Black power is a political slogan and associated ideology emphasizing racial pride, self-determination, and the pursuit of political and economic power for people of African descent. As a central concept and research field, it investigates the historical movement's strategies, goals, and impact on civil rights, political organization, and cultural identity, characterized by its focus on Black agency and resistance to systemic oppression. Its significance lies in its pivotal role in the Black liberation struggle and its influence on subsequent academic and activist endeavors.