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The Future of Black Literacy: Trends, Innovations, and Aspirations
Image via Unsplash In the words of Frederick Douglass, "Education means emancipation. It means light and liberty. It means the uplifting...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Feb 9, 20244 min read


Honouring My Dad: Mantras for Black Men and Their Allies
Celebrating birthdays serves as a poignant reminder of the significance of cherished connections and the imperative to embrace the...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Jan 26, 20244 min read


Why Is Everything About Race?
In the ever-evolving landscape of social media, our timelines act as reflective mirrors, echoing the harsh realities of our world. Recent...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Jan 19, 20244 min read


Martin Luther King Jr.'s Economic Principles are Still Relevant in 2024
Despite being known across the world, Martin Luther King Jr.'s most famous moment remains largely misunderstood. The “I Have a Dream”...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Jan 12, 20244 min read


The Allyship Journey You Didn’t Know You Were On
Photo by fauxels from Pexels If you’re someone committed to becoming a better colleague, an inclusive leader or a global professional,...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Jan 4, 20244 min read


How to Increase your CQ with the CultureQ Framework
From cultural knowledge to communication and workplace behaviour, CQ impacts all aspects of teamwork and collaboration, including your ability to grow into new markets.

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Dec 29, 20234 min read


The Death of Common Sense
Media from Wix In a world that often seems to have lost its common sense and its sense of humor, it's only fitting to bid farewell to an old friend with a touch of wit. Common Sense , our ever-reliable companion, has departed, leaving us to navigate the quagmire of modern life. In examining the viral obituary we came across in the London Times, we take a necessary look at the relevance of this commentary in today’s society by relating it to real-life concerns such as continue

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Dec 22, 20235 min read


Curated DEI Resources for Leaders, Allies and Black Professionals
The holiday season is upon us, and as we gather with loved ones to create new memories and share good wishes, we at Tough Convos are...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Dec 15, 20237 min read


10 Most Violated Human Rights of 2023
As we approach December 10th, the anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, it's crucial to reflect on the state of human...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Dec 8, 20236 min read


Who Called Me Redbone?
© Vilius Kukanauskas from Pixabay As a teenager strolling down the street in Indianapolis after a basketball tournament I heard “what up redbone?” Redbone? As my worldly travels continued I found myself in New York and was greeted with “what up shorty?”, pronounced “shawty”! Growing up in Toronto we were used to the diverse array of names and endearments tossed our way in our community. The security guards at our monthly reggae jams would always smile with a “blessings brown

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Dec 1, 20234 min read
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