Room to Rock: A WOC Takeover By Maria “Vida” Billini For Halloween, this year I went with my family’s superhero theme and proudly donned my Wonder Woman costume. I figured I wanted to be a superhero who not only resembled me but represented the kick-ass, take-no-prisoners, leading female powerhouse that echoes the same courage, boldness,… Read more »
On Saturday October 15, 2016, Siren Studios opened its doors for an event that was all #BlackGirlBeautiful. A refreshingly uplifting event in Hollywood that gathered the most beautiful (inside and out), talented, dynamic people in celebration of the Black Girl! Founder of BlackGirlBeautiful.com, Nikia Phoenix is a Los Angeles based model, writer, and dream-instigator. As soon as… Read more »
I hesitated to write this. I really did. I wrote about this topic a decade ago and it inspired me to create a short documentary (Colour Me Bad: Third Coast Hip Hop) for my senior thesis in college. At the time, I thought my passionate guerilla film had the power to really change the hip… Read more »
This weekend a brother tried to holla at me by yelling out, “Say dark meat, come here!” I was high off the very black vibes at the Cali HBCU Reunion, bouncing in my #BlackGirlMagic as I strutted across the yard, and feeling myself in all my glory after a much needed day with black people…. Read more »
You’re pretty for a black girl. Well I’ve heard that before… Nothing new. The phrase that goes over your head as a girl and comes back to stab you in the gut later. But you’re so pretty for a black girl… there must be something else there. You could be white, native american, hawaiian or… Read more »
It happened again, another innocent Black man was murdered by police. The outrage is growing as we struggle to bring value to Black lives. People are beginning to feel powerless. Don’t give up hope. We still have a long way to go but these steps will help us in our pursuit of justice. Educate Yourself… Read more »
Let me begin by saying this. It fucking sucks on both sides. There is no magic potion to make you forget all those amazing fireworks you had with your person. Never enough tissues for all the tribulation you both experienced. You sit alone googling questions on the web hoping something can give you solace and… Read more »
Originally posted on 1shadysun.com at shady sun, we believe that, whether they are conscious of it or not, the most enduringly successful pop cultural icons enrich their work with the symbolism of an acutely deliberate variety. drawing from the rich [and often intersecting] archetypes of astrology, numerology, mythology, tarot, etc, the themes and motifs of these “stars” seem… Read more »
The Goddess Exchange is a series dedicated to bridging the gaps within the sisterhood of Black women so that we may learn, share, and grow together! Goddess Exchange: NOLA shines light on mental illness in Black Women. On the 5th day of Kwanzaa December 30, 2015 we gathered in the spirit of NIA- Purpose at… Read more »
Shola Adisa-Farrar 30 Paris, France Singer/Actress/ Adventure Seeker & Traveler In July 2015, I sat down with Shola during my visit to Paris, France. She shared her inspiring story of her brave move to Paris. Shola’s story will encourage you to reach beyond the norms and to live a life with no borders. I’d love… Read more »
This is the final week in our series Dear Black Girl. In celebration of #BlackFutureMonth we chose to uplift each other with a series of letters to our younger selves. Sistahs honoring our herstory to light the way for our path. We all know the stereotype of the Angry Black Woman; a hot head, ready to… Read more »
We continue our journey to uplift and celebrate the greatness that is #BlackFutureMonth. Dear Black Girl is a series of letters to our younger selves. Sistahs honoring their herstory to light the way for their path. This excerpt is from “Inner Journeys: The Birth of a Poet” by Kathy Morris. A collection of provocative poems chart her… Read more »
I began writing this as a letter to myself. My former self. My present self. My future self. I hope it’s able to bring light to someone other than me. Dear Black Girl, Your journey is not an easy one. Many will claim to know your experience, claim to respect it. But only a few… Read more »
Radical Phoenixx South Florida 23 Recording Artist / Entertainer Background (Do you or your family originate from another country? If so, how has that influenced your work? and/or Where did you grow up and how does that influence your work?): Both my parents are originally from Jamaica. I was born and… Read more »
In this episode we discuss Nursing. Should you nurse? What do you do if you can’t nurse? Would you let another woman nurse your child? When should you stop nursing? Goddess Exchange is a series of dialogue between women of the color from various cities around the world. We are promoting healthy relationships between women…. Read more »
Holistic Locs: The Pursuit of Beauty This past September, I started my loc journey for the second time. The first started back in my senior year of college. I went to a “round the way” salon and started them off with perfectly coiffed coils drenched in black gel, and was told to come back in… Read more »
In honor of Kwanzaa and the spirits of Umoja, we share the first episode of Goddess Exchange: Houston Holistic Pregnancy. Watch Now Goddess Exchange is a series of dialogue between women of the color from various cities around the world. We are promoting healthy relationships between women. And starting the conversations that will inspire the… Read more »
Chenae Bullock Rhode Island 27 Native American Liaison & Social Media Manager for the Unite or Die Campaign Chenae Bullock is a member of the Shinnecock Indian Nation. Currently, she serves as the Native American Liaison and Social Media Manager for the Unite or Die Campaign. Chenae spoke at the 20th Anniversary of Million Man March… Read more »
Imani Lee NJ/DC 20 Photography, Art History Imani Lee is a photographer and Art History major at Howard University. Where did you grow up and how does that influence your work?): I grew up around NY/NJ, my family moving from Brooklyn/Queens to Jersey. My father and his family came to America from Birmingham, England. What inspired… Read more »
Jennifer Nnamani NYC 30 Designer, Jane of all trades Jennifer Nnamani is an artist with a unique story. Born in Nigeria and raised in New York, Jennifer has been making quite a name for herself in the fashion world. From mixing eco-friendly fashion and African style with her line Lady George, to hosting… Read more »