There’s no denying that black travel and activism can unmask the common struggles that unite the black community across the globe. Particularly over these past few years, for some, that journey has taken on an even greater meaning. In this special series, we link the stories of black activists and travelers as they explore the unique access black travel has granted and how it can continue to make black activism an even greater force.

What I Learned Through Travel, Activism, And (Eventually) Healing
A man holding a placard that reads "Black Lives Matters" takes part in a demonstration of people, including employees of the country's social and reception centers and members of anti-racism associations, against the government's social politics, its recent decree restricting the right to asylum, and against racism on November 10, 2018 in downtown Rome.
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How History’s Foremost Activists Were Inspired By Travel
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New Revolution: How Travel Is Building A Stronger Black Community
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