India Renae Hunter, MPH, MSW. she, her, hers. Trained Doula. Black Health and Equity
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Columbus Short's character on scandal was killed off because he, in real life, beat the sh*t out of his wife. He was charged in '22 with domestic violence and child endangerment, and this is after his TWO previous wives accused him of DV.
We don't give a FUCK about what he says
TW: SA, child abuse
Not only is this so beyond disgusting and evil, the fact that they state it's the largest reported settlement in the country for McDonald's employees and r*pe/SA cases, it really makes my blood boil!!!! Not because of the amount but because there are enough
McDonald's hired a registered sex offender as a manager who then raped a 14-year-old employee at a Pittsburgh, PA location.
McDonalds and the franchisee have agreed to a settlement of $4.35 million
Please don't let this moment for Gaza be a repeat of 2020's "racial reckoning". Y'all ordered a bunch of books you never cracked open, donated a few times, posted a black square, and then got back to being comfortable. This is really a pivotal moment that could be +, if we're fr
There are men in a thread telling us that they put earwax on their fingers before they touch us to see if we have an STD/STI....I don't want a single one of you to touch me again!
Ehhh. If y'all can't see the connection between the rise in kids becoming criminals and the blatant disinvestment in youth services, idk what to do at this point. This is the same sort of rhetoric that was pushed for the "war on drugs" that has led to mass incarceration
Monkeypox is still very much a thing but those who are of high risks (MSM, LGBTQ) mobilized their people, took ownership of the community outreach, and used it to educate and vaccinate their communities. Funny how effective public health strategies work 🌚
There is nothing different about the anatomy of Black women. We are dying in childbirth because of racism, in and out of the hospital systems. Saying things like this just perpetuates that same racism.
Signed a Doula and Maternal and Child Health Specialist
@heyyitsjanea
She said "I just started working with they/them and wanna make sure to be respectful of your pronouns". Awww I love that. Also She/She is hilarious 🤣
The Palestinian people don't deserve the fickle support. They deserve solidarity that is active, intentional, and consistent. Us Black Folk can all vouch that the response in 2020 was different but the outcome the same because no one is really bout it
Kids need creative outlets. These kids are coming off of not only the isolation of the Covid years, but also the underfunding of youth services. Kids can't even go to the movies anymore without an adult present in a lot of places. The kids are making bad decisions, no doubt
This thread will provide updates re: mobilization of global relief efforts in the wake of
#HurricaneBeryl
, with organizations from both the private and public sector. Special attention will be given to Carriacou, Petite Martinique, Barbados and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. 🧵
Mannnnnn....this man is struggling to get his words out without breathing all heavy, and you're talking about Lizzo's health?? The same Lizzo that can hit every note while dancing for 8 mins straight and give us a flute break? The call is coming from inside the house.
The "sympathy" we received was empty and it left us overwhelmed and disappointed fr. So IMAGINE the amount of devastation that must be for Palestinian people, whose oppression is much more extreme in this moment. Cut the BS fr and literally do something and keep doing it
AND THIS is exactly what I am talking about. Similarly, in 2020 I had a number of white peers reach out, ask me about my mental health, ask about the situation, ask how they can do better, and ask me how many of them have kept that same energy...the answer is 1.
My take on it:
Meg has been known to make pussy music. That is her brand. In the song, she's literally outlining what it's like to maintain her image and be depressed. I honestly don't think it's that hard to comprehend based on the lyrics, beat, and overall video concept
In childbirth, pain is not valorized; pain is a tool. It helps the mom/birthing person sense transitions, complications, etc. You might not get "points" for not getting one, and I'm not villianizing the epidural either, but pain has a purpose in the birthing space.
You win zero points for not getting an epidural. (Clearly, if you DON'T one that should be respected too.) Why is childbirth the only medical procedure where we valorize pain? It's so ludicrous and we need to stop perpetuating this nonsense.
"Purposefully date" is an interesting way to characterize young girls being groomed, conditioned, and coerced into dating older men. It's like y'all are oblivious to this very real part of American culture which is weird
AND THIS is exactly what I am talking about. Similarly, in 2020 I had a number of white peers reach out, ask me about my mental health, ask about the situation, ask how they can do better, and ask me how many of them have kept that same energy...the answer is 1.
But it's because they have little to no support, and all the fun creative things that we're available to us are no more. Everything extracurricular costs money no and days and then when the kids get together and learn how to thrive off adrenaline, this is the result
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@TheJobfather__
After watching this, I don't think this is a real story. There's this trend on tik tok of people telling stories that are super outrageous getting you really invested and then at the very end trying to sell you a product. And in this instance it's the hoodie...
"it's not that serious, relax" okay. Then why is one of the most listened to radio shows in the Black community discussing it? A lot of you are Charlemagne!
Also, just so y'all know. This is not a call for NO accountability for these kids' actions. It's moreso a critique of the current accountability mechanisms, how prison and punitive punishments have never yielded results that prove it improves community safety, quite the opposite
I see this thread is getting a lot of attention and so I am going to hold myself accountable and try my best to include resources on tangible ways we can achieve this.
I don't claim to know everything, so please bare w/me as I try to ensure I am posting accurate & useful info
First off, I want people to be mindful as they engage with Palestinian Activists, People, and content creators. Some have capacity and some don't. I'd encourage reaching out to those who have made it clear that it's welcome to engage with them.
@123itsmeMary
Not only weight, but so many factors of health. I'm high risk for stroke and my cholesterol is high, even though I eat what is recommended, work out, etc. it's family history
I actually despise seeing Black People marrying yt folks or non-Black pocs and jumping the broom. I'm sorry but I'm absolutely not for it. The jumping of the broom is such a sacred element to African American tradition... I'm not for it
There I can for sure name 7 people who reached out directly. List count of the dms via social media. They used to send money "to be a good ally." Where is the money now 💀 how were the book recs you asked for? How are you actively using your privilege to dismantle WS? QUICKLY
We need to understand how our elected officials are voting, and shake the table. If I find verified, organized efforts on calls to action/letter writing campaigns, I'll post them here. But here's a thread of the vote for funding from Congress
House is voting NOW on the resolution in support of Israel. Almost every member of the House is cosponsoring it. Will be threading any no votes here. For background on what's in the resolution:
Many companies are complicit in Israel’s genocidal war against 2.3 million Palestinians in Gaza. All peaceful popular efforts, including boycott and divestment, to hold these entities accountable for their support of Israel’s crimes against Palestinians are justified.
#BDS
I learned from a creator maybe a year or two ago that vegan leather is absolutely not a sustainable alternative at all. In actuality, it's filling landfills more than it's fulfilling clothing needs
Yes and to add to what she said, Cinco de Mayo became wildly popular in the 60s and 70s here in the US because of the Chicano movement. They started raising awareness of the day because Cinco De Mayo represents resistance, and was in tandem with the Black Power movement. 1/🧵
I met her aunt, who is the first African American woman to be appointed dean of a Medical School in the US, and she introduced herself as Diana Ross' sister..."or Tracee Ellis Ross' aunt, depending on your generation"
I think having restorative justice practices such as making the kids work for the damages they have caused from theft would be a good option. But in order to do that, we need community members willing to open their stores as outlets for this which will be a barrier
@GoddessL_
I'll send some money when I get paid next week! Also a good idea would be factor in some community service while you're there! The natives to the island would appreciate it and I think it would be a great immersive experience for your ☀️
There I can for sure name 7 people who reached out directly. List count of the dms via social media. They used to send money "to be a good ally." Where is the money now 💀 how were the book recs you asked for? How are you actively using your privilege to dismantle WS? QUICKLY
@AyeeYooKee
@baldhead_Tay
@ValerieComplex
I know a lot of people who joined the military and walked away with nothing so there's also that lol maybe your success isn't because of the military and moreso because of you
@Jerrythekid21
That man's name is James Hall, and the same Internet you posted this on is saying he is worth more than you. Just thought you should know lol
@KatimaMoo
@SoftGhetto__
Yea, not even offended fr. Moreso just wondering what she thought was gonna happen. She kept saying her hair is thin on the top, so I just wonder why she thought it'll work lol
@debaldgyal
@LADDY__BEE
I work with moms too and I will say I understand what you're saying but I also don't know if it's a reasonable assumption to make and I'm not going to because it further stigmatizes Postpartum mood disorders.
I also think asking the actual victims what they think would be a proper consequence is a good option as well and also creating aftercare for the victims. Sending kids to jail doesn't make them feel safe and not traumatized, especially when it can still happen to them
@melaninmamis
I need people in the comments to understand dilation died not equal labor. Let's start there folks ❤️ this is beautiful. The third trimester is a very uncomfortable time for Mamas, I'm glad the braider understood!
There hasn't been much press about the response because of course no one cares about marginalized communities doing something well, But I was able to find this article out of Nevada.
@fdondi1
This is why the universities are allowing pro Palestinian protests because people at university have enough critical thinking skills to know the difference between supporting an oppressed people vs supporting terrorism. Hope this helps
My dad just called me on Facebook messenger. May not be a big deal fr, but that was the first time HE has been able to call me himself since 2016. I always have to talk through my mom. My sister got him a tablet and now he's back on Facebook and calling us by himself 🥺❤️