Colorism in England and the History of Black Brits
Slavery (during the Atlantic Slave Trade) never actually took place on British soil. So then we have to ask, how did its effects trickle into England?
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I Immigrated to America on a First Class Flight
The matter of immigration is a complex one, but we can't forget that underneath that complexity are pleas for help.
Quiz: Is Your Hair Damaged?
Worried you've been doing too much to your hair? Take this quiz to find out if things are as bad as you think.
How I Stopped Comparing Myself to Other People
Even though we know and tell ourselves that we shouldn’t compare ourselves to other people, we’re kind of programmed to do so. Here's one small way I got around...
How to Be A… Fashion Model Agent: Dede Akinmurele
Dede Akinmurele went from dreaming about being a model to helping models build their careers. Here's how she did it.
White Men Want to Be Free
Donald J. Trump tapped into an anxiety and it won him the election despite his severe shortcomings.
How To Be… A Singer: Melat
Ethiopian-American Singer Mélat talks music, staying inspired in a world full of criticism, and how dying her hair helped bring her out of her shell.
Un-Covered: Geenie Box
How about a dose of #BlackGirlMagic delivered to your doorstep each month?
Why We Launched Yeluchi, an At-Home Hairstyling Service
We launched Yeluchi for women who want to be a bit less constrained by their hair routines, but are also working toward a bigger vision.
How To Be A… Poet: Elizabeth Acevedo
The wisdom that seeps out of this woman is insane! Elizabeth Acevedo shares how she's made a living with poetry and her perspective on the afro-latino experienc...
Un-covered: Duendita
A Sound Cloud favorite, boasting an impressive 180k plus plays of her 2012 single, “One of One”, meet the Queens native behind the sultry voice known as Duendit...
How To Be… A Brand Strategist: Toni Dawkins
As a brand strategist Toni Dawkins, sits in between the consumer and a company's business goals.