EMPOWERMENT

Everyone has many facets to their personality — no one can be labeled or understood as just having one side to them.…

Dear Jacia (Age 15-17), During your matriculation in college at Clark Atlanta University, you will understand the enriching dynamics of your natural…

For so many years I’ve used the excuse, “I hate being the center of attention.” I never looked at it for what…

Luminous red lipstick, flattering foundation, and bold brows. If only they could conceal the abuse, pain, and distress. Sexual violence, domestic abuse,…

Trigger Warning: Sexual Assault Sexual abuse is a topic that is not typically discussed in traditional Indian households. The stigma associated with…

Trigger Warning: Sexual Assault Coming around to writing this piece has been a constant struggle for me. When I finally get to…

(Featured Image: Selina Barker) Holiday season is over and university is about to start as I reflect on the past year and…

I find that being an intersectional feminist in the real world is exceptionally difficult because you can’t correct every racial slur and…

A letter to the present you: I write this letter as a reminder that no matter how bad things get, they will…

Featured Photography: Saaleha Shamsi . . . Hmmm. I’ve said that a lot lately. Could you say I’m in a bad place?…

Wait — I can’t do that. I’m not comfortable doing this, what do you think this is, The Voice?! I know I’m not…

Before you freak out over the title, hear me out — in my young adulthood I’ve said and done many close-minded things.…