We all have those iconic role models whose words, art, and revolutionary lives shape who we are and what we do today. This is a (slightly chronological) list of 8 historic figures who deeply influenced my colorism healing journey during my adolescence and as I was coming into young adulthood. It features the likes of Malcolm X, Alice Walker, Gwendolyn Brooks, and more. A great video for Black History Month or just for any random day of the year! The list is by no means meant to be comprehensive, so let me know in the comments who inspired or informed you about colorism. 
--- I launched Colorism Healing to raise critical awareness about #colorism by providing a hub of information and resources and to facilitate solutions and healing through creative and critical work.  
--- This initiative is unique because it has always focused on healing, self-care, and reconciliation, especially for black girls, black women, and other girls and women of color. 
--- My unpopular opinion, though, is that colorism affects all people regardless of their complexion, race, ethnicity, gender, or class. Therefore, everyone is responsible for helping to address the problem. However, I explain how it effects people quite differently based on those varying factors. Some people disproportionately benefit from this system and others are systemically marginalized. Some are zealous perpetrators while others are unwillingly complicit. 
--- As part of this mission, I’ve launched several initiatives, such as the Colorism Healing Writing Contest, and I invite you to explore more via the links below.  
Website: https://colorismhealing.com/ 
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/colorism/ 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colorismhealing/ 
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/colorismhealing 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/colorismhealing/  
Sincerely, 
Sarah

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