The Boss’ Daughter

The Boss’ Daughter

By Amandla Karungi She walked through the front door of our office strutting in as if it was her own. “I hope your sister is not coming too,” I said to her in greeting. “How many of you shall we have here?” She had a car of her own. I was not...
Check Your Privilege

Check Your Privilege

By Sarah Jaravaza What is privilege? You might have heard about white privilege. Why are people talking about white privilege? If you follow anything to do with contemporary American politics, you will have heard that African American people in America are taking a...
We Are Turning One!

We Are Turning One!

By Amandla Karungi It has been almost one year since I gave birth, and I remember many firsts I have experienced since then. I can say for certain that the biggest change has been clarity in my priorities. Because of the so little time I have, every little bit is...
When They See Us

When They See Us

By Stella Damasus My son came home with a letter from school, for a family day event that was supposed to take place in his classroom. Unfortunately, neither my husband nor I could attend because we had to work that day. So we sent my oldest daughter Isabel, who is 20...