Violence Against Women

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 …

If you’re a Survivor, you’ve probably heard it all before: “You’re just being paranoid.”“You’re overreacting.”“You need more therapy.”“You’re damaged goods.”“You see abuse everywhere.”“You need to let that go already.” And …

Because forgotten spaces shouldn’t become hunting grounds. There’s a part of the city we don’t talk about enough. Not the main roads. Not the bright lights.The in-between places.The side paths. …

Still, I Rise BY MAYA ANGELOU You may write me down in history with your bitter, twisted lies……… A moment of truth. When someone says, “You look like a man,” they …

Some of us were taught to only watch for bruises. But there are people who will never lift a hand—and still tear your spirit down piece by piece. So maybe …

Mahogany is often celebrated for its style—but the film also quietly shows obsession, control, and emotional abuse.  But beneath that glossy surface lies a cautionary tale about emotional abuse, coercion, …

We all know Della Reese for her unmistakable strength, radiant beauty, and powerhouse talent. A legendary singer, actress, and spiritual leader, she graced stages and screens with a presence that …

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 …

May you never again fall into the trap of using your labor for an individual or group who calls your worth into question by… Mocking your beauty and then expecting …

Women are expected to absorb disrespect quietly, so systems can keep running smoothly. When men harm, women are often told to forgive, fix, or forget—for the sake of peace. Society …