by Ali Kane | May 2, 2026 | History, Intersectionality, Profiles
Throughout United States history, immigrants from Asia and Pacific Islands have made significant contributions to the country, while also facing systemic and interpersonal discrimination. In particular, Asian women experience fetishization, while Asian men experience...
by Ali Kane | May 6, 2025 | History, Intersectionality, Profiles
During the month of May, we elevate the stories of immigrants from the Asian continent and Pacific islands. Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month has been recognized in May across the United States since the 1970s, commemorating the...
by Ali Kane | Mar 27, 2025 | History, Intersectionality, Profiles
Growing up, I was both encouraged to learn about women’s history through biographies and historical fiction. As the 1990s brought moderate progress in telling racially diverse stories, I began to understand how the abolition, women’s suffrage, civil rights, and...
by Ali Kane | Feb 18, 2025 | History, Intersectionality, Profiles
Queer people have always existed. Black LGBTQIA+ icons have always been powerful agents of change, challenging societal norms and paving the way for future generations. Yet, the stories of Black queer individuals are often the hardest to uncover as largely White,...
by Ali Kane | Feb 5, 2024 | History, Intersectionality, Profiles
Queer inclusion must always be intersectional. These Black LGBTQIA+ icons were important trailblazers in their time, breaking the barriers of race, gender, and sexuality. Their legacies continue to inspire us all to live authentic lives and commit ourselves to...
