Wearing African print has been associated with Black pride but also with unprofessionalism. Find out why and how, as this narrative could be coming to an end.
Read more3 Lessons Attending the Black Diamond Ball Taught Me
Every year Black History Month brings the Black Diamond Ball to Toronto and I attended for the first time this year. Here’s a recap of what you missed and the lessons learned from attending the event.
Read moreCelebrating Blacks in the Canadian Financial Industry
Being celebrated for your accomplishments and contributions regardless of the color of your skin should be a given. But it’s not. Sometimes you have to create your own space to celebrate your own success. Sharing the top 5 ways, attitudes and energy we’re keeping this Black History Month and beyond.
Read moreThis 15 Year Old Black Girl Is Not Ashamed Of Being Afrocentric
Being genuine and true to yourself is not always easy, especially as a teen amidst peer pressure and all. Found out how being herself, being Afro-tastic took this girl to the Google headquarters for the whole world to see her art.
Read moreIssa Rae's Story & The Importance Of YOUR Black Girl Story
It was in this moment of despair that Rae, upon drawing in her journal, that she inscribed the words "I'm awkward. And Black". It's these words, and how they contradicted the black women generally portrayed...
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