John on Colorism and Black Men's Mental and Emotional Health'

13/02/2020 15 min Episodio 4

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Episode Synopsis

Men on Colorism is A Video Series that focuses on the stories and perspectives of men on the subject of colorism and healing. Featured in this clip: John Lewis- being teased in school for being dark-skinned, called ugly; what does it mean to be identified as black or not; developing self-esteem over time; police encounters; black men and masculinity, mental health, emotional health, mentoring, role models.
--- 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/ 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colorismhealing/ 
Podcast: https://anchor.fm/colorismhealing 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/colorismhealing/  
Sincerely, 
Sarah  

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