
Coming Out To My Parents: The Pastor And First Lady (Part 1)
JaLissa Coffee shares the painful but ultimately redemptive story of coming out as a lesbian to her mother and father.
As Told To Veronica R. Wells
Apr 7, 201714 min read

I Was Called A Nigger In Africa
Even though she had heard about the street harassment, Brittany was surprised by what she heard in Morocco.
As Told To Veronica R. Wells
Mar 31, 20176 min read


God Told Me I Wouldn't Die From Breast Cancer And Then It Came Back
In 2009, my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer. During that time, she heard a message from God saying it wouldn't kill her. Then seven
As Told To Veronica R. Wells
Mar 24, 201711 min read


How Can I Say I Love Myself And Not Help Others? Phyllis Hyman On Employing Black People
In an interview with Ebony/Jet Magazine from 1987, Phyllis Hyman speaks about the importance of employing Black people as a Black woman in t
Veronica R. Wells
Mar 24, 20173 min read

The Deer, Georgina & Jordan Peele On The Importance of Black Women in "Get Out"
The movie has been out for nearly a month and there's still plenty to discuss, especially when it comes to Black women.
Veronica R. Wells
Mar 21, 20178 min read


Muslim Basketball Player Banned From Game Because of Her Hijab
Just as we celebrated the release of Nike's new athletic line for Muslim women, "Pro Hijab," we see just how far we still have to go when...
Veronica R. Wells
Mar 20, 20173 min read


Are Black Men To Blame For Black Women's Insecurities?
Tyrese, as he's been known to do, made some pretty hateful comments about [Black] women in reference to beauty standards. Rapper Rah...
Veronica R. Wells
Mar 19, 20178 min read


I Don’t Listen To “Forever My Lady” Because Of Him: A Story of Abuse And Survival
Charrisse recounts the physically abusive relationship she shared with her son's father, the lessons she learned and what she would tell
As Told To Veronica R. Wells
Mar 16, 201713 min read

Should You Text Him First?
Do the standards of men initiating conversation with a woman first still stand?
Veronica R. Wells
Feb 6, 20173 min read