Posts by Maisha Z. Johnson
What’s Wrong with Cultural Appropriation? These 9 Answers Reveal Its Harm
If cultural appropriation doesn’t seem like a big deal to you, you’re missing something big. Here’s what you need to know.
Read More3 Sexist Ideas About Women’s Roles That Impact the Way We Treat Them as Survivors
You might be surprised to find your own ideas here. If you do, it’s time for a major change.
Read MoreHere’s What You’re Missing When You Object to the Black Lives Matter Protests
The fact that some people don’t get it means some critical info is going unheard. Here’s what we all need to know.
Read More3 Ways to Keep Yourself Safe When You’re Not Ready to Leave Your Abusive Partner
When she was being abused, she only found advice on how to leave an abusive partner. But if you’re not ready to leave, here are some tips on how to care for yourself in these difficult times.
Read MoreWe Need to Get Rid of These 4 Racist Ideas About People of Color in the Workplace Before We Can ‘Race Together’
The Starbucks #RaceTogether campaign came and went faster than you could finish a latte. Can we learn anything positive from it? Let’s talk about how you can actually create cultural change around racial justice issues – by starting with your own workplace (and without talking to under-caffeinated strangers). What would you change to make a less oppressive workplace?
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