FAQs - Association for Teaching Black History in KY

Frequently Asked Questions & Answers

About our Organization

What is the ATBHK?

We are an organization working to support educators across the Commonwealth in highlighting, elevating, and giving life to the historical experiences and stories of Black Kentuckians.

Are you a nonprofit organization?

Yes, we are a nonprofit organization.

Who is on the governing board for the ATBHK?

The governing board consists of Berea College, Kentucky State University, The Muhammad Ali Center, and the Thomas D. Clark Foundation.

Where is the ATBHK located?

Our office is located on the campus of Berea College.

How can I collaborate with the ATBHK?

The easiest way is to reach out to us via our Contact Us page. We’d love to hear from you!

How can I give to the ATBHK?

Please use our donation page to contribute a gift to the ATBHK.

How can I get in touch with ATBHK?

Please reach out via phone or email! Check our Contact Us page for more information.

Our Mission
ATBHK has a mission; we work to ensure that the voices, stories, and historical experiences of Black Kentuckians are elevated and shared. We honor the work of Carter G. Woodson, the father of Black history, as we work to support educators in providing the most robust analysis of the social sciences for our students- and this must include Black history.
Our Strategies
(1) Collaborate with educators to provide the necessary support.
(2) Curate materials to supplement resources that educators currently have.
(3) Celebrate wonderful examples of teaching Kentucky’s rich Black history.
Our Resources
The ATBHK will provide resources for teachers, including workshops, a website with carefully curated instructional videos, links to Kentucky historical resources and sample lessons plans.

“This shouldn’t be controversial because it’s simply about fact. What we know about history is, if you don’t learn the lesson, it will surely come back around.” – Keisha Dorsey, deputy chief of staff, City of Louisville KY

Keisha DorseyCity of Louisville

“We are committed to providing a quality education for all students in the Commonwealth, understanding that an accurate account of our history is essential for developing informed and engaged citizens.” – Shaniqua Robinson

Shaniqua RobinsonExecutive Director of ATBHK

“There are some that will shy away from it, but there is no better time in American history to attack and address some of the things we have not done well in our curriculum. One of the things we must start doing is recognizing the contributions of Black students of Black people and the horrendous things that have happened under the words supremacy and racism in Kentucky, and when we do that, we will not repeat some of the things we’re working so hard not to,” said John Marshall, chief equity officer for JCPS.

John MarshallJefferson County Public Schools

“The initiative has the support of Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear. It is critical that all of our history be taught in Kentucky schools, the good and the bad. History lights our path forward, informing us of who we are, where we come from, where we are as a people and where we want to go.” – Lt. Gov. Jacqueline Coleman

Lt. Gov. Jacqueline ColemanTeam Kentucky

“Continuing to improve education in the Commonwealth to reflect the complexities of current events and their historical context is critical and should include awareness of the Black experience in Kentucky,” a release from the Ali Center stated.

Muhammad Ali Center