In most cases, mental health in the black community is still a taboo subject. This is a huge problem considering black people are actually more vulnerable to mental illnesses. Many of us need help but are too afraid to even ask because it’s not something […]
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Michelle Obama’s Netflix Film ‘BECOMING’ Teaches Us The Importance Of Telling Our Story
“If we can open up a little bit more to each other and share our stories, our real stories, that’s what breaks down barriers. But in order to do that, you have to believe that your story has value. Be vulnerable. Dare to be vulnerable.” […]
Ethical/Sustainable Fashion Brands by Women of Colour
You have values. So should your clothes. Ethical/Sustainable fashion has been around for a long time, but it’s only now that it’s becoming a thing that people recognise not only as another trend but an actual necessity. 2019 saw a rise in people becoming more […]
Spread The Truth
“SPREAD THE TRUTH” – A VISUAL GUIDE + THINK PIECE Persistently keep learning, doing & sharing – even behind the scenes where no one’s watching – strive to figure out what’s important & get rid of distractions. We dwell in a world […]
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The ‘Get Up, Stand Up Now’ Exhibition- The Epitome Of Cultural Vibrancy
The vibrant colours of the entrance invite you into a wonderland-esque universe full of Black creativity spanning the past 50 years. The animated hues continue to guide you through the exhibition with each door being distinct in colour allowing for a different theme, a different […]
6 Nigerian Authors
In celebration of the 59th Nigerian Independence Day, I’ve put together a list of 6 Nigerian authors along with a short review of some of the books and essays I’ve read (plus one author whose plays I would like to read). Nigeria is easily home […]
Representation Matters
For all those who watch Wimbledon, this may not be news. But for those like me who only glance at the TV a few times when Wimbledon is on, 15-year-old Cori (Coco) Gauff beat Venus Williams during her Wimbledon debut. This makes her the youngest […]
Oh No, Not Another Angry Black Woman
Black women are so easily labelled as being ‘angry’. The ‘angry black woman’ is a misguided entertainment device. I see the ‘angry black woman’ stereotype on the TV. She’s seen shouting, rolling her eyes and just generally being louder than everyone else. Recently, Serena Williams […]
Black Owned Businesses: Legendary Rootz
This is a little segment that I thought of starting where I share and discuss my thoughts on black-owned businesses. I believe it’s important that I support businesses run by fellow black people, to encourage and big them up as they express themselves in a […]
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