“Use your voice.” “Speak up!” “Let your voice be heard.” There is no doubt in my mind that everyone has been advised to do one of the above at least once in their lifetime. This advice is usually given to us by a benevolent being looking to help us step out of our comfort zone– […]
Why Representation Matters
How many times have you seen someone with your features on television? How many times have you seen someone with your features in an advertisement? How many times have you seen someone with your features praised by society? If you are a white woman with an average build, you have probably answered every single one […]
“Why Are You So Dark?”: How Colorism Impacts The Mental Health Of Black Women
As of today, every darker-skinned black woman I have met has expressed some sort of former feeling of inadequacy due to the color of their skin. Despite them coming from different walks of life, their woeful tales have all shared chronological similarities. They were all once care-free little girls who didn’t think a bit about […]