I have always been black. The majority of my classmates and peers read me as black, and a part of me knew they weren’t wrong; but I had been conditioned to sigh, “No, I’m Puerto Rican.” My blackness was palpable before my understanding of it was.
5 Black Ass Shows To Get You Through The Thanksgiving Weekend
We’re all still reeling from the election, food comas and family dysfunction that took place over Thanksgiving. And while these feelings of sadness and memories of family craziness won’t dissipate anytime soon, I think it’s important we find some joy to get us through these tough times. Binge watch some black excellence! [Read more…]
Black, Educated, And Jobless: Here’s How One Woman Is Inspiring And Preparing Our College Graduates
I was a black woman with four degrees, the highest being a doctorate, and struggling with bouts of unemployment or underemployment years after graduation. I knew I wasn't the only one.
Interplay that helps us grow. Enjoy these three easy tips to remind yourself to chill when you find yourself with new and old friends.
Just ReReleased In Theatres: Julie Dash’s ‘Daughters Of The Dust’
Twenty-five years ago, Julie Dash made history by becoming the first African-American woman to direct and produce a full-length feature film that was widely distributed in theaters across the country. The New York Times called it, "A film of spellbinding visual beauty." The film was "Daughters Of The Dust."
"These moments when artists can speak truth to power mean much more now than they have. It's about us continuing to elevate truth, trying to raise people's consciousness and not trying to divide people. "
Sisterhood isn't characterized by moments, although you may remember a time where you felt the presence of sisterhood in a moment. It’s the solidarity of women based on shared experiences, concerns and or beliefs.
We Need To Talk About Oppressive Ciscentric Beauty Standards And Passing Privilege
Appearance privilege has played a part in the realization of what exactly cis-hetero society accepts and rejects. For the safety of our trans community, it's imperative to break the chain. It's imperative to break traditional binary.
Struggle Love Is Real: How Some Black Music Normalizes Dysfunction In Relationships
From blues songs such as “No Good Man” by Nina Simone to “He’s Mine” by Mokenstef, black women have been sold a bill of goods that tells them pain is love.
For Girls Who Want To Lose That Last Ten Pounds: On Body Acceptance and Surviving An Eating Disorder
I’ve always been a chubby girl and I’ve hated that fact for a very long time now. If I’m being honest, I’m afraid of this illness. Binge eating ruined my childhood and my self-esteem.
Nate Parker and his movie brought out the hoteps in full force. The ankh wearing, shea butter deficient, black women blaming Ashy Dick Army, also known as hoteps, made sure that their voices were heard.
Carnival Girl: Jana In Tequila Sunrise Orange Shadow With Electric Blue Mascara
Imagine you're in Barbados partying alongside Rihanna for Carnival. You’re decked out in all the festival regalia. You've got your jeweled bustier and your elaborate headdress. Your makeup is apropos and elegantly on fleek. Now take away all the fanfare and the feathers. The music and the dancing. What’s left? That amazing face.
The truth is developing a self love practice is not easy, it takes consistency and awareness, but once you do life just feels fuzzier.
Validating Post-Election Grief: 15 Ways Black Women and Femmes Can Practice Self-Care
This election was deeply disappointing for many Americans who fear they may lose their fundamental rights-- and especially disappointing for marginalized communities that fear for their safety. The grief many of us are experiencing is legitimate. Here are some tips for pushing through while caring for yourself.
10 Things Black Women Need to Hear More Often 🍒
It's important that Black women know that they matter and that their lives are important. If you have not heard it today, and just in case your mind is playing tricks on you, we want you to know that we see you.
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