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Introduction: Beyond the Shutter Click There’s a moment, just before the shutter clicks, when everything aligns. Not technically, but spiritually. The light is soft. The subject exhales. The silence feels full. And the photographer knows. That’s the moment they shoot. Not because the settings are perfect, but because
Allyship
Understanding Performative Allyship In the wake of social movements like Black Lives Matter, the language of allyship has entered mainstream conversation. Brands issue solidarity statements. Influencers post black squares. Individuals rush to share anti-racism books or repost viral infographics. These gestures are often well-intentioned. But when disconnected from accountability or
Allyship
Take a moment and scroll through your social media feed. Think about the podcasts you subscribe to, the films you watch, the books on your shelves, and the newsletters in your inbox. Now ask yourself one simple but revealing question: Who’s missing? Our timelines, both online and offline, are
Allyship
If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you already care. You believe in equality. You’re against racism. You might have spoken out in conversations, shared a few resources, or taken a stand when it felt important. But then comes the question that many well-meaning non-Black allies
Allyship
Through the Lens of Our Work The word “ally” is everywhere. It appears in statements, hashtags, captions, and campaigns. But what does it really mean to be an ally? What does it look like in practice? And how do we know when we’re doing it well? At theBLKGZE, we
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Introduction: The Gap Between Awards and Reality This photo that won won Environmental Photographer of the Year 2021 raises so many questions. 1: Why is the child sleeping in the sun? 2: Why is the child sleeping in an abandoned house? 3: Is it because the child is Black that
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