Do you steal from Black people?

don't just take, give neon sign

Do you steal from Black people? I imagine that if you are a white-bodied, regular reader of this site or you otherwise have a sustained interest in anti-racism work, you would probably say no. In fact, you might even horrified that, given all that you know, the question would even be asked of you. And …

Read more

I get by with a little help from my friends…BGIM needs you

silhouette of woman raising fist in victory backlit by the sun

We continue to find ourselves living in extraordinary times as we juggle the ongoing dual realities of both COVID-19 and economic disruptions, and I was hoping to avoid writing this post.  Typically toward the end of the year, I put out a reminder or two that this site—and our related social media work—all run on …

Read more

BGIM moving forward: Change is coming

After 13 years of writing this blog, I find myself at a crossroads, where honestly I wonder does this space continue to have value? More importantly, what is the impact of my words? Are white readers feeling led to do more in their local communities and does my work bring a sense of community to …

Read more