For the Greater Good

Lately, it feels like every time you turn around, there’s a new boycott trending. Consumers are told to “vote with their wallets”—ditch brands that exploit workers, harm the environment, or roll back DEI initiatives, and instead support businesses that align with their values. But can individual choices really shake up the system, or is “ethical…

You’ve probably heard the term microaggression before—maybe in a workplace training or social media. But what does it actually mean?  The short answer: microaggressions are subtle (but harmful) comments or actions that reinforce stereotypes or make people feel othered. And while they might seem like no big deal to the person saying them, they can…

Social media has transformed how we consume news, making it easier than ever to stay informed—or misinformed. While platforms like TikTok, X, and Instagram have democratized information, they’ve also blurred the lines between professional journalism and casual content creation. As someone with a background in journalism, I believe this shift is significant. These platforms have…

When you hear the word intersectionality, what comes to mind? Maybe it feels like one of those academic buzzwords that people throw around, but here’s the truth: intersectionality is a powerful lens for understanding the world. Coined by scholar Kimberlé Crenshaw, it’s all about how different aspects of our identities—like race, gender, sexuality, or disability—overlap…