This is a letter penned by the feminist author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie who was asked how to raise a feminist. Dear Ijeawele, What joy. And what lovely names: Chizalum Adaora. She is so beautiful. Only a day old and she already looks curious about the world. Your note made me cry. You know how I get foolishly emotional … Continue reading
Giselle from CentricTV takes it to the streets of New York City to find out what White people REALLY know about Black hair. Have a watch here: Continue reading
#Black lives matter #BlackConsciousness #Black Liberation #(You add yours) There are many slogans and hashtags similar to these that have become so popular and sharply penetrating deep inside the veins to those who choose to use them. Have you ever stopped to think, Who uses these hashtags? Is it people who really want to use … Continue reading
Our WCW goes to Dr. Nadia Lopez, an inspiring principal, who founded Mott Hall Bridges Academy and is revolutionizing education for kids in areas like Brownsville, Brooklyn! Watch “The Lopez Effect.” Video Source: PopSugar Celebrity Facebook Continue reading
They say words are the weapons we use to either uplift or harm, and while this may be true, words also help us heal. For some, words mean different things and can sometimes be lost in translation. Miscommunication is a big part of losing the translation of certain words that can mean different things to … Continue reading
Afro-LatinX people celebrate #HispanicHeritageMonth Continue reading
If you follow me on social media you are aware that I have listened to the new Solange album about 1 million times. I have to say that I adore every single song. In honour of such I would like to take a moment to highlight my fav lines from each song. Rise Walk in … Continue reading
In honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-October 15), we celebrate the contributions of four notable men and women who paved the way for the rights of Latinos, African-Americans, and Caribbean communities. Below are four courageous and memorable Latinos who paved the way for women’s rights, and freedom within their communities and worldwide. … Continue reading
Black women often seem to be on the bottom of someone’s list. From being the most disrespected to the least likely to be successful. While all these lists are unwavering, the one thing that we can honestly do without is being told – “I Don’t Date Black Women.” – So what? To all those who … Continue reading
There is a silent war against children of color. Children of color are being tried as adults at an alarming rate. Video Source: MiC Facebook Continue reading
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