Let’s Talk About Performative Allyship
Performative allyship is a problem in today’s day and age. This term refers to individuals who are not from marginalized groups who profess...
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Who Are Black Women to You?
When the dust clears, who is still standing? I am confused. I am terrified. I am depressed. Yet above all, I am angry. Growing up, I was...
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Breonna Taylor’s Life Mattered
194 days. 194 days since three officers wrongfully entered Breonna Taylor’s home and shot her while she was asleep. It took 194 days for...
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Naomi Osaka: Activism on the Court
Professional tennis player Naomi Osaka won her second U.S Open last week. Not only were her matches iconic, but her activism on the court...
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Court Ruling Ends in No Justice for Breonna Taylor
Back in March, three Louisville police officers (Jonathan Mattingly, Brett Hankison, and Myles Cosgrove) busted into the apartment of...
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The Scary Parallel Between 'Get Out' & the NFL
It’s the kind of racism that tells people of color “I love what you do and admire what you’re good at,” but silences them when they decide to speak up for themselves.
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Breonna Taylor Ruling Sparks Nationwide Protests
The ruling on the case of Breonna Taylor ignited protests across the U.S.
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It’s Time to Put Our Values Into Action: How To Be a Productive White Ally
The importance of allyship, anti-racist practices, decentering whiteness, and recognizing structural injustices.
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The Importance of Athletes using their voices for BLM
Over the majority of the summer, the Black Lives Matter movement was prominent in getting the word out regarding the numerous killings of...
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Estée Lauder to Review Skin-Lightening Products After Accusations of Racism Hit the Press
Estée Lauder Cosmetics, owner of brands Clinique, La Mer, MAC Cosmetics and Origins, is the latest cosmetic company to be hit with accusations of racism.
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Former Louisville Officer Charged, But Not For Breonna Taylor’s Death
It has been 194 days since Breonna Taylor’s death. Thirty-two bullets were fired into her home with five striking her. No one has been charged with killing her.
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Why the Young Women’s Vote Is Crucial
Out of 12,350 individuals elected since 1789, a whopping total of 366 women have served in the U.S. Congress to date since Representative...
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Black Lives Still Matter
Almost four months on from George Floyd’s death the topic of black lives matter is as important as ever. While the posting on social media...
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Hosting an Awards Show in 2020: the MTV VMAs
Discussing what happened at the 2020 Video Music Awards, how MTV addressed current events and important figures, and adapted to the challenges presented by a pandemic.
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Rest in Power, Chadwick Boseman
On August 28th, 2020, Chadwick Aaron Boseman passed away after a four-year battle with colon cancer, leaving everyone, particularly black...
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Colorism in the Eyes of a Black Girl
One thing that has become more prevalent within the media affecting the black entertainment business, the social environment in the African American community and the mindset of a black person starting at a very young age is colorism.
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3 Takeaways from Angela Davis
HCAU listened to Angela Davis speak on Black Lives Matter at our general meeting. Read more to learn all about it!
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The Scholar Strike for Racial Justice: How a National Strike Has Made it's Way to UNCC
The Scholar Strike for Racial Justice began as many things do; with a tweet. On the evening of August 26th, Anthea Butler, a professor at...
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Make It Make Sense: All Lives Matter
If all lives matter then why are black people still dying?
