How Did African Americans Contribute To The Black Power Movement

It can be argued that the Black Power Movement (BPM) was initiated after African Americans were dissatisfied with the achievements of the Civil Rights Movement, and was able to bring about changes for Blacks in America by promoting equality, unity and pride amongst African Americans. After the Civil Rights Movement, only some basic human rights were achieved for Black Americans, however many rights were still neglected as well as many blacks still feeling unheard and not represented. The treatment of African Americans at the time, contradicted the bill that was passed after World War II, which stated that regardless of race, gender, religious and cultural backgrounds, all human beings have rights and should be treated with equality and dignity,
He encouraged African Americans to embrace and be proud of their heritage and their unique cultures. Stokely had adopted the 'Black is Beautiful" slogan from Steve Biko, and used it in one of the public speeches he gave. He believed in the power and impact of giving speeches that were made using the traditional Black technique of storytelling. Carmichael had been inspired to join and contribute to the BPM, by the courage of those who fought and contributed towards the Civil Rights Movement. Following the incident with James Meredith who was shot and injured after organising a peaceful protest in 1966, Carmichael changed his beliefs about non-violence, now viewing it as a strategy that could be abandoned if it failed to bring about change, and was later banned from the SNCC, for failing to communicate with fellow members about some of his ideas. Stokely was able to spread ideas about uniting and taking pride in Black heritage, showing how his contribution to the BPM, helped to promote the movement and bring about change in America. Malcolm X, born Malcolm Little, was another contributor to the Black Power
After being released from jail, he became a follower of Elijah Muhammed, a leader of the Black Islamic sect; Nation of Islam (NOI) and became a member himself. Malcolm ended up becoming a prominent member of NOI, and gave many public speeches about the Islamic beliefs with regards to equality. He went on a pilgrimage to Mecca, a Sunni Muslim custom, where he witnessed Muslims of all races and backgrounds mingle and abide in harmony, equality and peace, this led to his change of mindset and beliefs. Malcolm was later banned due to growing jealousy amongst other members, and for voicing his criticism of Muhammed's multiple affairs. After promoting these ideas of equality amongst Black and white Americans through speeches, he was assassinated by NOI members for sharing these new ideas. Malcolm X was able to share and promote ideas of equality amongst Americans of all races, and overall contributed to the BPM and the changes it brought about. The Black Panthers were a group of African Americans that served as a voice for those not heard, and as the protectors of the blacks living in ghettos. They carried weapons and believed that the only way to bring about change was by the use of guns, and more radical approaches to