African Americans have suffered within the medical field for centuries. Throughout history, the medical field has failed black people, as well as other communities of color, leaving them unable to trust healthcare providers. From the infamous Dr. James Marian Sims to the Tuskegee Experiments, black people and children have faced and continue to face medical racism… Continue reading Medical Racism in the U.S.
Why is life like this? Is my body not mine?One of my rights has been taken away, and I am worried for my life.I wasn't worried before because I didn't believe it to actually occur.Until the day came, on June 24th.A right of women has been taken, and it has officially awakened the fear and… Continue reading The Fear of Restrictions on Access to Abortion.
To the girl that was raped . . . And shamed for what she wore Punished nine months To carry a being she didn’t create At 12 years old She shoulders a parents weight Robbed of the childhood she was meant to have No thanks to the state To the mother who couldn’t be .… Continue reading All in Woman’s World
I bring this offering to the edge of the water in song. not in grief.Ash from the stories they attempted to burn, a muttered name, and a braid of sweetgrass.Water is life, says Mni Wiconi, yet they paved over prayers with selfishness and steel veins.She flows, nevertheless.My aunt's eyes, the rough hands of the seed… Continue reading Water Is Life
Sex is a taboo in Mexican culture, which has led to many generations, including women, not being comfortable in their own bodies and being ashamed to even talk about their periods. Machismo, sex shame, and biased standards set against women stemmed from that very issue. In the following paragraphs, I will explain the shame, that… Continue reading Sex,Shame and Machismo in Mexican Culture
A woman too afraid to tell a stoy Is equal to a dog too afraid to bark Woman building up the courage just for her words to be torn apart But with resilience comes strength And with strength comes wisdom Those words used to tear these women apart Will only help build them Women and… Continue reading She Will Bark
