I was recently reminded that as we go through life, we very easily become disconnected from the less fortunate. I have lived in the United […]
The Two Facets of the Same Coin: Culture and Self
Have you ever thought about writing about yourself? What would come first to mind? Is it possible that you have long thought of yourself as […]
5 Reasons to Learn Portuguese
Bom dia! (‘Good morning!’) Portuguese is the 5th most spoken language in the world, especially due to the Portuguese colonization across South America and Africa, […]
Building Bridges of Cultural Understanding: The Architects, Builders & Welders
Clearly etched in my mind are three incidences which occurred sometime in in September of 2010 that threatened social ease and deeply affected public discourse. […]
Basic Truths that Transcend Cultures
As I have grown older, traveled to different parts of the world and interacted with a wide spectrum of people, I now realize that some […]
Turning Point: Face to Face with Boots, Water Canons, Batons, Riot Police and Impunity
The fall of a strongman and the birth of a “new Egypt” where the rule of law prevails sends a loud message to oppressors and […]
Royalty Grooms Stardom: Meet Franchika Abey
I come from a culture where it is customary for the child(ren) to be seen and not heard. You queue into the living room and, […]
My Journey Home to the Motherland
An African American’s Quest to find her Identity By Sherry Lyons-Amos What does it mean to be African American? I have always pondered this. I […]
Heather Faison – Volunteering to Make a Difference in Cameroon
“Everybody has a story – everybody. And there is something to be learned from every experience, no matter what it is.” Oprah Winfrey. This quote […]
My Name is Innocent – What’s in a Name?
“My name is Innocent.” “…Come again… Did I hear that right – Innocent or Innocence?” “You’re damn right…” “Your mother actually named you ‘Innocent‘?” “What […]