If you are American you know how deep the issues of racism and ethnic shaming run in this country. That leaves many in a constant state of explaining, and at times even justifying their identity. In a country where people … Continue reading
In the year 1993, 25 years ago, Dr. Maria P. P. Root wrote the Bill of Rights for People of Mixed Heritage, a ground-breaking document to empower people of mixed heritage to assert their identities, whatever that might be. In … Continue reading
I never thought I would be “coming out” because I was never hiding. I was born and raised in the Dominican Republic, where identifying as simply “Dominican” was the norm — and still is, if you come from Latin America. … Continue reading
When it comes to race, ethnicity, origin and the way people identify themselves there is always controversy, especially when it comes to American Latinos. Now that the term Afro-Latino has been adopted by many and its use has become more … Continue reading
As an immigrant to this country I’ve always found comfort in knowing who I am and where I come from. Having a solid identity has helped me navigate in a culture that was new and multilayered. Even before having my … Continue reading