“Curiosity killed the cat.” That’s what they say to keep us from asking too many questions. But let’s be real—curiosity never killed the cat. Oppression did. Silence did. Submission did. And for Black, AfroLatine, and Indigenous peoples in this country—curiosity … Continue reading Curiosity Ain’t Optional: Our Ancestors Died So We Could Ask Why
When we talk about Truth and Reconciliation, we cannot selectively decide whose truth matters. Nor can we reconcile only for the comfortable, the familiar, or the visible. For Black immigrants in the United States, truth remains suppressed, and reconciliation deferred. … Continue reading The Truth They Don’t Tell: Black Inmigración, ICE, and the Urgency of Reconciliation
It was clear that in our historically maintained structures of systemic racism and colonialism, the comprehensive Behemoth of Health Inequity was and is an anchoring component of a system of injustice. Kevin Robinson It started back on September 8th, 2022. … Continue reading Slaying The Behemoth Of Health Inequity
As an advocate for psychological safety in education and the workplace, I feel the month of November is a perfect time to set the stage for new beginnings in the quest. Psychological safety begins with feeling connected to a group … Continue reading Psychological Safety & Thankful November Transitions
As we gather for November’s dedicated Health and Wellness Month, we embrace the profound teachings embedded in the concept of the circle—an idea deeply rooted in both Indigenous culture and the broader tapestry of humanity. The circle represents equality, trust, … Continue reading Where Faith Meets Native Tradition: A Vision Quest for Healing in the Sacred Circle
“The judgment was set, and the books were opened.” Daniel 7:10 Many cross-baring, scripture-quoting, Christ-confessing believers are familiar with this apocalyptic scripture of Judgment Day. Some may think to themselves, where did those books come from? We thought we had … Continue reading The Original Big Lie And its Shape-Shifting Offspring
Optimistic,If things around you crumbleNo, you don’t have to stumble and fallKeep pushing on and don’t you look back, ohI know of storms and strife,I been around them all of life,Just think ahead and you’ll be inspired,To reach higher and … Continue reading Finding True North, Optimism In A World of Despair
Pass the Turkey, Pass the Stuffing as we celebrate how the indigenous people shared life-preserving sustenance with the immigrants at Plymouth Rock. Because there was “Plenty Enough to Share.” This assured the European’s survival. As we celebrate The History of Thanksgiving, … Continue reading Plenty Enough to Share
As we move into the month of September, we can see how various celebrations begin to take shape. One of these celebrations, rooted in the Hispanic heritage, has aroused in recent years a deep sense of reflection not only in … Continue reading We Are Here: Roots and Ancestral Resistance
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