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Culture, music, art, fashion and social justice from Africa, the diaspora and beyond.
FestivalEver heard of Harlem Cultural Festival 1969?
Ever heard of Harlem Cultural Festival 1969? Probably not. And it’s a disgrace. But did you hear about ‘Woodstock’ the same year ‘1969’; the summer of love? Yea.. most likely.…
GeneralHoe terroristen door wit privilege het belangrijkste gebouw van de VS konden aanvallen
Gisteravond waren alle ogen weer eens gericht op de Verenigde Staten. Mocht je het om een of andere reden gemist hebben: extreemrechtse terroristen hebben het Capitool…
GeneralFraming in de media door o.a geen stijl en de telegraaf
De afgelopen weken wordt er in de media veel gepraat over racisme, Black Lives Matter en de man die door het hele medialandschap nauwkeurig in de gaten wordt gehouden: Akwasi.…
GeneralRacism does exist in the NL and I am tired
I am tired. For people that think “Ow this doesn't happen here, Racism doesn't exist in the Netherlands ”. I am tired of you. Of you closing your eyes for the injustice that is…
GeneralSudanUprising
Protest leaders in Sudan have agreed to end the general strike that brought Khartoum to a standstill this week and are willing to resume power-sharing talks with the ruling…
GeneralChange the game!
Model Halima Aden made Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue history by becoming the first Muslim woman to wear a hijab and burkini in the magazine. “This is literally a dream come…
GeneralGreen book
What to do on a Sunday afternoon? Netflix & chill maybe? Green book is a must-see! Dr. Don Shirley, a world-class African-American pianist, is about to embark on a concert tour…
GeneralNo survivors, ET 302
Ethiopian Airlines operated Flight ET302 that crashed shortly after taking off from Addis Ababa this morning, killing everyone on board. Accident Bulletin no. 2 Issued on march…
GeneralWe all need a friend like Nore
Cause Nore Davis will teach us about toxic masculinity. So who ever thought you can't have a good old laugh about this subject is wrong. Watch as Nore is telling his experience…
GeneralPowerful Poetry about the stigma of Black Boys showing emotions
Poetry by Londen based artist Iggy LDN. Black Boys Don't Cry. Just listen and let the visuals and words inspire you.
GeneralHow Inside Circle saved Eldra Jackson's life
Leading up to the Talkshow: Black men don't cry. We are sharing interesting videos, articles and facts about the subject. This time it's an interesting TedTalk about toxic…
General#BlackBoyJoy highlighting the vulnerable and joyous side of black men
The subject for the upcoming The Alkebulan Talkshow is here: Black Men Don't Cry. Sounds very interesting right?! To get ourselves ready for the talkshow we will highlight some…