Booker T. Washington: Booker T. Washington was an influential African-American leader who advocated for economic self-help and vocational training as a means for African-Americans to uplift themselves in society.
Tuskegee Institute: Founded by Booker T. Washington in Alabama, Tuskegee Institute was a school dedicated to providing vocational education and skills training for African-Americans.
Self-reliance: Self-reliance is the ability of individuals or communities to rely on their own resources, skills, and actions in order to achieve success and prosperity.