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Yocum African American
History Association

PO Box 1507
Medina, OH 44258
YAAHA@YocumBlackHistory.org

(330) 887-2545

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is YAAHA different from other education sites?

YAAHA seeks to inspire black success against the odds and foster racial harmony by demonstrating that Black history is American history.

Why was YAAHA founded?

YAAHA was founded to uncover hidden Black history by educators who shared a belief that Americans knowing more about each other is the surest path to unity.

What Future plans does YAAHA have for growth?
YAAHA will expand its digital presence to provide its educational materials to the public, charter schools and the homeschooling community.
What references do you use for your educational materials?

YAAHA’s educational materials are documented with original illustrations and photographs; Census Bureau records; court records; newspaper accounts; political cartoons; biographies; contemporaneous testimonials in letters and interviews; party platforms; and Congressional records, including speeches made by 19th-century Black legislators.

How can I use the lesson plans on the site?

The YAAHA lesson plans can be read by individuals and used by teachers in an academic setting. 

Where can I find the references on the lesson plans?
YAAHA lesson plans contain the names of libraries and archives with links to where documents can be found.
Are the lesson plans copyrighted?
YAAHA lesson plans are copyrighted.
Can I use the photos, charts and illustrations on your website for teaching purposes?

Photos, charts, and illustrations on the YAAHA website can be used for teaching purposes. Please give YAAHA credit for the use of the material.

Are the photos, charts and illustrations on your website copyrighted?
Some, but not all, of the photos, charts and illustrations on the YAAHA website are copyrighted and the copyrighted materials are identified.
What are the restrictions for use of the photos, charts and illustrations on your educational materials?
Except where identified as copyrighted, the photos, charts and illustrations on the YAAHA website are in the Public Domain. Otherwise, the Fair Use Doctrine applies if you meet one of three conditions. (1) You use the photos, charts and illustrations for non-profit and educational purposes. (2) You change the photos, charts or illustrations so drastically that they no longer have the same meaning or purpose. (3)You use the photos, charts and illustrations as information for the public good.
Where can I purchase the eBook?

BLACK HISTORY 1619 – 2019: AN ILLUSTRATED AND DOCUMENTED AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY can be purchased in ebook format on Amazon.

How do I support Yocum African American History Association (YAAHA)?

Your financial support makes it possible for YAAHA to share our educational materials with the public to promote Black success and foster racial unity. You can make a donation to support the YAAHA educational campaign either online or by sending a check to:

YAAHA
PO Box 1507
Medina, OH 44258

What are the different levels of support?
You may support us with a donation at these levels:

Diamond: $2,500+

Platinum: $1,000

Gold: $500

Silver: $250

Bronze: $100

How can I sign-up for the YAAHA newsletter?

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YAAHA is dedicated to encouraging stories about Black history, proving that Black history is American history. We challenge the status quo about what people think they know about Black history.

Donate today! Help YAAHA by supporting the publishing cost of our new book, The Chronicle of Heroes, Black Contributions to America. Share aspirational messages and make a difference through the empowerment of education and become the hero in your community.

 

Donations will support writing our new book and educating all Americans about Black history from the Revolutionary War to the present.