Shades Of Us Storytelling Initiative for African People (‘Shades of Us’)
A non-profit organization using storytelling to address the socio-economic issues affecting Africa, Africans and people of African descent.
This is with a view to facilitating open and honest conversations that lead to introspection, analysis and perspective change towards the greater goal of a redefined continent and people.
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Maternal health stands as a vital pillar of public health, crucial not only for the well-being of mothers but also…
I am going to have to hold your hands when I say: package the shame that has been sold to you…
My parents in their benevolence kept me in a bubble: a bubble of perpetual provision and financial security. I had…
"You are too fat to be a fashion influencer!" – a cutting remark that echoed through Lily's mind, sending shockwaves…
There exists a unique league of heroes we are going to call the ‘Sanitation Superheroes’. These extraordinary individuals don’t wear capes…
Podcasts
Friendship
April 8, 2024
Friendship is the universal bond that links souls together. We share why friendships matter in this podcast.
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Green Skills for Youth Paving the Path to Sustainability
April 8, 2024
Green skills encompass a wide range of abilities that are essential for understanding, mitigating, and solving environmental challenges. We share why we believe this is critical for young people paving the pathway to sustainability.
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The Review: Ogadinma by Ukamaka Olisakwe
April 8, 2024
Ogadinma Or, Everything Will be All Right tells the story of the naïve and trusting teenager Ogadinma as she battles against Nigeria's societal expectations in the 1980s. We review this book on this episode of Shades of Us: The Review.
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Tackling Poverty in Africa for a Sustainable Future
April 8, 2024
'No Poverty' isn't just a global goal on paper: it is a shared vision for a brighter future for all Africans. In the quest to achieve 'No Poverty' in Africa, progress is undeniable, but challenges remain. Shades of Us shares why creating awareness and contributing to activities that help tackle poverty in Africa and among African people is critical.
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Revolutionizing Freedom, Equality and Justice
April 8, 2024
To attain true equality, we must adopt a more sophisticated understanding – one that respects and accommodates diversity. This is referred to as ‘equity’. We share more on why we must revolutionize freedom, equality, and justice.
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The Review: Breathe Again by Toni Braxton
April 8, 2024
We review "Breathe Again", a song by Toni Braxton for her self-titled debut album released in 1993. We review this song on this episode of Shades of Us: The Review. #ShadesofUs
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