Emancipation Day 101
Around here, we celebrate Emancipation Day. Read about the history of Emancipation Day in Canada, the US, and the Caribbean and why this year we need to celebrate it more than ever.
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Comic-Con@Home: 5 Virtual Must-See Black-Focused Panels
*checks “visit Comic-Con” off bucket list*
Keeping with our theme of celebrating all things melanin, we want to share the top 5 Black-focused panels at Comic-Con that we are most excited about tuning into
Read more6 Success Tips Black College Students Need To Try
If you are a Black college student, or know one, then you NEED to read this! Maximize your college experience by trying these success tips.
Read moreWhat The Handling of Breonna Taylor’s Case Says About The Value Of Black Women In America
Breonna Taylor’s death and the handling of her case have drawn attention to the lack of value placed on Black female lives in America.
Read moreKnow Your Worth (No. 6): The Problem With People-Pleasing
People-pleasing is a dangerous and unhealthy habit. We break down what it is and how to overcome it in 3 easy steps in our latest Know Your Worth edition.
Read moreNoah: God’s Favoured Father – Father’s Day 2020
Happy fathers day! We are celebrating this day with the story of Noah. Read 3 fatherly pieces of advice that we picked up from Noah’s story that can hopefully help you in your journey with fatherhood.
Read moreJuneteenth 101
“Yeah, the 4th of July is great, but have you heard of Juneteenth?”
Read more5 Amazing Black Celebrity Fathers
Father’s day is right around the corner! This year, we want to celebrate 5 amazing Black celebrity fathers who love being family men.
Read moreWhy It’s Not Enough To Just Be “Not Racist” Anymore
It is not enough just to be “not racist” anymore. We need to collectively be anti-racist and pro-black if we want to achieve racial inequality in and throughout society.
Read moreHow You Can Support The Black Community Right Now
We have a list of things that you can do to support the Black community during these times of conflict, pain, and hurting.
Read moreYes, Racism is A Sin
To be silent is to be complicit. Racism is not only amoral, but it is sinful. God does not want racism in His world.
Read moreJob’s Story: The Great Battle Within – Part 2
In this article, we will be outlining the top 4 lessons that we learned from Job’s story that we can use to fight the battle within.
Read moreJob’s Story: The Great Battle Within – Part 1
Job’s story is one of power, depression, loneliness, integrity, sickness, and loss. In part one of this mini-series, we dive into Job’s story. Stay tuned for part two, where we apply Job’s story to battling obstacles today.
Read moreLet’s Talk About Colourism
Colourism. For many this work brings feelings of pain and insecurity. Read to learn more about how colourism affects Black people in the Western world.
Read moreKnow Your Worth (No.5): Preserving Your Integrity
This article is part of The Melanin Series’ “Know Your Worth” short-read miniseries. This series addresses the varying elements of knowing one’s value and self-worth. When you hear the word integrity what do you think of? For me, as I was growing up, I did not think about integrity as an important part of developing my self-worth. As a child, I do
Read moreUnravelling The Mystery Behind #BlackGirlMagic
#BlackGirlMagic is not just a hashtag. It is a movement. Uncover the mystery behind #BlackGirlMagic and why 7 years after its creation it is still relevant.
Read moreWhen God Made A Woman: Mother’s Day 2020
The Melanin Series would like to wish all mothers and motherly figures a wonderful mother’s day. Today, we want to honour these strong, dedicated women by providing them with encouragement, support, and love.
Read moreAhmaud Arbery’s Case Has People Across the Globe Crying “Enough”
A video of 25-year-old Ahmaud Arbery’s shooting death surfaced on social media, and it is sparking international outrage across social media.
Read moreKnow Your Worth (No. 4): The Pains of Envy
Envy is dangerous. If you are experiencing envy or want to know what it is, we have all that you need to learn about this powerful source of negativity.
Read moreMotherly Love: 5 Amazing Black Mothers
There is nothing quite like the love of a mother! We’ve created a list of 5 amazing Black moms. See who made the list!
Read moreThe Reality of Job Hunting During a Pandemic for New Black College Grads Pt. 2
We want to continue yesterday’s article by providing 3 quarantine-style, résumé-building tips for recent Black college grads. Get that dream job!
Read moreThe Reality of Job Hunting During A Pandemic for New Black College Grads Pt. 1
In part 1 of this two-part article, we look at the reality of job hunting for Black, college graduates during the coronavirus pandemic.
Read more“Travelling” During Quarantine
Did I just read that right? “Travelling during quarantine”? That’s kind of impossible, right? Wrong! While you may not be able to physically travel and visit other countries while in quarantine, you can definitely explore your favourite destinations.
Read moreNavigating Christianity as a Millennial in 2020
Our editor, Jas, shares her journey of navigating life as a Black millennial with you with the hopes that you can build your relationship with Christ.
Read moreKnow Your Worth (No. 3): Establishing Your Values
Forming strong values is a key part of establishing your self-worth. What are your values? Learn more about the importance of establishing your values.
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