1. Cultural Impact
• Loss of Cultural Relevance: Black creators drive trends in music, fashion, language, and overall culture on these platforms. Without them, the platforms would lose their edge and risk becoming irrelevant.
• Decline in Viral Content: Many of the most viral memes, dances, challenges, and soundbites originate from the Black community. These trends fuel user engagement and retention.
• Erosion of Community Identity: Black users create unique spaces for dialogue, humor, and shared experiences. Without that, the platforms would feel less diverse and vibrant.
Elizabeth Colomba’s beautiful oil on canvas work — Harlem Elizabeth is described as an artist who “paints the women art history forgot”
I love seeing Black women painted in this baroque style. No servants, No fetishizing, just rich fabrics + beauty
3 months and 92,000 words later, I finally finished my first novel!!
I can't believe my silly little book is finally complete. I cannot wait to see how it changes during revisions but, for now, I am just so happy to be able to write this for the first time: