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Throwback Thursday
Since it is a Thursday, we thought that we would share some of our fav Throwbacks. Who would you add to this compilation? Continue reading
My story is painted on my body | Chantelle Brown-Young
We love Chantelle. Take a look at her Ted Talk and find out what she has to say about being a model that lives with a skin condition. Continue reading
My life as an undocumented American | Leezia Dhalla
Watch this thought provoking talk by Leezia Dhalla and let us know what you think. Continue reading
The 101 on vitiligo
In case you have never taken the time to even google what vitiligo is, don’t worry. We got you! Here are some fast facts. Vitiligo (vit-ill-EYE-go) is a disorder in which white patches of skin appear on different parts of the body. This happens because the cells that make pigment (color) in the skin are … Continue reading
The Price of Dark Skin
Dark skin is still a viewed as a bad thing in many African countries. While many dark skin African women choose to lighten their skin, Khoudia Diop decided to embrace hers. Khoudia was bullied as a young girl for her most striking feature, her dark skin. Today, the self-described “Melanin Goddess” is sharing her confidence … Continue reading
What It’s Really Like To Be Multiracial
Priscialla Yuki Wilson shows us how identity as a Black Japanese woman is complicated. Born to a Japanese mother and a Black father, Priscialla is using art to empower Black women and transform the dialogue surrounding people with multiracial backgrounds. Source The Root Facebook Continue reading
Surviving Chicago’s Violence
‘Girls suffer and they mainly suffer in silence.‘ – Here’s how this group is helping young women overcome trauma. Check out Working on Womanhood of Youth Guidance at http://go.nowth.is/2eWt9NR Source Facebook NowThis Continue reading
Body Image Series 3
We are always here for body postitivity. If you are too then you have to check out this site on all things positive. Founded by Hulisani Khorombi we follow the stories of women every August as they learn to love themselves and give some insights into their struggles. Here are some of our fav parts … Continue reading
When Abusive Men Prey on Daughters
Originally posted on This Mama Wines. View original post here A must read if you have a young lady in your life… As I watch the story continuing to unfold of R. Kelly still allegedly abusing young girls I hear a mixture of comments. A lot of people sit back and say that it would … Continue reading
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