Even for 2018 Nike has decided to pay tribute to the Black History Month (BHM), releasing a new sneakers collection inspired by Martin Luther King Jr.’s political battles and by public speech and records of the greatest athletes ever.
The colors used in the collection were inspired by the Pan-African flag, and by these Nike emphasizes the importance of solidarity between all people of African descent around the world.
Select shoes feature a significant date for both sports world, and human right of equality, diversity and inclusion.
A part of BHM collection was released on January 15, while the second wave will drop on February 1.
Air Jordan I High EQUALITY
This Air Jordan I was inspired by Carmelo Anthony’s fight against social injustice. It will be available January 15.
Air Force 1 Low EQUALITY
The graphic on hangtag leaves no room for doubt: this Air Force 1 is inspired by Martin Luther King Jr. and his iconic “I have a dream” speech. It will be available January 15.
Nike LeBron XV BHM
On July 13th 2016 LeBron James during a speech called his fellow athletes to action, to use their influence to heal a country divided by racism and injustice. It will be available January 15.
Nike KDX BHM
May 6, 2104: Kevin Durant, during his MVP speech ( Most Valuable Player Award, award given to the best performing player of the regular season), remembers his family origin. It will be available January 15.
Nike Kyrie 4 BHM
Kyrie Irving chose to not include a date, to don’t look at the past but at the future. It will be available January 15.
Nike Mercurial Vapor XI EQUALITY
New Mercurial Vapor colorway was worn by Kevin-Prince Boateng on pitch on January 13. It will be available January 15.
Air Vapormax Flyknit BHM
August 20, 1993: Gail Devers earn gold for winning the IAAF (International Association of Athletics Federations) 1100-meter World Championship title in Stuttgart. The shoe will be available February 1.
Air Force 1 High BHM
First time Nike uses this type of printing design on an Air Force 1. The shoe will be available February 1.
Air Jordan 1 Flyknit BHM
November 22, 2016: Michael Jordan was rewarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Barack Obama. The shoe will be available February 1.
