Holi, the Hindu Festival of Colors versus the Color Run: Appreciation or Appropriation?
From Voices Staff – The Hindu festival of Holi is known around the world for is joy and colorful celebrations. Here we’ve collected resources to learn more about the festival. We also consider the thin line between appreciation and appropriation when it comes to celebrating the festival – or an event like it.
From The Splendid Table – Author and educator Grace Lee shares the legacy of Chinatowns across the country, how Covid-19 has affected these communities and
A White Woman Slapped My Mom On a Seattle Bus. She Picked On The Wrong Woman
From KUOW RadioActive Youth Media – In this piece from 2018, high school student Kenny Ou shares this story of how his mother inspired him to stand up to the racism he encounters on his own life.
Irish Heritage Sites In and Around Seattle for St. Patrick’s Day
From Curbed – As St. Patrick’s Day nears, its important to reflect on Seattle’s Irish connection. Turns out there are many! This 2019 listing from Curbed Seattle highlights Irish heritage sites in the Pacific Northwest.
The ‘Pie Designer’ Baking Up a Diverse Vision of America
From Atlas Obscura – In honor of Pi Day we wanted to highlight this story about pie designer Lauren Ko who creates amazing pies inspired by the many cultural experiences that make up America.
How Did Chop Suey Become a Staple of Chinese American Cuisine?
From Catapult – Cartoonist Shing Yin Khor explores the history and significance of Chop Suey and addresses the question of whether the dish is “authentic” launching into a critique of the very idea of authenticity itself.
From YES! Magazine – Leah Penniman looks to the cultural wisdom of Yoruba traditions and other Afro-Indigenous traditions to rekindle a sacred relationship between humanity and the earth.
The Blindians: Black and Indian Couples Reflect On Kamala Harris and Anti-Blackness Among South Asian Americans
From American Kahani – The “Blindian Project” is a platform that highlights the stories of Black and Indian (and more broadly South Asian) couples and the unique ways they navigate family, culture and relationships.
Seedcast: On Home and Belonging for Black and Indigenous Peoples
From South Seattle Emerald – Wa Na Wari Co-founder Inye Wokoma reflects on his Black and Pan-African heritage and explores philosophical questions of Black and Indigenous identity.
