What is it with women always creating a false competition with one another? A tale as old as time, we have been fighting with each other over a false narrative for men, jobs, or just social status. Now, everything in life is a competition, and the world is a dog eat dog world, but come…
Continue reading ➞ Why Fake Feuds Are Negative to the POC Community
If you are not a fan of Netflix sitcoms, then I advise you not to continue reading this. However, if you are a fan of a show that discusses LGBTQ+, Colorism, Racism, Latin Stereotypes, and more, then proceed to read on. One Day at a Time is a sitcom tackling modern times with modern complexities…
Continue reading ➞ Is One Day at a Time Bringing Real Issues to the Latin Community?
Ask yourself this question; what are some inspiring films with strong leading Latinas? Are you able to name at least 10? Difficult right? With more and more films coming out with strong characters, you can't help but wonder...where are the Latinas at? Now I'm sure there are films out there, that's not what I'm saying.…
Continue reading ➞ Why Aren’t There Strong Leading Latina Roles in Popular Films?
You are in your work setting and you are rocking a new style that took almost all weekend to complete. It's another normal day at work and honestly, you are just making it through your day. Your-workers notice the new style from afar and here come the hands. You immediately cringe and tell them to…
Continue reading ➞ Queen Conversations: The Creator of Hair Nah, Momo Pixel
Small Business Saturday is that sacred day where we show our support to mom and pop businesses. This Saturday after you have filled your closets with deals from Wal-Mart, Target, and Zara, take time to shop with these brands created by dope women of color. Abstract Earrings Abstract Earrings is a handcrafted accessory brand created…
Continue reading ➞ Where to Shop for #WOC Brands for Small Biz Saturday
What a time it is to be alive and to be proud of your roots! To walk into a club atmosphere and hear sounds of your Carribean culture infused with today's hottest beats. It seems as we continue to grow and progress as people, so does the music. Women like DJ Bembona are becoming the…
Continue reading ➞ The NYC Afro-Latina Spinstress: Interview with DJ Bembona
If you grew up in a Hispanic/Latin home then you know all about how our hips move to the beat of the drum, the flavors in our floods and the strength in our blood. "Latinas are a perfect mixture of Princess and Warrior" We are a culture of mixed cultures. We are all so different,…
