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Black Royalty and Explorers: African Influence in America
Did Black history in the Americas begin with slavery? That’s the commonly held view. However, there is plenty of evidence to the...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Feb 276 min read


Roots and Routes: Exploring the Richness of Black Cultures Around the World
Black culture refers to the different customs, traditions, beliefs, practices, art forms, languages, and social behaviours that have...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
May 31, 20246 min read

Understanding Colorism’s Impact on Pop Culture and Black Society
Colorism (colourism in Canada & the UK) may be a relatively new concept to many, but it has existed for centuries. It is discrimination...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
May 17, 20245 min read


Debunking the Black Monolith
Image by Nappy — Pexels Table of Contents: Why Is Exposure to Culture Important? What Are the Benefits of Exposure to New Cultures? What...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Apr 18, 20244 min read


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


The Allyship Journey You Didn’t Know You Were On
If you’re someone committed to becoming a better colleague, an inclusive leader or a global professional, you are in essence working to...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Jan 4, 20244 min read

Jammin’ with Jollof: Jamaican & Nigerian Humour
Laughter is a universal language that transcends borders and cultures. In the vibrant tapestry of Black cultures, Jamaican and Nigerian...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Aug 31, 20234 min read


How can We Improve The Health Of The Black Community?
Black communities are more susceptible to deadly diseases, from diabetes to asthma, heart disease to strokes. For example, despite less...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Apr 20, 20234 min read


What is the Black Revolution?
The Black Revolution was a countercultural movement in the United States in the 1960s and 1970s aimed at dismantling white supremacy and...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Jan 26, 20234 min read


Who Were the Leaders of the Civil Rights Movement?
The Civil Rights Movement was a series of social actions in the United States to secure equal rights for African Americans. As an...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Jan 6, 20234 min read


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
Sep 5, 20224 min read


Changing Perceptions of Black Men
Photo by Lalesh Aldarwish | Pexels Table of Contents: Overcoming Stereotypes and Unwritten Rules Things You Didn't Know About Black Men...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Jul 28, 20224 min read


Canadians Learn About Black Culture Not Black History
Let's be real. Everyone knows our superstars. Black pop culture in Canada is now fully on the map. It started decades ago, long before I...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Jun 30, 20226 min read


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
Jun 24, 20224 min read


The Economic Cost of Racism
“From Reconstruction, to Jim Crow, to the present day, our economy has never worked fairly for Black Americans—or, really, for any...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
May 31, 20224 min read


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 26, 20224 min read


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
May 19, 20225 min read


How Black Women Around the World Embrace Motherhood
It’s that time of year again when we honour our mothers and celebrate their innumerable contributions to society and the world. And while...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
May 12, 20225 min read


How Does Critical Race Theory Help DEI?
“We know that today racism is sustained more through law, policy and practices than through individual bias and discrimination” –Jasmine...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Apr 15, 20224 min read


Examining MLK’s Letter From Birmingham Jail: What Did He Really Mean?
As we celebrated Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day this week, it’s crucial to separate the real man from the myth. Only then can we truly...
Daphne, FNDR of Tough Convos
Jan 20, 20225 min read
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