Yolanda V. Acree is the founder of Black Minimalists and believer in Black liberation. She is part of a growing group of People of Color who choose to live simply,…
SafiahFebruary 13, 2018
New Jersey-based entrepreneur, Kim Hester and her husband Jamal, decided that Self-Directed Education is the best way for them to give their daughter, SaHura, a shot at confident autonomy. They’re…
SafiahFebruary 10, 2018
In this episode, Ieishah Clelland talks to us about transience, self-mothering, and the importance of forgiving ourselves. We’re talking about healing work that happens through parenting as well, and you’ll…
SafiahJanuary 25, 2018
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SafiahJanuary 23, 2018
In this episode, Atlanta-based SDE facilitator and education entrepreneur, Anthony Galloway II, speaks on moving past the mental aspect of self-care over to the literal practice. You’ll also learn about…
SafiahJanuary 15, 2018
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SafiahJanuary 1, 2018
In this episode, Atlanta activist ZAHRA ALABANZA talks about how her bike and her passport give afford her the messy divinity of mothering and activism. #POCinSDE
SafiahDecember 27, 2017
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SafiahDecember 21, 2017
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SafiahDecember 13, 2017
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SafiahNovember 29, 2017
