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! 💫

07/04/2021

Being kind to yourself is a must 👑

If there is anything this pandemic has taught us, it's too be greatful for what we have and to focus on that more than being critical of the things we want to change.

Self improvement is never a bad thing but it's all about perspective!

Wishing you all a great day 🤎💫

03/04/2021

Affirming nothing but positivity and good vibes over here 👑

Wishing you all a blessed Saturday! 🤎💫

01/04/2021

The documentary was long-awaited and spoke to an issue that needed to be addressed and continues to be prevalent among Black women today. However, in just under 30 minutes and with Rochelle at the helm, I do wonder if the documentary would’ve benefitted from a different approach which allowed for more discussion: https://blackgirlsaroundtheworld.com/2021/04/01/review-dispatches-the-black-maternity-scandal/

Black women are four times more likely to die during pregnancy and childbirth compared to white women. It’s a statistic that many of us have heard before and was something reiterated in Channel 4’s…

29/03/2021

It’s a term that has been widely debated - but is it time to officially ditch ‘BAME’?

The racial disparities commission are reported to propose to Boris Johnson that the term no longer be used, in their much-anticipated report which is due to be published this week.

The Telegraph reported that a source said the acronym - standing for black, Asian and minority ethnic - had become "unhelpful and redundant", with the blanket term potentially masking the lived experiences of individual groups.

The source also mentioned that companies increasing the number of BAME staff they employ feel there is no need to tackle other systemic racial issues and that using the term alone can hide major disparities between ethnic groups as well as people within the same ethnic group.

What are your thoughts on the term - do you feel it’s outdated or necessary?

23/03/2021

“When I first went natural, my edges had to be laid, my kinks had to be transformed and my shrinkage had to be minimised. In the process of abandoning one harmful beauty standard, I ended up replacing it with another" https://blackgirlsaroundtheworld.com/2021/03/23/texturism-eurocentric-beauty-standards/

Our hair is more than just a beauty statement – our hair is our history, our protector, and most simply ours. We must make sure we are all celebrated and accounted for, writes Tamara Morrison

20/03/2021

Continue to take up space and be unapologetic about it! 🤎💫

18/03/2021

“While Judas and the Black Messiah opened fresh wounds on the treatment of African-Americans by law enforcement, it was also a reminder that Black women are only allowed to hold on to happiness for a limited time in film” https://blackgirlsaroundtheworld.com/2021/03/18/why-is-pain-always-at-the-centre-for-black-women-in-love/

While Judas and the Black Messiah opened fresh wounds on the treatment of African-Americans by law enforcement, it was also a reminder that Black women are only allowed to hold on to happiness for …

15/03/2021

“My kids are not my complexion. In fact, they don’t even look blended. So imagine the looks I get when they see us together: dark mom, pale kids. You can see the disconnect in their eyes.”

In the first instalment from our series ‘Black mum, blended family,’ we speak to Ghanaian and Jamaican fitness manager Melanie, as she discusses raising mixed-race children, the impact of social media and dealing with criticism within her community: https://blackgirlsaroundtheworld.com/2021/03/15/black-mum-blended-family-there-are-still-far-too-many-instances-of-racism-and-classism-but-i-cant-let-ignorance-outshine-the-good/

In the first instalment from our series ‘Black mum, blended family,’ we speak to Ghanaian and Jamaican fitness manager Melanie, as she discusses raising mixed-race children, the impact of social me…

13/03/2021

One year later.

08/03/2021

For many creatives, the pandemic has halted plans to showcase their work publicly - but for Black girl-led collective VAGUE, they are keen to continue propelling the work of creatives worldwide regardless of the global restrictions placed upon them: https://blackgirlsaroundtheworld.com/2021/03/08/meet-vague-the-black-girl-led-collective-bringing-young-creatives-together-during-lockdown/

For many people in the creative industry, the Covid-19 pandemic has halted plans to showcase their work publicly – but for the women of online collective and creative agency VAGUE, they are k…

04/03/2021

In honour of our World Book Day we’ve listed some of the books from Black women authors to check out this year, from the late Cicely Tyson’s autobiography Just As I Am to the heartwarming self-love story of Love Is A Revolution by Renee Watson.

What other books should we add to the list? 👑🤎💫

01/03/2021

Happy Birthday to the talented and beautiful Lupita Nyong'o 👑🤎💫