America the Free?

America the Free?

This month, from September 15 to October 15, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, a time to honor one of the backbones of this nation, the Latine/x community. Hispanic Americans have shaped U.S. culture for centuries. From Spanish support during the Revolutionary War...
Race vs. Ethnicity: What’s the Difference?

Race vs. Ethnicity: What’s the Difference?

Race and ethnicity are often used interchangeably, but they’re not the same thing. Understanding the difference matters in life, work, and law. Why This Distinction Matters We talk a lot about race and ethnicity in conversations on identity, equity, and inclusion. But...
Why Is Black Hair Still a Battleground?

Why Is Black Hair Still a Battleground?

Picture this: Imagine sitting in a chair for 7 hours, enduring pain, to create a hairstyle that will bring you comfort, dignity, and ease. You then go to your place of work and are told your hair is inappropriate and that you need to go home and change it because it’s...