Meaningful Representation in Modern Media
Positive representation of people of color in modern media has become more mainstream with television shows like Scandal on ABC, yet there is still a need for more shows and movies featuring people of color as lead characters. Television shows with casts of color like Being…
Police Brutality Against Black Women: A Place To Begin
The term police brutality is gaining a lot of popularity in the media right now, but in reality this has long been an issue black women face in the United States. To start off, the Black Law online dictionary gives…
Violence Against Women of Color and Womanist Healing in Media
Representations of violence against Black and Brown women in the media have become prevalent to the point of normalization. This curated collection of sources highlights how violence against Black and Brown women is portrayed in the media, as well as how…
The Broken Narrative of Black Women in Media
American media has helped to create a very narrow perception of black women, and they are forced to squeeze into one of the few “personalities” that have been constructed for them. These sources outline some of the most prominent stereotypes…
Age-Specific Resources for Trans Women of Color
The resources here are intended to provide support and information on various topics that are particularly relevant to trans people, such as healthcare, legal rights, and advocacy groups. The resources are categorized by age because we all experience life differently…
Artistic Expression and Trans Women of Color
From art to dance to documentary, this section focuses on artistic expression. Linking together upcoming artists and well established celebrities, this collection seeks to understand trans women’s influences on pop culture from both within the United States and from an…