Who Called Me Redbone?
As a teenager strolling down the street in Indianapolis after a basketball tournament I heard “what up redbone?” Redbone? As my worldly...
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Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
- Nov 3
- 4 min
Why are Black-Owned Bookstores so Vital?
In an era where mainstream education often falls short in exposing us to the diverse and complex world we live in, there is an increasing...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
- Sep 5, 2022
- 4 min
How to Apply Mantras in Your Life and Change Stereotypes
No matter how much people deny it, most do judge a book by its cover. And this fact has never rung truer than in the case of Black men....
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
- Jul 28, 2022
- 4 min
Changing Perceptions of Black Men
Overcoming Stereotypes and Unwritten Rules Trayvon Martin, Eric Garner, Michael Brown Jr., Tamir Rice, Samuel DuBose — we could go on and...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
- Jun 24, 2022
- 4 min
Black Refugees Are Treated Differently
Yes, it’s a fact that Black refugees are treated differently — just as Black people continue to be subjected to similar behaviour and...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
- May 26, 2022
- 4 min
What is the difference between Black African and Black Caribbean?
For members of the Black community, defining racial identity can be a complex, highly personal and nuanced process. On the surface, the...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
- May 19, 2022
- 5 min
Racism is still prevalent in Canada and the US
Racism. It's a word we have only recently begun to talk about openly. The meaning of which differs depending on your skin colour and...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
- Nov 9, 2021
- 5 min
The Black Experience: The Difference Between Racism in the US and Racism in Canada
If you’ve ever wondered about the differences between racism in the US and in Canada, you’ll want to read this post. While racism has not...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
- Nov 1, 2021
- 5 min
Black saints you never heard of: Tough conversations for All Saints Day
Since today is November 1st, All Saints Day, I’ve been thinking a lot lately about diversity and inclusion when it comes to saints and...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
- Oct 8, 2021
- 4 min
How to Promote Inclusion and Equity in the Classroom
The rub-a-dub produced by the drums of educational and classroom inequity grows louder. A new report by Schott Foundation for Public...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
- Aug 26, 2021
- 3 min
Comparing the Slave Era to Present-Day Covid Economy?
Though the slave trade was officially abolished in the early 19th century, remnants of slavery can still be felt in today’s landscape....
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
- Jun 1, 2021
- 1 min
What is Snkrbox by Jason Burke & What is Tough Convos?
I'd like to introduce some of the like-minded, instrumental brands I have partnered with to tell the Tough Convos story. Snkrbox by Jason...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
- May 20, 2021
- 3 min
Why Black Mental Wellness Deserves More Attention
Both in and outside of the Black community, Black mental health isn’t being addressed enough. Inequality, anti-Black racism, and racially...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
- May 13, 2021
- 3 min
Black Mental Health Matters Now And Always
Black mental wellness is a neglected but vital issue, especially amidst the uncertainty and hostility engulfing the world today....
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
- May 6, 2021
- 4 min
Black Women Are Meant To Lead
Whether we are talking about the arts, sciences, or even the highest level of politics, Black women are excelling as professionals,...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
- Oct 31, 2020
- 2 min
Young Nigerians rise up and Canadians strongly support their social struggle to #EndSARS
Change comes when you're willing to sacrifice for the collective. And that's exactly what thousands of young Nigerians have been doing on...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
- Aug 17, 2020
- 2 min
The march has past but the demands are loud and proud
"This work is just beginning". The Ontario Ministry of Education must get to work on addressing the systemic racism that plagues our schools
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