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AfroSapiophileAfroSapiophile is a hub for critical thinking and analysis pertaining to civil rights, human rights, systemic racism and sexism across politics, entertainment, and history.
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AfroSapiophile is a hub for critical thinking and analysis pertaining to civil rights, human rights, systemic racism and sexism across politics, entertainment, and history.
Editors
Johnny Silvercloud
20 yr U.S. Army vet turned analytical street photographer who talks about power, protest, and politics. Do not defend racism or sexism when I’m in the room.
Allison Wiltz
Black womanist Scholar bylines @ Momentum, Oprah Daily, ZORA, GEN, EIC of Cultured #WEOC Founder allisonthedailywriter.com https://ko-fi.com/allyfromnola
L.A. Justice
Research & Policy Coordinator | Activist | Theologian | Author | Educator | Previously a Biochemist | Previous Top Writer in Racism and BlackLivesMatter
Tim Wise
Anti-racism educator and author of 9 books, including White Like Me and, most recently, Dispatches from the Race War (City Lights, December 2020)
Quintessa L. Williams
Afra-American Journalist 📝📚| #WEOC | Blacktivist | EIC of TDQ | Editor for Cultured & AfroSapiophile. Bylines in The Root, MadameNoire, ZORA, & Momentum.
William Spivey
I write about politics, history, education, and race. Follow me at williamfspivey.com and support me at https://ko-fi.com/williamfspivey0680
ASUS BUTTERFLY
Author of Stories concerning Black America & Hot Topics w/ a Positive Flare & Teachable Moment | Google Top Author | Co-Editor Afro-Cinemaphile & AfroSapiophile
Writers
Justin Robert Freeman
I’m hoping to share my experience with you in such a meaningful way that you will feel obliged to do the same. https://twitter.com/JustinR_Freeman
Sun Yung Shin
MAT, MFA. Writer, poet, editor, bodyworker, gardener. She/they. Author or editor of nine books, plus three forthcoming in 2024 and 2025. www.sunyungshin.com
Marquisse
Afroboricua. Maórocotí. Ratchet. Disability and Mental Health Advocate. Wakanda’s Chief Director of Accessibility Services.
Abby Shab
Radical activist of color working to thrive & imagine a better world. I hope we can grow through honest exchange & fearless reflection. Black Lives Matter
Howland Crowe
An autistic perspective on prejudice, art, and society. Writer. Activist. Pun-lover. Twitter: @CroweHowland Facebook: Howland Crowe
Nini Mappo
A tribal villager in the city. Encourager — heal the poverty inside. Award-winning storyteller+Digital Ambassador @Worldpulse→ http://bit.ly/WPAmbassadors-Join
Allison Wiltz
Black womanist Scholar bylines @ Momentum, Oprah Daily, ZORA, GEN, EIC of Cultured #WEOC Founder allisonthedailywriter.com https://ko-fi.com/allyfromnola
TJ Larson
TJ Larson is a journalist, two-time American Pundit Contest finalist, and US Army veteran. Follow @TJLarson1 on Twitter
Sharon Hurley Hall
Antiracism activist, author, educator. https://www.antiracismnewsletter.com/ Co-Founder, Mission Equality. Co-host: Introvert Sisters . She/her.
Dr. Amaka Nwozo
Author, dental surgeon, wellness specialist, software developer. Join me at doctoramaka.com.
LoisG
Specialize in personal finance, small business, online business, investment, self help, true crime.
Courtney Allen-Gentry RN MSN PHN AHN-BC HWNC-BC
Holistic Public Health Coach. Spirit Science Plant Medicine. Practicing Shakubuku for the Enlightened Masses. Ready for your swift, Spiritual kick to the head?
Petiri Ira
Bylines in Screenshot Media, gal-dem, Malalafund, Momentum, ZORA. Contact: petiriira@gmail.com
L.A. Justice
Research & Policy Coordinator | Activist | Theologian | Author | Educator | Previously a Biochemist | Previous Top Writer in Racism and BlackLivesMatter
SAMUEL STINSON
SAMUEL IS A HUSBAND, FATHER, SON, VETERAN AND OCCUPANT OF THE PLANET AND LIKE YOURSELF PAYS TAXES JUST TO BE HERE!
William Spivey
I write about politics, history, education, and race. Follow me at williamfspivey.com and support me at https://ko-fi.com/williamfspivey0680
Carla D. Wilson Laskey
Using words to inspire, motivate, and encourage us all to positively impact the world for the greater good of all! https://linktr.ee/CarlaDee
Quintessa L. Williams
Afra-American Journalist 📝📚| #WEOC | Blacktivist | EIC of TDQ | Editor for Cultured & AfroSapiophile. Bylines in The Root, MadameNoire, ZORA, & Momentum.
Michaela Parker, Bestselling Author✨
#1 New Release | A Childhood Secret: The Piano Lesson - A Memoir, Kindle Unlimited (Audible & Hardcover Coming Soon)
Christina
Inspired by family; passionate about community. Doing what I can to make someone else's day a little brighter.
Jonathan Thomas
Conditional Human, writer who is afraid of writing, unwilling mercenary within the military-industrial-complex that is authoritarian, bourgeois-state-capitalism
Emi Eleode
Writer. Visual artist // I write about culture and societal issues with a focus on the effects of colonialism, postcolonialism, globalisation and capitalism.
Jeanette C. Espinoza
Mom of 2 amazing humans | Author of 3 books, including Rock Your Crown - Amazon.com| Speaker | Activist | Creator of Jeanette’s Jewels www.jeanettecespinoza.com
Mocha Moma
Award-winning poet. Author of Soul Not For Sale-The Poetic Publication. The Love Poet speaking out against Unhealthy Culture and its generational damage.
Kay Valley
Your Black friend. Radical ideas on inequity, race & poverty. Follow on Substack: https://kayvalley.substack.com/
Tatiana Donaldson
Tatiana is an educator, writer, and Editor of 𝙀𝙣 𝘾𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙧 — a publication illuminating Black voices, Black art, and Black culture.
marc liggin
“To punish me for my contempt for authority, fate made me an authority myself.” Albert Einstein| Assoc prod. SOLDIERS OF CONSCIENCE| 5 yrs Army. 2 yrs city cop
Kelsey Ogbewe
Poet | Essayist | Artist “You cannot enslave a mind that knows itself, that values itself, that understands itself…” — Wangari Maathai #WEOC
Joel A. Johnson
Family man, & creative who enjoys karaoke, poetry, & balance sports (skating & skiing). I focus on social justice. Writes for The Lark, AfroSapiophile, WEOC
Walter Rhein
I have 10+ years experience as a certified English and Physics teacher. 20+ years of experience as an editor, journalist, blogger and novelist.
A. Jay Adler
Writer. Reader. Roper of stars and Professor of English. New York and Los Angeles. Essays, poetry, fiction and creative nonfiction, memoir. ajayadler.com
Eden Bouvier
Political Science student at university, I write about racism, feminism and international politics | My Ko-fi : https://ko-fi.com/edenbouvier
Jay Giemm
Empathy & compassion through the eyes of a Drill Sgt. First Responder, Drill Sergeant, and a National Guard COVID task force member. NY Times contributor.
Ena Onami
Warrior fighting off persistent perfectionism. Believer in Star Trek as therapy. Puzzle-solver. Admirer of kind people.
Diahala Doucouré
(She/ her) 30-something Afro-European woman. I share personal essays and opinion pieces about periods, sexual health and body positivity.
Keno Ogbo
A stochastic writer, delving into life, tech and fiction. Writing from her West African background, she tackles old issues with a fresh perspective.
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Laquesha Bailey
4th-year undergrad | 3x Top Writer in Feminism and Social Media | I write about race, self and whatever else piques my interest | laqueshabailey15@gmail.com
Ira David Socol
Author, Dreamer, Educator: A life in service - NYPD, EMS, disabilities/UDL specialist, tech and innovation leader for education. Co-author of Timeless Learning
Maya L, M.A.
I explore the intersectionality of race and culture from a humanistic lens. Host of The Renegade Professor Podcast.
Carla McCarty
Writer (MFA in Creative Writing), middle-school English teacher (25 years and counting!), college English instructor and crazy cat lady (owner of 21 cats).
Jeremy Helligar
Brother Son Husband Friend Loner Minimalist World Traveler. Author of “Is It True What They Say About Black Men?” and “Storms in Africa” https://rb.gy/3mthoj
Michael Hall
#21stcenturygrio | with imagination as my 6th sense and soul as my quintessence, I am an alchemist of prosody | https://linktr.ee/21stcenturygriot
Kay Barrett
^ is my name, media is my game. Books, film, and pop culture. For sponsored features or reviews, email me: barrettbookreviews@icloud.com.
Sara Ali
3 x Top Writer. British-North African London based med student. Interested in mental health, decolonisation, identity and access to healthcare.
Kasey Van Draven
Writer, Thinker, Eater. Personal interests include Current Events, Business, Public Health, Film, and Fiction. Keanu Reeves is my hero. Nice to meet you :-)
Timothy A. Wilson
I am a son, husband, father, grandfather. Have retired from my coaching business. My focus is on learning to be a better writer here at Medium.
TaLynn Kel
Fat, Black, Femme Geek. I’m a writer & cosplayer. My blog is www.talynnkel.com. My books: Breaking Normal& Still Breaking Normal http://amzn.to/2FW5kl3
Brooke Sinclair
Founder of By Our Blood. Activist, Author, & Future Billionaire. #bloodpc #reparations
KSH
I’m an ordinary woman, and #survivor #writing—existing in an extraordinary world. Fuck them lanes. #WEOC #BotBEditor introvert #POMpoet #TBIN #Poetry #Memoirs
Estacious(Charles White)
I am a southern writer and teacher living in the midwest. I focus on education, poetry, and fiction. I am an award-winning playwright. estaciousw1914@yahoo.com
Dr. Cynthia Alease Smith
Anti-Racism Essayist & Educator offering discussions about Race, Racism, White Supremacy and the language used, from perspectives not ordinarily considered.
Kendell Davis
Husband | Father | Storyteller | Artist | Writer | Reader| Philosopher | Scholar | #WEOC
Jill Nagle
Working on the forthcoming book Skin in the Game: How White People Benefit from Dismantling White Supremacy. Catalyzing at EvolutionaryWorkplace.com.
AW
I'm a 4th year medical student recovering from two strokes. I'm here navigating my new life & life in general. come follow me! join me! It'll be an adventure!
The Wicked Orchard by Sidra Owens
A writer, a wordsmith, a weaver of pyrrhic, yet just realities. https://ardisd.wixsite.com/the-wicked-orchard
Dr. Tiffany Jana
Non-binary Top Writer in Diversity, Leadership, & Antiracism. Best-Selling Author, Pleasure Activist, B Corp Founder, TEDx, Inc.com Top 100 Speaker
Rhiannin Bunney
I’m a freelance writer interested in politics, society, and life in general. I’m here to think, explore, and learn.
Dr Natalie Woodward
Comedic writer of whimsical tales, thought-provoking articles & embarrassing anecdotes. PhD in Literature.
Von Wright
Public Affairs. Public Relations. Freelancer. Lover of books and great journalism. Contributor to #WEOC. I write about Relationships, Family, and Race Relations
Ashley Herzog
New account. I’m still a professional journalist, novelist, and radio host. And Catherine’s mom.
LaDarius Dennison
Philosopher | Historian | 💎 Gem-Dropper Scholar 📚 | Creative Professional | #BluPhi 🤘🏾
Khadejah
I write about life lessons, writing, social justice, and productivity. New articles published weekly. Follow me on Twitter :https://twitter.com/KhadejahJ22
R.VanWagoner
Exercising my right not to remain silent. Criminal defense and First Amendment attorney.
The Stormy Poet
I'm just a wordsmith who believes literature has the power to save the 🌍 and who intends to prove it by example. (Published Works: https://linktr.ee/tspbooks)
Egberto Willies
Egberto Willies is a political activist, author, political blogger, radio show host, business owner, software developer, web designer, and mechanical engineer.
Hal H. Harris
Black on Both Sides. Medium Writers Challenge Winner. The founder of Established in 1865. I Tweet @Established1865. E-mail is hal.harris@est1865.com.
Super Mrs. C.
Retired teacher. Humorous essayist about Life. Serious essayist about politics and “race.” Aspiring world saver. Cat mama. We can do better than this.
Improve Online
Improve Online enhances his writing skills by expressing his thoughts, emotions, and ideas while receiving real-time feedback from the Medium community.
Jay Krasnow
Former CIA officer | Most-definite Southpaw — Mind Cafe | Better Marketing | Writers Cooperative | Publishous — Tweet: @JayKrasnow
Guy Nave
I LOVE thoughtful and challenging engagement! That's why I read and write on Medium. If you enjoy the same, keep in touch. I always respond.
Nkrumah Frazier (He/Him)
Sustainability Officer for the City of Hattiesburg, Mississippi; Founder of Hikes Across America! Climate and Social Justice Advocate.
Rebecca Stevens
I write about racism, but there are so many other things I would like to write about instead. Help me dismantle racism so that I can get to that.
Marlon Weems
Storyteller. 2x Top Writer. Subscribe to my newsletter: https://thejourneyman.substack.com
Dr. Jeremy Divinity
Exploring ways of being. Critical Scholar, Strategist, Writer. Located in Los Angeles @Dr.Yermzus on Instagram.
Henry Suarez
Father, husband, and collector of random thoughts. Writing helps me to make sense of this crazy world. https://henrysuarezwrites.com
K. Revs
Word purging about personal development, modern society, and politics. https://medium.com/@kelseareeves/membership
Gem Bay
Artifying existence. Finding the music. Taking meaning — I am Gem, welcome to the bay. All that glitters ain't gold, but you'll find something shiny.
Sherrell Writes
I am a new Freelancer who is documenting her journey for others that feel like they have no idea what they're doing.
Life not abrupt (L.n.a.)
Introvert who📝under a brand name | Medium's home to my journeys as a Black young woman: faith✝️, higherEd📚, environment🌎, & more |↪️lifenotabrupt@gmail.com
Laura M. Quainoo
I write about race, CHOSSA (Children of Stolen & Sold Africans…ie Black people), embracing Africa as our ancestral homeland & other stuff as my Spirit moves me.
Parris Baker-Coley
I write about religion, politics, & race telling the truth about myself primarily, then the world. WEOC member.
Savannah Worley
Essayist who writes about social justice, racism, and mental health | she/her | Buy me a coffee: https://ko-fi.com/skworley
Estella Writes
Storyteller, Savant, Military Brat, Wife, & Mom; I love the planet & the people who share the world with me. Connect with me: https://linktr.ee/jegail as well.
Moon Bastet
Moon Bastet, MBA, MHRM, MPM — Witchy + Educated. Feminist. Tarot Reader. Digital Activist. - Contact: moonbastetwrites@gmail.com
Fannie Banks-Wells
Fannie is a blogger who runs a website called https://unclaimedtreasure.org. On her blog Fannie addresses the issues that face uncoupled African Americans.
Petrina Ferguson
Presenting God's truth in a culture of lies. Coaching women on godly femininity and how to win in relationships and life at mymentor.life/petrinaf
Steve Zaloudek
Husband; father; Baha’i; traveler; sports fanatic; lawyer. Committed to uniting people to overcome anti-black racism and work towards racial justice and unity.
Isaac Gillard
I am passionate about the art of writing — social justice — sports lover — devoted student of life.
Natasha Crowther
Creating a more equal world by deconstructing white privilege. Educator. Get my free download: 55 White Privileges I Benefit From in 2024: https://zcmp.eu/uIHe
History's Mysteries and Living Conundrums
Writer/Author/Super-Reader, and old-school hard to impress fiercely independent journalist. “Older woman on life’s hamster wheel with pellets to drop.”
Aunty Jean
Constantly curious, dog-loving, anti-racism, politically progressive, book-loving, vegan lady. I want to keep learning every day, exploring other points of view
The Black Working Woman
A creative, honest, and unapologetic space curated by a Black woman working in corporate America for Black women working in corporate America.
Ceebla Cuud
Stay safe out there and do not accept to be treated badly. Most importantly, remember - you are never alone.
Darryl R. Scott
I'm a humble wordsmith pontificating about film, TV, pop culture and politics in these interesting times.
The Bottom Line with Tray
Novice freelance writer. A voice for the underdogs. A blog for critical thinkers. Follow me on IG: tblwt.___
Jessica Kiragu
Former therapist turned coach, consultant and writer. I mostly write about whiteness and how white people, like me, are connected to racism. hellowhiteness.com
Bren Kelly
Engaged in new Ideas and old Inequalities, dismantling the system in systemic, born on the 50th Anniversary of Women's Lib Day, still seeking injustices.
The_Mikes_On
I make a LIVING as a SaaS Entrepreneur. I try my best to make a DIFFERENCE by reducing racism in the United States.
Raffey
Rural America is my home. I serve diner, gourmet, seven course, and homecooked thoughts — but spare me chain food served on thoughtless trains of thought.
Jan Blount
Educated, but averse to sophistry. I write about what I know, what angers me and what moves me. I ponder about race, politics, and whether true love exists.
RAW
A Piscean, Centennial baby giving ‘real and wise’ opinions about all things personal, spiritual, and philosophical including anti-black racism and mental health
Jim Bauman
I'm a retired linguist who believes in the power of language and languages to amuse and inform and to keep me cranking away.
Gochi Ez
I write on topics like life, self improvement , relationships, mental health, spirituality, etc. Buy me a coffee. Thanks 👉https://www.buymeacoffee.com/gochi👈
Pamela Denise Long
Justice happens through you. -Denise Opinions Mine. All Posts Copyright 2023 Pamela Denise Long. All rights reserved. Twitter: @PDeniseLong
Dwayne Wong (Omowale)
I am a Pan-Africanist activist, historian, and author. I am also certified in CompTIA Security +
Mwangi Wanjau
Freelance writer & Professional Blogger | Creating a billboard of thoughts, ideas, and opinions.
Ntathu Allen (she/her)
Let's meditate and start our day with self-love, tender care, and collective kindness Get your 21 self-love affirmations =>bit.ly/42g2MF5
Bloom 🌺
I write and enjoy the world of allegory, female aging, relationship lessons, race predicaments and much more. Hopefully, at least one of my musings resonates!
Shamar M
27. Based in the UK. PG DIP HR Management. Chief of publication The First Time. Editor in About Me Stories.
Ewuare X. Osayande
Author, Black Phoenix Uprising | Juris Doctorate Candidate | Founder, ORIJIN, a racial equity consultancy. Learn more about his work at osayande.org.
Manny Otiko
Manny Otiko writes about race, politics and sports. He has been published in Salon and LA Weekly. Follow him on Twitter @mannyotiko.
Ivylockewrites
They call me “the voice of the people,” but I can only speak for myself. Find "Everything Ivy" here >> https://linktr.ee/IvyLockeWrites
Lazenya Weekes-Richemond
I write about social justice, racial justice and equity, often through a public health lens and always from a Black woman’s perspective.
Rui Alves
Language teacher, linguist, life coach, published author (joined the Army and worked for the EU). A publisher, digital ronin, musician and alchemist of sound.
Obinna Uruakpa
I am your Brother and a Seeker of the Infinite. I came this time among the Igbos. I share the sights, sounds, and scents of my journey in simple stories. .
Chimére L. Sweeney
A Long Covid advocate, writer, media personality, and consultant with a focus on Black Long Covid patient communities.
Natalie S. Ohio
British-Nigerian LGBTQ writer raised in Spain, with a penchant for Social Anthropology, Intersectional Identity, & the Queer Experience 🏳️🌈🌍🌸
Tai Salih E-RYT® 500, YACEP® (she/her)
Non-profit Founder @redmaat_collective | Integrative Counsellor @redmaat_healing | Social justice, writer, yogi @red_maat
Dana P. Saxon
An educator and a researcher. Living that Black expat life. Eating red velvet cake. Learn more and support my work at ancestors-unknown.org.
Wayne Ince
I write about social justice, mental health , politics, and marginalized communities. Founder and Editor of BreakingRanks. PHI THETA KAPPA
Sir Charles
I tell stories about my interesting life. I have some opinions. Subscribe to my newsletter to become besties: https://sircharles.substack.com
G Correia
Taking up space and proud to be average | Writing about life and trying to make sense of it all | Editor of Freethinkr | Maker of pancakes
Pax Ahimsa Gethen
Queer agender trans male. Black vegan atheist, pacifist. funcrunch.org, patreon.com/funcrunch
Rudo Manomano
A young female blogger | science student | passionate about community, life and personal development
Anthony G. Baxter, PhD
I critique our society’s dominant discourses (e.g., monotheism, racism, sexism, elitism, nativism) to guard against dogma, tyranny, and inspire free thinking!
Laurel Sibanda
Here to be honest. Mostly writing about healing work, spirituality, self-love, love and all other human lessons and blessings. https://linktr.ee/laurelwriter
Me and My Muse
A Londoner, essayist, crime fiction writer, humanitarian, avid reader. Writing about 'womanist' topics, race, gender, society, and what's important worldwide.
Thesna Aston
Writer-The complexities of life are simplified through my Writing. Wellness Coach, Human Rights Activist. Grateful for my life and family. Writing is healing
Malik Randolph
I like to write and listen to creative/philosophical stories of all kinds. A firm believer of sewing divinity into our practical lives. Anthropologist.
Story World
A place for short and captivating stories. We cater to your diverse interests with an array of tales. Join us and emba
Ted S.
Passionate about writing and internet culture. I explore and analyze social phenomena related to the web. For gigs contact sukuboteddy@gmail.com
Edwina Owens Elliott
Illustrator, graphic designer, indie author. A creature of habit but our evolution continues.
Katharine Valentino
Still trying for the words to help us do and feel good things. Owner of Free Amazon Reviews for Your Featured Book. Writer of memoirs & political/social issues.
Jason Toh
Writer on mindset, life, self-improvement, psychology, mental health, science, storytelling and etc
Leona Crimsyn ✨
Sapphic, neuro-spicy, introverted, multi-ethnic woman | Resource Page: https://bio.site/TheTricksterAlliance | Email: thetricksteralliance@gmail.com
Robyn
Writing about all things related to pop culture, social issues, faith and intersectional feminism.
Bklyn Lyfe Speaks
Creator of podcast "Professional Pimpology" & Youtube Channel "Bklyn L.Y.F.E & DIYs". All I'm trying to do, is unf*ck my life. #mentalhealth #blackculture
Elwood Watson, Ph.D.
Historian, Syndicated Columnist, Public Speaker, Social-Cultural Critic. Professor of Black Studies and Gender Studies, at East Tennessee State University.