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Black Panther review
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Black Panther review

Posted on February 28, 2018 by #mygirlsquad • Leave a comment

We love this review of Black Panther by Jada Thwala so we had to share it and make her our #WCW today. “Where or where do I start. My thoughts are: This movie is so dear to my heart. Ryan and Marvel managed To find a beautiful balance between ethnic customs, modern day life and futurism . … Continue reading →

Women you should know: The women soldiers of Dahomey
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Women you should know: The women soldiers of Dahomey

Posted on February 21, 2018 by #mygirlsquad • Leave a comment

In honor of Black Panther we needed to repost this article from our archives! From the 18th to the early 20th century in Benin the armed forces were led by the Mino, a fierce all-female army tasked with guarding the palace, royalty and fighting for the territory of Benin, then known as Dahomey. When European … Continue reading →

#WCW Stacey Y. Abrams
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#WCW Stacey Y. Abrams

Posted on January 31, 2018 by #mygirlsquad • Leave a comment

The U.S. has never had a black woman as Governor but our Stacey Abrams plans to change that. She was born December 9, 1973 and is an American politician, lawyer, and businesswoman who was the House Minority Leader for the Georgia General Assembly and State Representative for the 89th House District. She is a member of the Democratic … Continue reading →

An Ode to natural hair
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An Ode to natural hair

Posted on January 10, 2018 by #mygirlsquad • Leave a comment

This lyrical stanza written and recited by @andymkosi glorifies the South African natural and we love it. Take a look here.   Sourced from Facebook             Continue reading →

The Handsy Man by Tracee Ellis Ross
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The Handsy Man by Tracee Ellis Ross

Posted on December 13, 2017 by #mygirlsquad • Leave a comment

If we hadn’t already confirmed our undying love for Tracee then her children’s book has definitely cemented that. Watch how she reads a story that she wrote in the form of a children’s book for men in order to explain sexual harassment in a simple way.       Sourced from youtube Continue reading →

#WCW Xatyiswa Exy Maqashalala
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#WCW Xatyiswa Exy Maqashalala

Posted on December 6, 2017 by #mygirlsquad • Leave a comment

We always have a choice; to either focus on everything that is wrong with us and with the world, or to consciously rise above our limitations and go for what we want against all odds. If you are in need some inspiration today you have to watch this video about Xatyiswa who has honestly overcome … Continue reading →

Let’s play ‘Hair Nah’
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Let’s play ‘Hair Nah’

Posted on November 22, 2017 by #mygirlsquad • Leave a comment

This new web game Hair Nah!, in which you play a black woman swatting away those problematic paws gunning for the glory that sits atop your head, comes at a time where there’s renewed focus on what to do and what not to do with black women’s hair. We are here for it and can’t wait … Continue reading →

Ada Blackjack’s Remarkable Story
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Ada Blackjack’s Remarkable Story

Posted on November 7, 2017 by #mygirlsquad • Leave a comment

Ada Blackjack (May 10, 1898 – 1983) was an Inuit woman who lived for two years as a castaway on uninhabited Wrangel Island in northern Siberia. Ada needed money for her son, so she joined a team of explorers—and ultimately became a hero. Source Timeline Facebook Continue reading →

Women You Should Know: Surya Bonaly
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Women You Should Know: Surya Bonaly

Posted on November 2, 2017 by #mygirlsquad • Leave a comment

Do you know who is the best figure skaters of all-time? Chances are you don’t. Her name is Surya Bonaly, one of the best figure skaters of all-time. She was the Serena Williams of figure skating — and they never gave her credit! Source Unstripped voice Continue reading →

#WCW artist Harmonia Rosales
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#WCW artist Harmonia Rosales

Posted on November 1, 2017 by #mygirlsquad • Leave a comment

Afro Cuban artist Harmonia Rosales is giving us life with her artwork and so she is today’s #WCW. She is recreating classical art with black women. Watch the video here:     Sourced from Facebook Continue reading →

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