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Black. Southern. Lesbian. Cultural Strategist & Curator. Revolutionary Soul Singer. Auntie. ED of @SisterSong_WOC Sexual & Reproductive Justice #trustblackwomen
Aug 12, 2021 9 tweets 2 min read
I love Black love. I love Black joy. I'm here for Black brilliance. But I want to take a moment to talk about something that we clearly need to talk about more:

Black vulnerability.

1/9 Image I am still thinking about the backlash @Simone_Biles & Naomi got for their decisions to take the time they needed for themselves. This is a reminder of the stigma that still exists around mental health.

And for Black women, this is especially intense.

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