Conversations about visibility and representation have been going on for a long time. Especially for those of us who live at the intersection of Blackness and Latinidad. In today's digital age, the concept of sisterhood among Black women has evolved significantly. What once was found primarily in ...
Black and African American Kids Books to Add to Your Library
With more and more of our books ending up on the banned book list, we must always have Black and African American kids' books in our homes. Ever since I got pregnant I knew there were certain things I wanted to teach my kids. Once I started decorating their room, I knew I wanted a little nook ...
These 7 Afro-Latinx Creatives Will Elevate Your Instagram Feed Just In Time For Hispanic Heritage Month
It’s Hispanic Heritage Month again and it’s me, your friendly neighborhood Afro-Latinx creative here to remind you that you can’t celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month without acknowledging African contributions. Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to ...
Afro-Latinx Identity: I’m done asking to be included in the conversation
It’s the year 2022 and we are still out here having conversations on colorism within the Latinx community, and what it means to be Afro-Latinx. I'm so tired y'all. I'm exhausted. And I'm worn out! Now does that mean I’m going to stop representing for my culture? NOT AT ALL. But I refuse to beg ...