Malcolm X 100th Birthday Commemorated Across US, Bermuda

Malcolm X's 100th birthday is being commemorated worldwide with events highlighting his enduring legacy and evolving public perception. Nebraska officially designated May 19th as Malcolm X Day in 2024, with celebrations in Omaha emphasizing his compassion, global vision, and the correction of historical inaccuracies about his life, as noted by his daughter Ilyasah Shabazz. The National Action Network, led by Rev. Al Sharpton, organized a commemoration featuring civil rights attorney Ben Crump and Malcolm X's relatives, reflecting on Malcolm's fight for Black empowerment and economic justice both in the U.S. and globally. Cultural reflections include the release of a new book, "The Afterlife of Malcolm X," which explores how Malcolm's story has been told and retold in media and culture, as well as the circumstances surrounding his assassination. In Bermuda, an event themed "Always Learning" at Dellwood Middle School invited community members to share personal stories inspired by Malcolm X's transformative life journey from hardship to global icon. These varied commemorations underscore Malcolm X's profound impact on civil rights, cultural history, and ongoing social justice movements.