I anxiously check my phone every morning on updates in regard to Rittenhouse’s trial. And with each passing day, overheard conversations stating opposing views, and newfound media intel, I am reminded there are two different Americas. There is one that boasts, “freedom for all,” ensures justice, equal opportunity, wealth, and peace. And then there is […]
I think we are all familiar with critical race theory. Maybe we are not all aware of what it entails, but nearly all of us know the name. As of recently, it is really getting a bad rep. This is typically due to ignorant parents, politicians, and educators demanding that we stop “creating divides between […]
Regardless of what we discuss, there is always so much polarization. And because these polarizing opinions are always in regard to topics of social justice, equity, and more, most people, if not all, gravitate towards the one “right” answer. I mean yes, you are correct to say, “Black Lives Matter” and ignorant to say, “All […]
I have had this blog for over three months now, and still do not think I have properly introduced how I arrived here. Sure, my bio is a quick summary of my journey within social justice, however, it barely scratches the surface. So, over the past week, while I pondered different topics, I ended up […]
Monday was Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Similarly, to every other day or month dedicated to the celebration or recognition of a specific marginalized community, this day creates a breeding ground for performative activism and posts. And just as quickly as these “efforts” and concerns arise, they disappear by the time Tuesday rolls around. Yet we wonder […]
For nearly all of my posts for Rayze, it is my goal to call people in through educating, amplifying voices and experiences, and offering ongoing support. However, while I intended for today’s blog to entail some new political mess that dehumanizes minorities even further or continues to set fire to our world (quite literally), I […]
“Well, you seem like someone who would burn the American flag,” an old friend furiously texted me as we debated last summer’s protests against police brutality. “I wouldn’t burn the flag, but I am disappointed and furious with how this country treats Black people and have every right to be.” I replied as my blood […]
Over the past week, we have watched Texas unravel into chaos. From banning mask mandates to abortions, Texas’ politicians have officially reached a whole new level of idiocy. And while I would normally say ignorance, ignorance more often than not is a choice, especially when discussing rich, white, cisgender men, who have access to every […]
In honor of the beginning of a new school year, I want to dedicate this week’s blog to culturally responsive learning. And while, in this moment, I am writing this from the perspective of a teacher, adopting, accepting, and amplifying this learning style is not just important for educators, but for parents, staff members, and […]
I apologize for my absence, but as mentioned on Instagram, I needed some time. Time for what you may ask? Time to simply survive. And while I would love to share more on this topic, I recently posted this past Sunday on Messy Mindfulness about the past few weeks in greater detail and how I […]
Recently, we have been witnessing one natural disaster after another. And as I watch Jeff Bezos use his trillions to blast off into space in what I am assuming is an attempt to escape the worst that is yet to come, I can not help but feel incredibly angry. Angry that our country chooses to […]
Over the past year, specifically, ally has been the word to know. Social media platforms, celebrities, and more, all asking us how we can become better allies. Now, do not get me wrong, I am not mad about this (although I am incredibly frustrated that these calls to action only ever seem to be performative, […]
