Posts by Michelle Rodriguez
Daddreaming by Caela Collins
I saw him standing there and wondered what he was thinking. I often wonder what runs through people’s minds when they stare into that blank abyss in the distance that lays before them. He could’ve been thinking something deep & meaningful like him thankfully combining through his blessings. His mind might’ve been wandering the concrete…
Read MoreToday is Juneteenth by Caela Collins
Juneteenth: A poem by By & For contributor, Caela Collins.
Read MoreUsing Indigenous Culture in Fashion is Not an Aesthetic, It’s Appropriation
Photography, fashion, and other creative media that incorporate elements of a culture that does not belong to us creates a divide.
Read MoreOn The Boat in Victoria Harbor; A Comic by Anna Nguyen
Trigger Warning: This comic contains references to sexual assault and explores a survivor’s emotional journey. This piece is part of Breakthrough’s program By & For; An initiative to amplify the lived experiences of creative girls and gender non-conforming youth of color in authentic, nuanced, and respectful ways, and provide them with platforms to share their…
Read MoreWe fight for a liberated future
Dear friends, There is so much to unpack, so much we want to express and don’t have the words to say, knowing that sometimes words just are not enough. Almost a year has passed since the murder of George Floyd. Almost a year until reaching the final verdict: Derek Chauvin. Guilty. On three counts. Still,…
Read MoreBy & For: Powerful Women in Activism
Everyone has an active role to play in addressing society’s injustices. For activists that make this work a primary focus of their lives, that responsibility can sometimes be greater, challenging even, but evermore rewarding. These women women explain what their activism work means to them, the process of that work, and how they take time to recover.
Read MoreA Woman: Poem for International Women’s Day
Poem Kai Adia Women have the audacity to birth new worlds With passion and honey on their tongues. This world would not move without women, They hold up half the sky. Reaching with their arms, they shout FREEDOM Into the heavens Raising unsung heroes From history’s sullen shadows. What is a Woman? Intuitive Connecter Emotional…
Read MoreMeet Nia Asemota: Artist Contributor to By & For
Cover art by Nia Asemota Nia Asemota is a young artist, technical instructor for Black Girls CODE, and contributor to By & For. “My artwork is the epitome of my inner personality- bold lines and bright colors. Through my cartoon realistic pieces, I seek to pay tribute to my dynamic cultural heritage as an Afro-Latina…
Read MoreWhy Black Joy is Important According to 10 Young People
To demonstrate the power of Black joy, here are 9 Black people explaining what brings them joy and why Black joy is important to them; all participants answered the question: “What brings you joy right now? Why is joy important to you?”
Read MoreMental Health Issues Increase for Women and LGBTQIA+ Folx During COVID-19
Women and LGBTQIA+ folx are facing increased challenges in mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are some mental health resources to help navigate this difficult time.
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