The Symbol of Unity – Unveiling the Red, Black & Green: The Man Behind the Movement Image 1 of 2

Meet Marcus Garvey, the visionary leader whose dream of a united Africa gave birth to the Pan-African flag.

Marcus Garvey, a Jamaican political leader, publisher, and orator, is celebrated as the father of the Pan-African movement. His advocacy for black empowerment and unity led to the creation of the red, black, and green Pan-African flag. Garvey’s legacy endures through his unwavering belief in the potential of African people to shape their destiny and create a unified, liberated Africa.

Fly the Red, Black & Green on August 17!

This post is a part of a series The Symbol of Unity: Unveiling the Red, Black & Green by the Institute of the Black World 21st Century. August 17, 1887 is the birthday of the Honorable Marcus Mosiah Garvey; therefore, we celebrate this day (Aug 17) as Universal Pan African Flag Day.