Meghan Markle Shares Powerful Graduation Speech: “When The Foundation is Broken, So Are We.”

June 04, 2020 at 03:53PM Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, shared an emotional video message to the graduating class at her former high school overnight, addressing the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and more and the issue of racism in the States and beyond. Meghan began the video by telling the class that she wasn’t sure what she could say to them following recent events. “I wanted to say the right thing. And I was really nervous that I wouldn’t, or that it would get picked apart and I realized the only wrong thing to say is to say nothing. Because George Floyd’s life mattered, and Breonna Taylor’s life mattered, and Philando Castile’s life mattered, and Tamir Rice’s life mattered, and so did so many other people whose names we know and whose names we don’t know. Stephon Clark, his life mattered.” Meghan also shared her own experience of witnessing the Los Angeles riots in 1992, and apologized to the graduating class “that we have not gotten the world to the place you deserve it to be.” Towards the end of her speech (which you can watch and read in full below), Markle touched on the hope she has in the next generation to make meaningful change. “Now all of that work [you’ve done over the past four years] gets activated. Now you get to be part of rebuilding. And I know sometimes people say how many times do we need to rebuild? Well, you know, we are

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The Anti-Racism Bookshelf: 29 Books That Support Racial Understanding

June 04, 2020 at 10:40AM Social media lit up with resources on the topic of racial struggles this last week. This is one of the bright-sided benefits of our fast-paced social media culture — we’re able to share in-depth resources with one another faster than ever. On Amazon this week, fifteen of the twenty best-sellers have to do with race relations. One of the longest and best lists we’ve come across is from this blog devoted to great book lists on a variety of topics. In a flash, the founder asked followers to help her generate the “ultimate bookshelf” of recommended reading on race and this was the result. Have suggested additions that have positively informed you? Leave them in the comments! Would you like to support small businesses in 2020? Check out this list of independent black-owned bookstores before you buy your top picks. Blindspot by Mahzarin R. Banaji & Anthony G. Greenwald How Does It Feel to Be a Problem? by Moustafa Bayoumi Why Are All The Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria? by Beverly Tatum “Walk into any racially mixed high school and you will see Black, White, and Latino youth clustered in their own groups. Is this self-segregation a problem to address or a coping strategy? Beverly Daniel Tatum, a renowned authority on the psychology of racism, argues that straight talk about our racial identities is essential if we are serious about enabling communication across racial and ethnic divides.” (Amazon) I’m Still Here by Austin Channing

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Dylan Minnette Workout Routine and Diet Plan [2020]

June 04, 2020 at 09:44AM Dylan Minnette Workout Routine and Diet Plan: Dylan Minnette is an actor, singer, and musician mostly known for his role in the Netflix original series 13 reason why. Now we have seen Dylan playing roles in many other movies like; open house, don’t breathe, and many others after, and one thing that still doesn’t change about Dylan is his lean body physique. If you want to learn more about the Dylan Minnette workout and diet plan, keep reading. Dylan Minnette Workout Routine and Diet Plan Table of Contents Dylan Minnette Body Stats Dylan Minnette Workout Routine Cardio Kickboxing Does his workout involve weight training? Dylan Minnette Diet Plan Dylan Minnette Body Stats Height 5 ft 8 inch Weight 68 kg Age 23 years Chest 40 inch Waist 31 inch Biceps 13.5 inch Also Read: Katherine Langford Workout Routine and Diet Plan Dylan Minnette Workout Routine The workout routine was as hard to find as the diet plan; he didn’t have shared any workout related information or a pic on his Instagram account. In interviews, Dylan  Minnette hasn’t been much open about his workout life, although I was able to scoop some information about what he does in his workout routine most of the time. Dylan Minnette workout also depends on the role he is doing, whether he needs to look lean, or he needs to look fit and bulky. For now, I will tell you what he was doing while shooting for the third season

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Avril Lavigne Workout Routine and Diet Plan [2020]

June 04, 2020 at 08:08AM Avril Lavigne Workout Routine and Diet Plan: Avril Lavigne is a singer and songwriter who gained success in her early teenage years. Currently, she is promoting and performing her songs from her new album Head above water. Avril had to reschedule the tour dates, just like other celebrities, and her fans were not so happy with that. Other than that, her songs and singing career, the star is known for her body physique as well. So if you are also a fan of Avril and want to learn more about the Avril Lavigne workout and diet plan, then keep reading. Avril Lavigne Workout Routine and Diet Plan Table of Contents Avril Lavigne Body Stats Avril Lavigne Workout Routine Spin class Yoga Avril Lavigne Diet Plan Avril Lavigne Body Stats Height 5 ft 2 inch Weight 50 kg Age 35 years Breast 33 inch Waist 24 inch Hips 34 inch Also Read: Billie Eilish Workout Routine and Diet Plan Avril Lavigne Workout Routine Now, there isn’t a single post that shows anything about her work out routine on her social media, all of the things I found out by the old resources from back days. So I’m only going to discuss those things, Avril Lavigne nowadays isn’t much into an intense workout routine, and she doesn’t follow an exercise routine. Avril Lavigne mostly focuses on performing and eating right to keep her health maintained; she did say in one of her interviews that she likes the

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These 30 Linen Summer Dresses Will Actually Keep You Cool in a Heatwave

June 04, 2020 at 07:00AM Looking put together in a heatwave is one of the trickiest styling obstacles, however the one thing that is always cool (in the literal and aesthetic sense) is a linen dress—and I’ve found 30 that I’m sure tick off every summer dress box. A word on how to style, though: My personal preference is to take tips from the likes of super-polished Eni, who always hits the right note with her styling. Don’t opt for anything overly fussy in terms of accessories and opt for barely-there sandals (if they match the colour of your dress then even better). While there are the more expensive options, I’ve also included some of my favourites from the high street. Just remember to shop for pieces you love and know you’ll wear. Keep going for the edit. Next up, the biggest spring/summer 2020 fashion trends you need to know.  Author Elinor Block | Whowhatwear Selected by CWC

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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

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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

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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

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Criteria To Evaluate The Right Health And Fitness Club

June 03, 2020 at 06:15PM The modern lives have become extremely challenging and exhausting. People have to work on getting the same energy and vigor to keep up with it. And what better way to achieve that besides a fitness club? They are well-equipped, have professional health trainers, and can help draw a health improvement plan for you. Hence, pulling […] The post Criteria To Evaluate The Right Health And Fitness Club appeared first on SafeandHealthylife. Continue Reading… Author Safe and Healthy Life Expert | Safeandhealthy Selected by CWC

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