What “Hell’s Kitchen” Reveals About Black Women in Theater
The Tony Award-winning play, loosely based on Alicia Keys’ childhood, falls into the same trap much theatre does, failing to depict the nuances of Black trauma.
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How Black Women Can Protect Their Peace This Election Cycle
In the months prior to Vice President Kamala Harris’ nomination to the Democratic presidential ticket, I felt a lingering fear in my body about what it would mean for Black
In Defense of Butch Bodies
There’s power in a viral clapback. But what of the already-marginalized people whose identities again become a public punchline?
YES! Must-Reads: Black History Now
Explore these stories from the YES! archives to understand why Black history—and Black futures—are essential to building a better world.
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Murmurations: Making Space for Intentional Adaptation
Moving at the speed of trust has allowed this cooperative to create new visions of abundance—far beyond what white supremacist patriarchal hegemony deemed possible.
In Pursuit of Liberated Mothering
Cross-cultural dialogue, especially among moms of color, can build new narratives that challenge the legacies of white supremacy and foster healing.
Seeking Safety as a Black Woman in New Cities
After moving to several unfamiliar cities in the past year, author and scholar Norell Edwards asks: “What does allyship look like while protecting my own safety?”
Finding Freedom in Black Motherhood
“I know I’m the best mother when I start from the inside out.”
Decolonizing Black Women’s Health Through Land Reparations
Land stewardship can be a powerful tool in addressing intergenerational trauma, especially for Black women.
Beyond Nichelle Nichols’ Iconic Interracial Kiss
Nichols’ career arc shows how diverse casting on the screen can have a profound impact in the real world, too.
Joe Biden and the Politics of Black Womanhood
Joe Biden's nomination of Ketanji Brown Jackson is historic, but we need to be mindful of all the cultural factors at play, and not let this moment devolve into tokenism.
For Black Women, Self-Care Is a Political Act
“To thrive, we must embrace both our strengths and our vulnerabilities, and give ourselves permission to be human.”
Kamala Harris and the Legacy of Black Women Running for President
Shirley Chisholm and other Black women have set their eyes on the Oval Office for 50 years. Now it’s within reach.
Meeting the Most Famous Black Woman in the World
Mary McLeod Bethune founded a college, defied the Klan, advised presidents, and like my grandmother, was a fierce warrior for justice.
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