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Cultural Intelligence (CQ): What Is It and Why Is It Important?
Keep working on these principles to develop your cultural intelligence and connect with sensitivity and confidence on every level.

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Aug 16, 20246 min read


Personifying Cultural Intelligence: 7 Key Traits of Culturally Intelligent People
In today's increasingly globalized world, cultural intelligence (CQ) is more important than ever. It goes beyond simple awareness of...

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


Emancipation Day: Lessons from Caribbean Heroes of the Past
Inspiring unity and justice through historical reflection What is Emancipation Day? Why is it important? Emancipation Day marks the...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Aug 2, 20245 min read


Roots & Routes Illustrated: Journey through Black Cultures From Kingston to Khartoum
Welcome to our illustrated Roots and Routes series exploring Black cultures around the world. The series is both a celebration of cultural diversity and a platform to smash the Black monolith stereotype. This illustrated series reflects our aim to foster greater respect for the global Black identity. We do this through challenging misconceptions, promoting inclusivity and inspiring dialogue with easy to understand visual and graphic representation. You’ll discover a treasure

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Jul 26, 20246 min read


What Allyship is NOT
In today's increasingly interconnected world, the concept of allyship has gained prominence as a crucial practice in fostering inclusive...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Jul 11, 20243 min read


The Role of Cultural Heritage in Shaping Canadian Identity
Like everyone in this country, I consider myself Canadian. However, like many people here, my immediate roots are elsewhere....

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


From Blunders to Brilliance: Turning Cross-Cultural Mistakes into Cultural Intelligence
Image by Wix Media Working across cultures offers numerous benefits but also presents challenges in communication, leadership styles, and...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Jun 28, 20245 min read


Why Language Matters: Definitions, Context & Cultural Nuance
Language is the bedrock of human interaction, an essential tool that shapes our understanding of the world and our place within it. It is...

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Jun 22, 20245 min read


Family First: How Black Men Empower Women and Boost Mental Health
Image from Wix Media Father's Day is a celebration that underscores the vital role fathers play in nurturing and supporting their families. In an effort to ensure those fathers who feel neglected at times are fully given their due, this particular Father’s Day we’re highlighting the often overlooked but crucial contributions of Black men in breaking barriers and empowering their women and families. With such pressures to perform, support, and contribute, we also recognize the

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Jun 16, 20244 min read


African Child Day: Don't Just Celebrate. ADVOCATE.
Image via umbertobattista, Pixabay Also known as the International Day of the African Child, African Child Day falls on Sunday, June 16 this year. While providing an important avenue to celebrate African children's potential and advocating for their rights and development, African Child Day will only be lip service if the systems underlying the continued exploitation of African children remain intact. In this article, we will explain the roots and goals of African Child Day,

Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Jun 13, 20245 min read
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