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Why is Africa Still Defined by Eurocentric Ideals?

May 30, 2022

Culture

While colonization ended in the 1950s, the effects continue to be felt in Africa today. This can be seen in how art and culture are still defined by Eurocentric ideals, beliefs,...

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Haitian Heritage Month

May 9, 2022

Culture

May marks Haitian Heritage Month, a month-long celebration of the vibrant artwork, diverse culture, delicious food, and contributions of the Haitian community throughout history....

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An Apology Long Overdue? The Maroons Say Sorry

May 2, 2022

Socio-Economic

Point A to Point B is rarely a straight line. This is especially true when looking at the past. In a previous post, we shared a story about the Maroons, the freedom fighters of...

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Protecting Our Earth Starts With Us

April 24, 2022

Sustainability

This past Friday, one billion people in over 193 countries celebrated the 52nd annual Earth Day, making it the largest secular holiday in the world. It's a day marked to remember...

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Black History Is History: April

April 4, 2022

Culture

February might “officially” be Black History Month, but our Black brothers and sisters' contributions, stories, and histories should not - and cannot - be contained to 28 days...

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What Can We Learn from the Maroons?

March 1, 2022

Culture

A few hundred years ago, a group of ex-slaves challenged slavery, reinforced their own power, embraced autonomy, and made a mark on history with their will and tactical approach...

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Afro-Mexicans: A Journey to Recognition

February 22, 2022

Culture

We generally envision Aztecs and Spanish conquistadors, Day of the Dead celebrations, and Cinco de Mayo when we think of Mexico. Hollywood and history books have created a...

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Call It What It Is: Institutional Racism

February 15, 2022

Socio-Economic

What does racism look like? If you asked twenty different people that question, you’d likely get twenty different responses. Their answers may primarily reflect the...

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The Black Radicalism Tradition

February 7, 2022

Socio-Economic

What is Black Radicalism? Radicalism: “The beliefs or actions of people who advocate thorough or complete political or social reform.” The Black Radical Tradition:...

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The Influence of Artists on Society

January 25, 2022

Culture

Humans have been drawn to the desire to create for thousands of years - literally. The earliest record of artistic expression dates back to the Stone Age, over 40,000 years...

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