance

Politics & International Relations student @Alilekins admires athlete Serena for her strength!

Pharmacy student Toby speaks about his admiration for Malcolm X: "I've always seen him as someone who was never afraid to shake the table which is a quality I'd like to see in myself." #BlackBrilliance #UEABHM17 #BHM17

President of @WomanismUEA Francesca is inspired by iconic writer & activist Alice Walker!

Michelle Obama's class, beauty and intelligence inspire Nursing student Steph!

American Studies student Ibrahim found inspiration in the form of Jazz musician Dizzy Gillespie! #UEABHM17 #BHM #BlackBrilliance

President of UEA Men's Basketball Jardel identifies Martin Luther King Jr. as his inspiration!
#BlackBrilliance #UEABHM17 #BHM

Ayo admires his number one motivator, his Mum!
#BlackBrilliance #BHM #UEABHM17

@UEA_ACS Event Officer Elodie is inspired by legendary singer & activist Nina Simone!
#BlackBrilliance #UEABHM17 #BlackHistoryMonth

Nick believes Barack Obama represents #BlackBrilliance because of how he continues to inspire so many of us!
#UEABHM17 #BlackHistoryMonth

International Relations & Politics student @fayefrequency admires Taraji for her unapologetic celebration of blackness.
#BlackBrilliance #UEABHM17 #BlackHistoryMonth

@trishamargolis admires Kwame Ture "For teaching me the politics of liberation & reminding me that my blackness is not a burden, it makes me powerful."
#BlackBrilliance #UEABHM17 #BlackHistoryMonth

Fiona admires her fierce Grandma Justina
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Sam is inspired by legendary singer Nat King Cole - "A black man with a voice can be listened to regardless of opposition."
#BlackBrilliance #UEABHM17 #BlackHistoryMonth

LGBT+ Officer @maellekabore admires activist Marsha P. Johnson
#BlackBrilliance #UEABHM17 #BlackHistoryMonth

Vice President of @WomanismUEA @samaxw is inspired by Issa Rae's unique exploration of Black femininity
#BlackBrilliance #UEABHM17 #BlackHistoryMonth

Folasade admires brilliant author Chimamanda!
#BlackBrilliance #UEABHM17 #BlackHistoryMonth

Edu's parents are her role models because of their unconditional love for her
#BlackBrilliance #UEABHM17 #BlackHistoryMonth

Aaron admires Frank Ocean for teaching him to be true to himself!
#BlackBrilliance #UEABHM17 #BlackHistoryMonth

Godwin admires British rapper Giggs!
#BlackBrilliance #UEABHM17 #BlackHistoryMonth

@UEA_ACS Vice President Damilola admires Beyonce for her sheer awesomeness!
#BlackBrilliance #UEABHM17 #BlackHistoryMonth

@UEA_ACS Publicity Officer Billy admires Akala for teaching us about our history!
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President of @UEA_ACS @itsaudreyytimee is inspired by vlogger Daina!
#BlackBrilliance #UEABHM17 #BlackHistoryMonth