Posts Tagged ‘Race & Ethnicity’
Barbie Dolls and Bollywood – And Why Media Representation Matters for Self-Love
So many girls of color can relate to this author’s experience with dolls and films. Find out how she learned to love herself as an Indian woman, and you’ll see why representation matters.
Read More3 Damaging Stereotypes About Black Women That Need to Go
The sassy friend, the helpful maid – if you’ve come across black women in pop culture, then you’ve probably come across these stereotypes. Franchesca Ramsey breaks it down.
Read More30 Examples of Alternative Learning – And Why I Chose This for My Black Daughters
Do you know about the negative impact that traditional schools can have on children? There are other options – here are some great alternatives that work for this author’s family.
Read More4 Ways Colonialism Affects the Everyday Lives of Filipino Americans
“#1: Comments about the darkness or lightness of your skin.” The colonial mentality has been passed down through generations – and here’s how it looks for Filipino Americans today.
Read More3 Ways Language Oppression Harms Us (And How We Can Heal)
You probably don’t think twice about the version of English you’ve been taught is “correct.” But here’s how it’s tied to oppression – and what we could have instead.
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