Black Girls Around The World

13/08/2021

Hey all!

Back after a much-needed social media break and feeling inspired and re-energised 👑

The pressure to keep going can be a lot but it’s key to know that it is ok to take breaks and come back better than ever!

What have you all been up to? 🤎💫

14/07/2021

Protecting my peace and celebrating the wins this month, no matter how big or small they are! 🤎💫

24/06/2021

At a time where many of us are more vocal about the injustices we face, it’s great to see Black TikTokers taking a stance while highlighting how key they are not just to the platform, but the creative industry as a whole 👑
https://blackgirlsaroundtheworld.com/2021/06/24/black-tiktokers-are-on-strike-and-im-here-for-it/

Black TikTokers are taking a stance and highlighting just how key they are not just to the platform, but the creative industry as a whole.

22/06/2021

Paying tribute to members of the Windrush generation this , and remembering their contributions to the UK.

From the healthcare system to arts and entertainment, the Windrush generation and their descendants continue to have a massive impact on this country and around the world 👑

21/06/2021

Wishing you all a week filled with making moves towards building your own stages 👑

Have a great day! 🤎💫

17/06/2021

A gentle reminder 👑

Wishing you all an amazing Thursday! 🤎💫

07/06/2021

‘Pace’ is the keyword for this week!

Taking time to meet the demands and goals you want to accomplish without burning out is essential but not often encouraged.

I implore you all to take time this week - get what you need done without feeling completely exhausted by the end of the week 😅

What are you looking to accomplish today? 🤎💫

06/06/2021

“Seeing Black women embrace luxury and enjoy the finer things in life is great - but the more we focus on the materialism of it all, are we taking away from the importance of prioritising luxury for Black women in fields of real importance?” https://blackgirlsaroundtheworld.com/2021/06/03/the-paradox-of-the-black-women-in-luxury-movement/

The Black women in luxury movement provides much needed representation - but it must extend beyond materialism

28/05/2021

Decompress' is the perfect way to describe how we'll be spending our Bank Holiday Weekend 👑

Relaxing, regrouping and reconnecting is on our agenda!

How will you be spending yours? 🤎💫

13/05/2021

We spoke to Peterborough-based teacher Precious Graham who founded Culture Community, an afterschool club to educate kids about Black history - a history that goes far beyond slavery and segregation to Black heroes, pioneers, inventors and much more https://blackgirlsaroundtheworld.com/2021/05/13/meet-peterborough-teacher-black-history-lessons-children/

Primary school teacher Precious Graham is striving to expose young people to Black history with a Saturday school called Culture Community.

10/05/2021

Did you know that A 2013 University of Michigan study found that young, Black women have the highest rate of developing lupus?

To mark World Lupus Day, swipe through to see more about what it is, how it often affects Black women, and the empowering ladies battling the illness and pushing through 🤎💫

05/05/2021

Not getting everything checked off a weekly to-do list can be frustrating - whether it’s due to life circumstances or feelings of procrastination which we all experience.

Either way, it’s important to give ourselves grace in these situations and to push forward when needed - sometimes taking that little time for yourself instead of ticking another thing off of your list is much more vital 🤎💫

26/04/2021

A Monday evening reminder to be kind to your younger self, she was learning and growing and so are you! 💛

Be patient with yourself and don't be so hard on yourself

Where you right now is where you need be and be! 👑

20/04/2021

The system is still fundamentally racist and needs to be reformed in order to prevent the brutal violence and death that Black people face every day.

The outcome of this trial is a step in the right direction - but there is so much more to still be done.

In the meantime, I hope you’re all taking care of yourselves during what has been a very distressing time 🤎

19/04/2021

“The industry needs to be better in promoting the amazing women of colour already making a huge difference in the world” - Gisela Abbam talks representation, why we must help the next generation and how it feels to be the first Black chair of the British Science Association: https://blackgirlsaroundtheworld.com/2021/04/19/bsa-chair-gisela-abbam-representation-stem/

Gisela Abbam is passionate about making a difference in people’s lives. Over the years, she’s been able to do just that through undertaking various roles, from becoming the first Black chair of the…

15/04/2021

From The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison to My Sister, the Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite, these must-read books by Black women address the issues often ignored within our community https://blackgirlsaroundtheworld.com/2021/04/15/sexual-assault-awareness-month-black-authors-books/

To mark Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we’ve listed some essential books that should be on everybody’s reading list, highlighting the many injustices and issues women face while encouraging healin…

13/04/2021

Saying no to the things that don't benefit you is something which isn't encouraged when we're younger but is definitely something to embrace!

I hope you're all doing what is right for you and not letting anyone tell you different 🤎💫

09/04/2021

Protect your peace always 🤎

It can come with making some tough decisions but it's often worth it in the end! 💫