Black History Month Selection-Poetry by Henry Jones

BIO: Henry Jones is an African-American poet, activist and visual artist. As a writer and artist, he explores the forces which shape society. Urban life inspires much of his work. His paintings and artwork have been exhibited in galleries, schools, universities, cultural centers, and other public institutions throughout the U.S. LITTLE BLACK MAN Hoping this [...]

Avoiding the “Angry Black Woman” Syndrome

Guest post: By J. Brown Banks Though I love being a woman of color, we sometimes have a hard road to travel . Sisters are often misunderstood. Our men (and other cultures) often view us as being “too strong“, and yet ironically, many of us have had to “be” strong in order to head single-parent [...]

Feminine in Black

Feminine in Black 　Your Shona beauty shines softly, boldly Vicki Ward 2002 Its intensity makes me gasp My eyes bathe in your rich ebony color, Your smooth texture The polished stone you are. Your image is striking and bold Reflects what is within me. You are above all else, feminine. What appears as a pose isn’t [...]