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"But love, according to Ifemelu, remains the last great hope for solving the problem of race in..."

Tue, 14 May 2013 12:46:34 -0400

“But love, according to Ifemelu, remains the last great hope for solving the problem of race...

Loved this.

Sun, 12 May 2013 11:29:36 -0400

Loved this.

angryblackgirlsunited: Black Girl In Suburbia (documentary...

Sat, 04 May 2013 18:18:01 -0400

angryblackgirlsunited:

Black Girl In Suburbia (documentary trailer)

Black Girl In Suburbia is a feature documentary that looks into the experiences of Black girls growing up in predominately white communities. This is a different look into suburbia from the perspective of women of color. This film explores through professional and personal interviews the conflict and issues Black girls have relating to both white and Black communities.

Black Girl In Suburbia intends to spark an open dialogue about race, identity, and perspective among all people, in hopes that these discussions will allow us to reconsider perceptions of ourselves, others and the communities in which we live and share.

Release date 2014
http://www.blackgirlinsuburbia.com

Your support is appreciated!

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Nigerian author, Chimamanda Adichie, discusses her latest novel,...

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 14:33:00 -0400

Nigerian author, Chimamanda Adichie, discusses her latest novel, Americanah, and the issues it explores.

We live in a world searching for a common narrative, single...

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 15:29:27 -0400

We live in a world searching for a common narrative, single stories by which we can all identify: the “black experience,” the “greatest generation,” a common set of “American values.” In that treacherous pursuit, we leave the histories and contributions of the overwhelming majority of human experience crumbled by the wayside. So much of what makes all of us who we are is long forgotten or maliciously erased from recorded history by a wicked few so that they may lay claim to an achievement more accurately attributed to others.

We are not now, nor have we ever been a homogeneous people. In fact, it is in the diversity and nuance of our lives where we find our greatest strengths and not our deepest flaws. Reality Unkempt seeks to capture those lost narratives while creating a safe space for people to organize around their political, cultural and social desires. Perhaps if we come to realize that what makes us different makes us great, we might appreciate the value of the individual to the collective rather than designing a collective to capture all individuals.

"Open marriage? Let me first say this, there are far more important things to talk about in regards..."

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:56:00 -0400

“Open marriage? Let me first say this, there are far more important things to talk about in...

Black and Write African-American writers have long made a...

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 12:43:00 -0400

Black and Write

African-American writers have long made a lasting impression in literacy circles worldwide. From Frederick Douglass’ famous narrative on slavery to bell hooks’ eloquent description of feminism to Alice Walker’s poignant portrayal of Black women in ‘The Color Purple’ and Toni Morrison’s gut-wrenching words in ‘The Bluest Eye’, the literary works of Black people have left their mark on millions around the world. Southern Gurl Productions is creating a documentary that offers a behind-the-scenes view of an American-based writers’ conference that has helped shape several best-selling authors and added their voices to the Black literary giants who made an indelible impression on us all. After 12 years and seven conferences, the Black Writers Reunion & Conference is hosting its final event in Fort Lauderdale this August. ‘BLACK AND WRITE’ will capture all aspects of this inspirational event plus authors sharing their stories of success and failure in the publishing industry. ‘BLACK AND WRITE’ portrays everyone from THE VETERANS – authors with more than 25 titles to their names and have over a decade’s worth of experience; THE HUSTLERS – authors who have published at least one book and are yearning for more; and THE NEWBIES – unpublished authors working on getting their first literary tome into print.

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Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:37:43 -0400

The Boxcar Grocer. Walking into Boxcar Grocer in downtown...

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:36:00 -0400

The Boxcar Grocer.

Walking into Boxcar Grocer in downtown Atlanta, I instantly felt good. The same warm and fuzzy feeling I fet walking in to a cozy coffee shop, a friendly cafe or even a chilled-out lunge in one of my favorite neighborhoods And though Boxcar does have some of those elements combined, serving sandwiches and providing tables and window barstools to sit and work on your laptop, it is a corner grocery store- selling organic food.

(via Brown Girl Farming)

"… To him slavery was, indeed, the sum of all villainies, the cause of all sorrow, the root of all..."

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:12:00 -0400

““… To him slavery was, indeed, the sum of all villainies, the cause of all sorrow, the root...

Here is a radical truth: school doesn’t have a monopoly on...

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 12:08:00 -0400

Here is a radical truth: school doesn’t have a monopoly on learning. More and more people are declining traditional education and college degrees. Instead they’re getting the knowledge, training, and inspiration they need outside of the classroom. Drawing on extensive research and over 100 interviews with independent learners, Kio Stark offers the ultimate guide to learning without school. Don’t Go Back to School provides models and methods for taking a new kind of path through learning, and transforming that alternative education into an exciting career path. This inspiring, practical guide provides concrete strategies and resources for getting started as an independent learner. If you’re debating whether college, trade school, or independent learning will get you where you want to be, Don’t Go Back to School is essential reading.

Jada Pinkett Smith covers a wide range of topics on Huff Post...

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 14:49:00 -0400

Jada Pinkett Smith covers a wide range of topics on Huff Post Live from her latest project, an Angela Davis documentary, parenting and of course, her often talked about, relationship with Will Smith.

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Wed, 27 Mar 2013 14:11:08 -0400

Melissa Harris- Perry setting the record straight when it comes...

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 12:14:16 -0500

Melissa Harris- Perry setting the record straight when it comes to this faux “Harlem Shake” Craze

Conversation about "The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao"

Sun, 10 Feb 2013 12:52:44 -0500

Conversation about "The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao" : Great conversation delving into the many...

Kwaku Ananse

Sat, 02 Feb 2013 09:42:35 -0500

Kwaku Ananse

Anytime.

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 12:11:02 -0500

Anytime.

The American Promise journey began in 1999, when filmmakers Joe...

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 16:43:53 -0500

The American Promise journey began in 1999, when filmmakers Joe Brewster and Michèle Stephenson enrolled their son Idris in the Dalton School on the Upper East Side of Manhattan after the private institution boldly strengthened its commitment to cultivating a diverse student body. Michèle and Joe decided to turn the camera on themselves to film the experiences of 5-year-old Idris and his best friend and classmate Seun. The documentary captures the stories of Idris, Seun, and their families from the first day of kindergarten all the way to their 2012 high school graduation.

Over the 12 years, we see the boys and their families struggle with stereotypes and identity, navigate learning differences that later become diagnoses, and ultimately take increasingly divergent paths on their road to graduation. We also see a rare and vivid portrait of middle-class African-American families as the parents wrestle with doubts and angst over their sons’ educational journey and both families grapple with how best to support their sons and interact with teachers and administrators. All of this is set against the backdrop of a persistent educational achievement gap that dramatically affects African-American boys at all socioeconomic levels across the country.

"One classic Adams found unacceptable based on language was Mary Poppins. In chapter 6, Mary Poppins..."

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 15:43:38 -0500

“One classic Adams found unacceptable based on language was Mary Poppins. In chapter 6, Mary...

For the love of books.

Tue, 01 Jan 2013 14:15:23 -0500

For the love of books.