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14 Canadian Organizations to Donate to in the Fight Against Anti-Black Racism
June 03, 2020 at 10:22PM Systemic and institutionalized racism is a very real problem here in Canada. Aside from educating yourself on anti-Black racism, supporting Black-owned businesses, attending protests and speaking out about injustice, donating to worthy causes and organizations (if you’re able) is a key way to make a difference. Read on for a list of organizations and funds supporting Black communities in Canada that you can donate to. Black Women in Motion Black Women in Motion is a Toronto-based youth-led organization that empowers and supports the advancement of Black womxn and survivors of sexual violence. The group works within “an anti-racist, intersectional feminist, trauma-informed and survivor-centred framework to create culturally-relevant content, educational tools, healing spaces and economic opportunities for black womxn.” Donate to their mission here. Black Artists Network Dialogue Black Artists Network in Dialogue (BAND) is dedicated to supporting, documenting and showcasing the artistic and cultural contributions of Black artists and cultural workers in Canada and internationally. Its gallery space in Toronto is dedicated to developing emerging artists, curators and administrators by providing an accessible venue to showcase their work to the general public, while its Quarterly Canadian Culture Series encourages dialogue on current events among Black artists, cultural workers and the larger society. Donate to the art organization here. Black Health Alliance Working to improve the health and wellbeing of Black communities, the Black Health Alliance’s mission is to reduce the racial disparities in health outcomes and to mobilize people and financial resources to create lasting
How Disability Styling Expert Stephanie Thomas is Using Fashion as a Form of Advocacy
June 03, 2020 at 10:03PM Los Angeles-based disability styling expert Stephanie Thomas has built a career around bringing style inclusivity to a worldwide audience. “In 2006, I went to a pet store and saw a Burberry-inspired trench coat for dogs,” she says. “I was just annoyed at that point. If I had a dog, I would have more clothing options for it than I would have if I were the parent of a child who has a seated body type and uses a wheelchair for mobility.” In 1992, Thomas began researching clothing and retail trends for people with disabilities. This eventually led to her creating the Disability Fashion Styling System, a three-point guide that allows the differently abled to better understand how to approach dressing while learning more about the brands, innovations and people bringing fashion to those with largely underserved needs. She also founded her media platform, Cur8able, in 2015 and wrote a textbook titled Fitting In: The Social Implications of Fashion and Dressing With Disabilities. “Fashion is a powerful tool in my tool box to fight discrimination against people with disabilities and to challenge and educate people who probably unknowingly have ableist views,” she says. View this post on Instagram It’s a Wrap!! @zapposadaptive another fun shoot! Day 2 Models: @dgstyle @chauntallewis @itslololove #models #disabilities #wheelchairs #inclusive #amputee #fashion #customers #photoshoot A post shared by Stephanie Thomas (@disabilityfashionstylist) on May 3, 2019 at 10:23pm PDT //www.instagram.com/embed.js Though Thomas, who is a congenital amputee, has given a TEDx Talk
These Lightweight Pants Are Perfect For Summer, and on Sale For $24
June 03, 2020 at 10:05PM Recently, I upgraded my loungewear collection with a number of matching sweats. Then, as much as I loved them, I hit a wall and felt like I needed to find some real pants. I think the sentiment I shared with coworkers was something like, “I have got to find some real pants.” Maybe a curse word was in there somewhere, too. I headed over to Old Navy and scrolled through over 400 pairs of pants until I found a pair that looked like they had promise. The Mid-Rise Soft-Twill Utility Pants ($24, originally $40) were exactly what I was looking for – soft, cute, and perfect for Summer. As soon as they arrived, I ripped them out of the bag and slipped them on because I wanted to know how they stacked up. Here are the details! Related: Our Editors' Top 5 Picks From the Cozy Section at Old Navy More Celeb News Author Rebecca Brown | Popsugar Selected by CWC
Maya Magal London – Solid Gold Collection
Solid gold pieces are perfect for stacking and layering to suit any occasions. — Read on mayamagal.co.uk/collections/solid-gold-collection
How To Find A Pro Bono Lawyer If You’re Arrested During a Protest
June 03, 2020 at 09:27PM Lawyers are stepping up to provide free legal services to protestors. Here’s how to locate one in your area. Continue Reading… Author | Elle Selected by CWC
Bolognese with Zoodles
June 03, 2020 at 09:00PM This is my nutritious pasta alternative that leaves you feeling satisfied, and packs a sneaky serve of veggies. Zoodles are simply zucchini, spiralised into thin strips to resemble spaghetti. You can also try mixing it up and using half zoodles and half pasta! Time to cook: 30 minutes Serves: 4 The post Bolognese with Zoodles appeared first on JSHealth. Continue Reading… Author jessicasepel | JessicaSepel Selected by CWC
People Are Protesting the Unjust Death of George Floyd
June 03, 2020 at 08:00PM Here’s what to know and how to help. Continue Reading… Author | Elle Selected by CWC
9 Pride-Themed Products to Celebrate Pride Month 2020
June 03, 2020 at 07:53PM Pride Month is officially underway and although celebrations might look a little different this year, they’re certainly still going ahead in style. Each year, brands release limited edition collections to mark the occasion and this year is no different. Plus, in case you needed any more of an incentive to make a purchase, many of the Pride products have a charitable component attached to them via a donation to an LGBTQ organization. Scroll through the gallery below for nine products– from clothes to beauty buys and sports accessories – to celebrate Pride Month 2020: <div class="sjm-attachment-carousel–header gallery-container–default" data-slick='{"speed":400,"adaptiveHeight":true,"variableWidth":false,"centerMode":true,"centerPadding":"0","slidesToShow":1,"lazyLoad":"ondemand","prevArrow":"Previous”,”nextArrow”:”Next”}’ data-simplemodal=’false’ > 1/9 Peloton Pride Pace Breaker Short ($95, Peloton x Lululemon) Designed in partnership with Lululemon, these moisture-wicking, lightweight shorts are an easy way to inject a little Pride into your workout wardrobe. Plus, 20% of the sale profits from Peloton’s entire Pride collection will be donated to the Ali Forney Centre – the largest LGBT community centre in the US. Buy Now 2/9 Converse Pride Chuck Taylor All Star High Top ($75, Converse) Converse’s iconic Chuck Taylor gets a rainbow makeover this month to celebrate Pride. The brand says the shoe is “a celebration of inclusivity and pride, in all its forms and colours” and “expands to include brown and black stripes – representing the power of diversity and inclusion.” Buy Now 3/9 PUMA x Cara Delevingne Pride Graphic Tee ($32, PUMA) Sportswear giant PUMA has teamed up with ambassador Cara Delevingne on the ‘From
Halima Aden Created a Line of Hijab Face Mask Sets, and She’s Donating Them, Too
June 03, 2020 at 07:01PM Model Halima Aden has teamed up with Anywear to create a capsule of hijabs, face-covering sets, and turbans. The brand’s Banding Together Project is a line of adjustable headbands for healthcare workers and was created with Allure. Anywear had previously teamed up with hairstylist Chris McMillan and makeup artist Daniel Martin. Now, cofounders Emily Shippee and Adi-Lee Cohen have joined hands with Halima to create the line of specifically designed face masks. Many fashion brands have pivoted their strategy to create face masks during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, but not all have thoughtfully considered front-line workers from different faiths. While hijabi doctors and nurses have been using standard-issue face masks, the masks don’t take into consideration headscarves and facial coverings. “Instead of the medical masks clasping behind the ears, they clip securely (and still safely, providing the right amount of coverage necessary) to the buttons on the headband or medical cap. We wanted to be inclusive as that’s the main pillar of our values as a brand,” Emily said to POPSUGAR. “All of the items are made to order because we are striving to eliminate textile waste in the industry, which contributes to climate change. Halima, having formerly worked in a hospital, along with her platform and values, made the collaboration a no-brainer.” The fabric masks, hijabs, and turbans are all made from organic fabrics and can be used as a barrier to cover the N95 / medical masks. They are all reusable and