The migrants created a new sense of belonging from "summary" of The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson
The migrants who ventured north or west out of the South during the Great Migration were seeking more than just a change in scenery. They were in search of a new life, one that offered opportunities and freedoms that were denied to them in the Jim Crow South. As they settled into their new homes in cities like Chicago, New York, and Los Angeles, they found themselves creating a new sense of belonging - a feeling of being part of something larger than themselves. In the face of discrimination and segregation, the migrants banded together to form tight-knit communities that provided support, companionship, and a sense of solidarity. They built churches, social clubs, and mutual aid societies that helped them navigate the challenges of urban life. By coming together in this way, the migrants were able to forge bonds that transcended geographical and cultural differences, creating a new kind of family that gave them a sense of belonging in their adopted cities. In their new communities, the migrants also found the space to express themselves and celebrate their culture in ways that had been suppressed in the South. They brought with them the music, food, an...
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