Black Women

Some people may see this clip of K. Michelle as just a moment. But we see history. Few dare to understand what it is like to come from a people—Black …

1. We Are Often the First to Speak Up—and the Last to Be Protected Black women are frequently the ones raising the alarm about injustice. Yet when it comes time …

For Black American women, the natural hair journey is deeply personal. It’s not a trend. It’s not a rebellion. It’s a reclamation. A quiet, daily act of truth-telling. We walk …

   All Around the World Girls Matter

As incredibly talented as she is, Jenifer Lewis is also a teacher!  She is a teacher to all who struggle with mental illness, racism, sexism, and abuse. She is open …

  This is a crucial question—because recognizing when you are being dehumanized is often the first step in reclaiming dignity, power, and boundaries. When people are used for their work, …

Let’s imagine this. All the girls in the world are sitting around a big table.They’re laughing, learning, growing—but they’re also talking about the times they’ve been treated badly just for …

We need less focus on aesthetics—less chatter about who’s worn braids, who’s styled locs, and who can trace it back to their culture. That conversation is convenient.Safe.Detached. It’s a neat …

We carry so much. Too much.And still, society dares to question our right to safety. Black women are consistently sent harmful messages—spoken and unspoken—about our value, our pain, and our …