In this episode of The KOKOBÉRNA Podcast, host Belinda Kokoeka Bassey Ephraim of KOKOBÉRNA.COM discusses the idea that All Lives Matter but with the clear understanding that Black Lives Matter too. We matter. She touches on various topics around the #BlackLivesMatter movement offering an intimate perspective on her personal experience in America.
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The KOKOBÉRNA Podcast is a weekly series hosted by Belinda Kokoeka Bassey Ephraim Founder and CEO of KOKOBÉRNA.COM - a contemporary West African beauty and heritage company. It is a chance to make a difference, to transcend mediocrity in the beauty business. A different kind of podcast that is 100% organically handmade. It is at the heart of my work in making change that I am proud of. We will discuss all things women, beauty, business, spirituality, meditation, and holistic well-being, among many other topics. No guests, no fancy production, and yes, I’ll be answering your questions about each episode, submitted by leaving a voice message
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Patrick Bosworth YouTube Video offering effective tips on how to connect with your elected officials to drive change in your communities. Watch the video.
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If we want to see the change we wish to see in the world outside, we must start inside. We must continue to challenge ourselves, and our community, to be better listeners and better advocates for one another. Understanding leads to true empathy and right action. No more microaggressions*. No more “racism doesn’t exist” statements.
Together, we must ACTION. Let’s do better TOGETHER. The time is now. Becoming a better ally begins with making a long-term commitment to educating yourself on the dynamic realities marginalized people face and showing up. We are sharing this guide for those with social privilege to understand the wide range of ways to use that privilege to help marginalized communities, with resources from articles to charitable causes to guide that journey—wherever you may be.
This personal growth work is ongoing, and difficult, yet necessary to create a world where everyone belongs. My hope is that through navigating this guide and reflecting on your reality, it will become easier for you to see, and believe, and say that #blacklivesmatter too. Activisim and Allyship Guide and a list of anti-racism resources
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*Microaggressions are a statement, action, or incident regarded as an instance of indirect, subtle, or unintentional discrimination against members of a marginalized group such as a racial, sexual, or ethnic minority.
