Black Men Are Owning Their Narratives With #BlackMenSmiling and It's Everything

The black joy is palpable.

Black Men Are Owning Their Narratives With #BlackMenSmiling and It's Everything

Black men across social media are challenging trite notions on black masculinity by sharing pictures of themselves flashing their pearly whites using the hashtag #BlackMenSmiling.

Following in the footsteps of the #BlackBoyJoy movement, #BlackMenSmiling is all about reclaiming the narrative, and we're absolutely here for it. Like seriously, can this trend everyday?


The happiness is palpable and it's a delight to see these joyous photos flood our timelines. Check some out below.




A three stripped flag in red, yellow and green.
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