A model of sisterhood activism… Watching Oprah Winfrey and Ava DuVernay being interviewed by Van Jones on the Van Jones Show on CNN while promoting A Wrinkle in Time made me think: This is what sisterhood activism looks like. United in Sisterhood Our activism is not something that we learn;[…]
Men and women’s empowerment? Yes! Men have the capacity to support women’s empowerment movements. Rather than shun their participation, we encourage it. Since women and girls are often harassed and abused by men in power, it is helpful when men to step up and have our backs. Read More: Men &[…]
Trauma hurts. Trauma can cause pain, anger (even rage), depression, and self-harm. Importantly, trauma can spark activism because trauma can transform victims into survivors. More often than not, survivors of traumatic experiences have stories to tell and lessons to teach. Read More: Trauma Recovery & Healing Trauma can activate a[…]
According to juvenile justice experts, sexportation and sextortion affects more middle school girls than high school girls. What is it? According to a special agent with the FBI: “Sextortion is a serious crime that occurs when someone threatens to distribute your private and sensitive material if you don’t provide them[…]
HINT: Women of Color with Beauty, Power & Strength The next superhero movie will feature women of color. At least one Sister Superhero should have their own movie very soon. Excited to see the upcoming Black Panther movie, coming out in theaters on February 16th, I am most excited about[…]
