An Address to Free Coloured Americans

"An Address to Free Coloured Americans" by the Anti-slavery Convention of American Women is a historical text from the 1830s that confronts the evils of slavery by appealing to free Black people to rise up morally and intellectually and fight for the freedom of those still enslaved. Produced during a time of intense national division over slavery, this book captures the rising antislavery feelings of women working for social reformation. The authors highlight the cruel realities of slavery, explaining its devastating effects on the minds, spirits, and bodies of those it touches. They challenge free Black Americans to live lives of high moral character and pursue knowledge, believing their advancement is key to ending slavery. The book pushes for education, community togetherness, and a firm commitment to human rights, encouraging readers to dismiss the idea of racial inferiority pushed by slave owners. By sharing stories of successful, free, educated Black people, the text aims to inspire responsibility and optimism, pushing its audience to actively join the struggle for freedom and equal rights.