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4 Self-Care Practices for When Working as a Woman of Color Has Got You Down
Practicing self-care at work, or in response to issues at work, can be the difference between feeling hopeless and isolated or inspired and optimistic.
Read More5 Ways People Of Color Can Foster Mental Health And Practice Restorative Healing
This article was originally published on Threads of Solidarity and republished here with the author’s permission. The strong, Black woman. The Asian “model minority.” “¡No soy loco!” These tropes, expressions, and labels are often used to demonstrate (and even celebrate) the “resiliency” of people of color. But it’s a trap. These stereotypes may seem empowering,…
Read MoreWhy the Left Isn’t As Trans-Friendly As You Might Think
Liberals support transgender folks way more than conservatives…right? This long history of anti-trans actions on the political left may surprise you.
Read MoreReady for Thanksgiving Conversations with Trump Voters? This Guide Can Help
This post-election Thanksgiving will surely bring some hard – but necessary – conversations. This info on talking with people with opposing views can help your Trump-related discussions.
Read More3 Alarming Trends in Our Current Political Conversations
#1: “Hate has been given a safe space.” Pay attention to these as we talk about the elections – what do they say about us?
Read More3 Upsetting Examples of Anti-Native Racism in Pop Culture (And What To Do About It)
“It’s just a movie!” Really? You’ve probably come across examples of anti-Native oppression, but you might not realize how damaging they are.
Read MoreHow to Spot a Fake Ally – And Why You Don’t Have to Settle for Their Phony Support
Did you hear how American Idol tried to “include” transgender contestants? Or how Jose Canseco planned to “understand” Caitlyn Jenner? Kat Blaque’s got the scoop on what fake allyship looks like.
Read More7 Ways the Media’s Depiction of Eating Disorders Completely Fails Women of Color
Why does it matter if some stories are left untold? This story sure makes it crystal clear.
Read MoreThe Fault in Our Left: 4 Ways to Tell if Your Politics are Truly Progressive
Progressive. Liberal. Human rights. Social justice. There are many words used to describe one’s drive to better the world. However, many of these political identities are missing some other words that are vital to political discourse if change is truly the goal. Here are few key phrases to keep in mind when reflecting back onto your own politics.
Read MoreHere’s How to Fight Latinx Anti-Blackness in the Age of Trump
We must acknowledge that Latinx folks can be anti-Black, perpetuate anti-Black racism, and can be white supremacists.
Read MoreHow Being the Only Black Student Taught Me What Internalized Racism Is Really About
We learned a lot from this author’s understanding of the “bigger picture” around internalized racism – and her inspiring story of finding community. Can you relate to her transformation?
Read More3 Ways Microaggressions In The Workplace Got Worse After Trump
Some companies are answering calls for diversity but does that mean marginalized folks feel comfortable, safe and valued at work?
Read MoreWhy I Decided To Change My Name in the Trump Era
I’ve always been Hernández on the inside. But identity can be funny: sometimes, what’s inside doesn’t matter. When I was only 18 months old, my parents — the Hernández family — requested permission to legally change our surname. According to family lore, the judge bounced me on his lap as my father explained the discrimination…
Read MoreBeyond Diversity: How to Build a Truly Anti-Racist Organization
3 Truths About Love and Sex I Discovered While Dating as an Asian Trans Femme
#1: “Sexual attraction has everything to do with race.” Do you think attraction is just a “natural preference” outside of our control? These important lessons show otherwise.
Read MoreWhat White People Say About About Black Lives Matter (And What You Really Mean)
The most common “concerns” white folks have about Black Lives Matter are totally missing the point. Celia Edell’s calling in fellow white folks to help you understand why.
Read More4 Reasons Why We’ve Got to Stop Using ‘Ethnic’ to Describe People of Color
“I’m not anything, I’m just white!” Are you being racist if you only use “ethnic” for people of color? The reason we use this word like this will make your head spin.
Read More5 Questions an Anti-Racist Organization Should Be Able to Answer
“We value diversity. Everyone is welcome here!” Lots of organizations and programs are saying this – but can you back it up?
Read More7 Personal Rights That I – A Black Atheist – Deserve
This author isn’t asking for much, and these are rights that you may take for granted – but for a Black Atheist in this society, reclaiming these rights is sadly necessary.
Read More6 Things You’re Actually Saying When You Reduce Latinas to the ‘Spicy’ Stereotype
If you’ve seen Latinas on TV, you probably know the “spicy Latina” stereotype – unfortunately, it’s often the only portrayal we get of Latinas in the media. These are the myths this stereotype is spreading.
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