Change Communications: Naming Racism

In the current political climate where some forces are becoming even more strident in their efforts to advance racism and white supremacy and more organizers are courageously pushing to address racism head on, there are some advocates concerned about “triggering” potential supporters by bringing race (or really, racism) up in their communications.  I want to […]

Transformation 101

The Higher Ground Top 10: What Social Change Makers Should Do Differently in These Times There’s a lot of advice going around about this political moment. In our new series, Transformation 101, we offer our ten cents on the matter. More reflection and planning for the long term. Even in these times of rapid fire […]

Black History For Sale?

February is known as Black History Month.  It’s when television programming and event calendars bloom with the images and stories of people of African descent.  You can also tell it’s February by the ubiquitous corporate Black History Month ads and displays – ubiquitous only where Black people are likely to see them.   Companies like Popeye’s […]