The Revolution, (ثورة ) Thawra, Starts Inside Of Us! As a member of the Sudanese diaspora, my heart aches with the weight of the violence and unrest in my homeland. The recent events have left me feeling shattered, helpless, and haunted by survivor’s guilt. The grief I carry is not…

As a Black woman born in Sudan, my journey has been intertwined with the harsh realities of persistent poverty, instability, and the questionable impact of international charity efforts. I’ve come to realize that these efforts often fall short, creating dependency rather than fostering genuine, lasting change. …

Addressing collective grief and trauma necessitates a mindful acknowledgment of the deliberate erasure and appropriation of Indigenous and African healing practices within Western methodologies. For Black and Indigenous individuals, reclaiming their traditional healing methods is more than a path to wellness; it’s an act of cultural restoration and resilience. Recalling…

(Black women are cis, femme, trans, and non-binary Black womanhood identifying) Audre Lorde’s wisdom resonates deeply as she cautioned, “For the master’s tools will never dismantle the master’s house.” It’s intriguing to reflect on the early stages of my healing journey. One thing that stands out is my initial rejection…

Awakening on a Sunday morning, my heart ached as the news of the Greater Nile Operating Company (GNPOC) Tower engulfed my social media feeds. This towering emblem of progress had been reduced to mere ashes, serving as a vivid reflection of the relentless turmoil that shrouds Sudan. …

(Black women are cis, trans, femme, and non-binary persons who identify with Black womanhood.) In the ever-evolving labyrinth of identity, mental health, and relationships, navigating a world rife with simplifications and misconceptions becomes a profoundly empowering odyssey (Smith, 2020; Johnson, 2019). …

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(You are on Stolen land, built by Stolen People…) In the realm of wellness and holistic healing, the pervasive influence of white supremacy remains a bitter pill to swallow. On Turtle Island (Canada/USA), Black and Indigenous communities share deeply interlocking histories characterized by centuries of resistance, resilience, and solidarity against…

(Black women are cis, femmes, and Black womanhood-identifying non-binary persons) Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that transcends all racial and cultural boundaries, yet its impact on Black women often remains shrouded in the shadows. As a Black woman in her 30s, I found myself unexpectedly embarking on a…