Cyndi Hounouvi is a poet, musical artist, and model born and raised in Germany of Beninese/Togolese descent. She self-published her first collection of poems titled “17” and is the co-founder and organizer of community project SistaTalk, a response to the lack of resources and spaces for Black women in Hamburg, Germany.
Read MoreOriginally from the Dominican Republic, Dhayana Alejandrina always turned to journaling and writing as a way to explore and process her emotions and deeper knowledge of self. She just published her debut poetry collection Agridulce, and is encouraging writers to express their truths fearlessly and prioritize their wellbeing by “grinding with softness.”
Read MoreOriginally from New Orleans, Sade Moore is a now Los Angeles-based journalist of African-American and Nicaraguan descent. Her work can be found in beauty publication Sheen where she also hosts their weekly show, Sheen Talk Live interviewing stars like Koryn Hawthorne, H.E.R and Syleena Johnson.
Read MoreKamri Cole is an actress, author, and graduate of Howard University. Kamri published her first book, Moments to Myself: Living in the Now, to help awaken others to live fully in every moment and connect with their own unique journey and purpose.
Read MoreRebbecca Bakre is the Founder of Captivative Coaching, a mostly virtual coaching program based in Costa Rica helping high-achieving, aspirational women return to themselves by healing from emotionally draining cycles and oppressive systems. Becca’s coaching aims to uncover and resolve buried patterns of toxicity that women of color experience within their emotions and life decisions.
Read MoreBorn and raised in Birmingham, United Kingdom, Ash Alves is a writer and Spiritual Life Coach of Jamaican and St. Kitts descent. In addition to leading Warrior Reminder, a safe space and community for cultivating self-inquiry, Ash just published her first book, A Warrior’s Reminder, inspired by personal affirmations that empowered her during difficult seasons.
Read MoreBy Tiara Starks
For the past year, the COVID-19 pandemic along with the growing number of stay-at-home policies from state to state have not only disrupted various industries such as hospitality, retail, and finance but also entertainment and media. In the gig economy, many women, specifically women of color have turned to creative gigs to help pay the bills.
Read MoreBy Kayla Caban
Afrofuturism can be defined as a cultural movement that uses the framework of science fiction and fantasy to reinvent Black existence and possibilities. Here is a list of ten books to introduce and enthrall you in the world of Afrofuturism.
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A letter to the greater and non-commercial theater industry entitled “We See You White American Theater” was published on the internet in June of 2020. The letter, composed by a group of prominent BIPOC theater artists, was addressed to white decision makers and creatives within the industry and highlighted examples of mistreatment imposed upon these creatives.
Read MoreShel is a writer, healer, and entrepreneur of Black and Chinese descent. Their first compilation of poetry, Stellium Poetry earnestly depicts their journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth. Shel is also the founder of Creations by Florea, an empowering online shop that is decolonizing traditional medicinal practices to promote autonomy over our health and bodies.
Read MoreBorn and raised in Queens, New York, Dena Igusti is a queer non-binary (they/he) Indonesian Muslim poet and playwright. Dena’s work covers a multitude of themes ranging from the Indonesian diaspora, Muslim issues, intersectional feminism, grief, and their experience as a survivor of female genital mutilation.
Read MoreIsabel Angeles is a Filipina writer, activist, and performer based in North California. Isabel’s work is a representation of her experiences as a Filipinx-American immigrant, bisexual, and intersectional feminist carving her own lane and reclaiming her identity. She is also the founder of the Walang Hiya project, which translates to “without shame” and serves as an empowering collective for Filipino womxn and non-binary pinxys.
Read MoreBorn in Jakarta, Indonesia and currently based in Washington, D.C, Teta Alim is the founder and editor of Buah. Buah is an online zine focused on creating community for diasporic folks who want to connect through their Indonesian heritage, however they decide to relate to it.
Read More#SCORPIOSZN coming in hot! Zintle Ramano is an all-around creative and mental health advocate who is lending her powerful voice and careful curation to her poetry, podcasting, music, and her own BA Global Management that is representing black and African creatives.
Read MoreI am Abangoma who’s voices were drowned by sirens and flashing blue lights. I imagine my sack of flesh manoeuvring its way through a feigned reality. I feel isphithiphithi everywhere…
Read MoreAfter her work has been cited by the likes of Rihanna and Kanye West, NYC-based writer Chloe Mitchell is showing no signs of slowing down.
Read MoreToronto-based poet, spoken word artist and writer exploring the intersection where culture meets identity and finding the power in controlling your personal narrative.
Read MorePOEM BY PARADISE KHANMALEK
A heaping stillness sits unstirring. A deep weight sits hard on an x axis. My Y body intersects the world with resonant human energy…
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