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Black Card Revoked

Editorial Team

Why is it we say we don’t want to be seen as a monolith but then try and take people’s “black card” away for not liking something that’s historically and/or often associated with “being black”?

Why does it feel like I have to be a completely different person at work?

We all know what code switching is in the Black community. Is it inevitable and needed in the work field, or have we blurred the lines between displaying professionalism and feeling forced to code switch? What is your definition of professionalism? What is your definition of code switching? What’s the difference to you?

‘Round Midnight Dinner

When I made up my mind that I wanted to quit my office job I told a few colleagues the news. Most people met me with excitement, others had a look of concern or worry on their faces. The question that I was asked most was “what are you going to do next?” or “what […]

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