Published in 2022 on IMDb Image sourced from https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8850576/ General Description The poster for the documentary film “Women of the White Buffalo” prominently features a Native American woman with long, dark hair. Her face is painted with the American flag in the shape of a hand over her mouth, symbolizing themes of silencing and oppression….
Published in October 2023 by The Guardian Click here to read the article Brief Overview Australians overwhelmingly rejected a proposal to recognize Aboriginal people in the constitution and establish an advisory body for parliament, known as the “Voice to Parliament,” on October 14, 2023. This outcome is seen as a significant setback for Indigenous advocates…
Published in November 2023 by BBC Brief Overview This BBC Union piece explores the devastating impact of the Irish Famine on Ireland, explaining how it fundamentally shaped the country’s social, political, and linguistic landscape. It details the tragic circumstances, the government’s inadequate response, and the lasting consequences of the famine. Highlights Discover more on this…
Published in November 2023 by Reuters Short Summary Ghana’s President Nana Akufo-Addo called for financial reparations from European nations for the transatlantic slave trade at the first day of a reparations conference in Accra, Ghana. He also stressed the need for a formal apology from the countries involved. The conference aims to create an Africa…
Published in November 2023 by Reuters Brief Overview King Charles expressed regret for colonial era abuses in Kenya, but some critics say it’s not enough, calling for a full apology and reparations. Highlights Discover more on this topic:
Published in November 2023 by BBC News Brief Overview King Charles expressed “great sorrow and regret” for the violence inflicted upon Kenyans by British forces during their independence movement in the 1950s. While he acknowledged the “abhorrent and unjustifiable” acts, he did not offer a formal apology. Highlights Discover more on this topic:
Published in November 2023 by The Guardian Click here to read the article Brief Overview The African Union (AU) and the Caribbean Community (Caricom) formed a coalition during a summit in Ghana to press European nations for reparations for slavery. They announced a global reparations fund and emphasized the need for formal apologies and recognition…
Published in October 2023 by WhiteHouse.gov Click here to read Biden’s proclamation Brief Overview President Biden’s proclamation designates November 2023 as National Native American Heritage Month, honoring the contributions of Native peoples and committing to support Tribal sovereignty and prosperity. The proclamation acknowledges historical injustices against Native Americans and highlights the resilience and essential roles…
Published in June 2023 by Time Magazine Click here to read the article Brief overview The Supreme Court’s recent decision to eliminate affirmative action marks a setback for racial justice, likely leading to reduced Black and Hispanic enrollment in higher education. However, it provides an opportunity to revisit more ambitious strategies for achieving full racial…
