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.




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Arts + Culture

13 of Our Favorite Books On Black Resistance and Revolution

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Black Girls Only: A Playlist of Our Favorite Black Girl Anthems
Music

Black Girls Only: A Playlist of Our Favorite Black Girl Anthems

Introducing our monthly editorial theme of 'Black Girls Only' with a playlist of all the Black girl anthems you need in your life.