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Amanda J Edwin

Nov 12, 2020

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Racism and Self-Expression

Redefining How I See Myself in a Society That Defines People by Skin Colour

How BLM forced me to see myself through a different coloured-lens

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Amanda J Edwin

Amanda J Edwin

Hi👋I am a teacher, paralegal & writer | Exploring my inner voice | Writing: self-development, education, and life. Head on over to👉 amandaedwin.com for more.

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