Recent iterations of anti-Black and antisemitic social media posts by influencer-activist vegans vividly exposed white supremacy in veganism - or white veganism. Black, Latinx, Indigenous, POC, and ally advocates have pushed for more introspection in response.
Read MoreHaiti - the Caribbean country that shares an island with the Dominican Republic - is in the headlines for its dedication to safety and overall peace. Haiti has also been in headlines for the increase in kidnappings, gang violence and purported political corruption.
Read MoreFirst, I think we need to break down what self-care really means. With roots in the medical world, self-care is a term used to describe activities and behaviors that promote well-being. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines self-care as “the ability of individuals, families, and communities to promote health, prevent disease, maintain health, and to cope with illness and disability with or without the support of a healthcare provider”.
Read MoreWhen it comes to domestic violence, people have opinions on what is right and who is justified. An example is the latest incident between Saweetie and Quavo (both successful recording artists) in the elevator. Footage circulated of the two in an elevator scuffle. In the video, Saweetie takes a swing at Quavo. He then pulls her into the elevator and pushes her down.
Read MoreOnce, someone told me that I looked like a warrior princess surveying her lands and protecting her people. I was in Austin for a conference that was taking place at the same time as a racecar driving event. The street was closed off, and people were out drinking and celebrating. While my friends were enjoying the festivities, I started walking up and down the block – surveying.
Read MoreNot all men are bad.
Not all men want to hurt women.
Not all men want to hurt you.
Not all men are out to get you.
Not all men will chase you down the street.
AND YET
Read MoreI cry a lot.
And over anything.
It seems that I wear all the bad I come across on my body. As shiny blisters bursting into open sores, weeping as I do.
It’s difficult not to scratch and prod and make myself feel worse about things that I can’t change.
Read MoreTrigger Warning: This article contains details about sexual assault against a minor.
What happens when the evil stranger you’ve been taught to stay away from lives with you? What is the protocol when sexual assault happens at the hands of a family member? The Black community has some learning to do here. No one wants society’s input or judgment. But what about the child? Who will protect them when the monster in the closet sleeps in the next room?
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