“Trauma is the response to a deeply distressing or disturbing event that overwhelms an individual’s ability to cope, causes feelings of helplessness, diminishes their sense of self and their ability to feel the full range of emotions and experiences.” This definition sounds to me, like … Continue readingRacial Trauma Through The Mixed Lens
We wanted to take a moment to acknowledge the fact that we, as mixed people, are experiencing unique challenges during this time. We know you are trying to: Fight the good fight and educate others. Hold space for your anger and pain. Navigate your own … Continue readingTo our mixed brothers and sisters (specifically those who identify as black and white)…
Colorism, also known as shadesim is defined as: A prejudice or discrimination against individuals with certain skin tones, typically among people of the same ethnic or racial group. This is a trying topic that our country has been struggling with greatly for several generations. Most … Continue readingA Snapshot of Colorism
Own your WHOLE mix. The sooner someone knows the whole you, the sooner you will know whether they accept it or reject it. Be open to all ethnicities. Don’t judge a book by it’s cover. You never know who might surprise you. Don’t be afraid to correct … Continue readingTips For Dating: MIXED EDITION
Anytime you are feeling lost, frustrated or alone, we hope you can come to this handful of tips for a bit of solace. Tips for Mixed Race Individuals Recognize that you are not a watered-down version of a certain race. You are whole and no … Continue readingTips for Mixed People and Parents of Mixed Kids
Talking about race with someone you care about can be an extremely difficult conversation! It can be triggering and frustrating and potentially pointless if neither side is willing to put in the work. Maybe it’s a family member who says racists jokes, maybe it’s a … Continue readingHow To Have Tough Conversations About Race With Those Who Matter
Dominica Greene is a 24 year-old performing artist based in New York. Originally from Upland, California, she is a graduate of the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts, where she was the recipient of an Honorable Mention in Modern dance from the National … Continue readingSpotlight of the Week: Dominica Greene
This week’s spotlight is the talented and inspiring, Reynaldo Piniella! Reynaldo is an Afro-Latino actor, writer, director and activist from East New York, Brooklyn. He is a graduate of the Artist Campaign School, a new initiative from Fractured Atlas that prepares artists to run successful … Continue readingSpotlight of the Week: Reynaldo Piniella
This week’s spotlight is the beautiful and talented, Emma Kikue! Emma grew up in Salt Lake City, Utah. She attended the University of North Carolina School of the Arts and is now a professional actress in NYC. You may have seen her in The Sinner … Continue readingSpotlight of the Week: Emma Kikue
On August 28th 1963, 55 years ago, Martin Luther King, Jr. made his iconic and revolutionary “I Have a Dream” Speech. MLK was a pioneer in the fight for racial equality and gave his life for that battle. The mixed people of America would not … Continue readingSpotlight of the Week: Martin Luther King, Jr.