Representation is more than just a buzzword. It is a significant part of how people feel included and seen in spaces that don’t historically value their existence. One of the most famous examples is the film, “Black Panther.” For the first time, Black children worldwide could imagine a universe where all the superheroes and influential people looked just like them. The film’s representation level was so impactful that people from all walks of life signed each other with the “Wakanda Forever” gesture for years after the movie’s initial release. Examples like the one above are critical to cultural storytelling and overall inclusivity. Eunique Jones Gibson and the good people down at the Happy Hues Co. would seem to agree.

Just in time for the holidays, Because of Them We Can , a platform that highlights prominent figures in Black culture is launching a monthly subscription box for kids. The box is for kids ages 5 to 12 years old and contains inspirational clothes, toys, and products. “After receiving requests from educators for innovative tools and seeing young people expand their aspirations after exposing them to a broader range of history makers, it was clear that we needed to create something that would engage children on a national scale with consistent content curated just for them,” Because of Them We Can Creator Eunique Jones Gibson said in a press release. Because of Them We Can originated as a campaign to highlight kids dressed as notable Black History Month figures and boost the self-esteem of Black children . The campaign has since expanded into a blog platform that features clothin g and other merchandise. The subscription box launches November 30 and will be $39.99 a month with free...