Black History Month is just the beginning. A lot of us are living within the horrific lens of anti-Blackness on a regular basis, but we do want to remind you that this is the month for you to start being a part of these conversations and learning and advocating for our community alongside us. There are so many ways that you can be supportive beyond these 28 days, but we do want you to take this time to make it your start so that you can make a difference and be more intentional about how you celebrate Black History Month and Black history and creatives all year long.

Let's talk about making positive changes in our communities! There are so many amazing ways we can come together and create the change we want to see. Remember - every action counts, no matter how small. While this journey takes dedication and energy, I'm excited to share some ways you can get involved, either solo or with your community!

We need to reduce consumption in general—it's a major issue across various niches & shopping trends. However, there's a powerful way you can protest through your spending habits. While not everyone can commit to a "No Buy Year," what about starting with just one day of buying nothing new? Two important No Buy Days are coming up: January 29th, 2025, and Black Friday during the holiday season. So, what impact does this kind of spending protest have?

Let’s Unpack the term DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) - it's far more significant than mere corporate terminology and it truly should not be used as a slur towards marginalized people! These three deeply interconnected values function in harmony to establish environments where every individual has the genuine opportunity to showcase their talents and abilities, free from discriminatory barriers based on their personal identity.

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Black History Month is here. It’s important to remember the achievements of Black people in different fields to not only celebrate their legacy, but to also learn from them.

DATE: December 2020

The Theme of the Month: The Ebbs and Flows of Democracy

There are many ways we can rework cancel culture into accountability in the community, lets explore how

Today, the concept of intersectionality is most commonly attributed to Kimberlé Williams Crenshaw. Let’s uncover some common misunderstandings about intersectionality that prevent us from committing to real change.

DATE: November 2020

The Theme of the Month: Change, Tension, and Protests

It all begins with an idea, check out some mental health tips

It took a while for me to see these things as a systemic problem until I realized that I got extremely excited whenever Black lolita posted a look with their natural hair. It was like seeing a rare Pokemon

Fashion isn’t apolitical. Dressing up in alternative fashion is a privilege that we need to recognize.

Language Inclusivity in the Alternative Fashion Community, a how-to guide for building an inclusive community.

Here are actions you can take to help boost the success of Black businesses in the long term, as well as tips for supporting them in non-financial ways.

The success of Black businesses is crucial to increasing the wealth and success of Black people. However, the systemic racism that they face in all aspects of business ownership prevents their growth.