Affirmative action was never a complete answer in the drive towards a more just society. But for generations of students who had been systematically excluded from most of America’s key institutions—it gave us the chance to show we more than deserved a seat at the table.
In the wake of the Supreme Court’s recent decision, it’s time to redouble our efforts.
Okay, Imma say this one time and one time only:
Yes, I will be covering ESSENCEFest and will be headed to NOLA next week.
For all my PR folks—screenshot this, send it around, and email me accordingly, pls.
Y’all know how crazy it gets down there, let me know something NOW😅
Came across this today -- a cohort for diverse and Black owned, emerging media companies. You get $25k to help you scale, guidance and mentorship. Looks cool here's the application -- deadline July 16th.
https://t.co/OgjMikxEWl
You owe yourself one hour a day of self maintenance. It can include reading, journaling, exercising, dancing, taking a bath, watching your show, doing your skincare routine, meditating or sitting in silence. You owe it to yourself. It matters. It really does. Make it count
Part of Soft life living for me is choosing not to think for everyone. I will simply let things crash and burn or simply not be apart. Sounds too complicated? I’m not doing it. You don’t have any info? I’m not asking. Having to be the big brain in every situation is EXHAUSTING
Four Black girls with dreams, supported each other until the end. Without y’all there is no Dr. in front of my name for grateful to @BooksandMelanin @tiffeni and Jewell 💙💙💙 #BlackGirlsGraduate#BlackGirlMagic@univofdayton