Don’t Turn Back
The name of this blog was inspired by the Langston Hughes' poem "Mother to Son." In the poem, the mother tells her son that life "ain't been no crystal stair." Although her journey was difficult, the mother continued to strive for the top. I believe that this poem, in many ways, symbolizes the journey of women and people of color. Historically these communities have encountered many barriers and challenges, but yet they have managed to unite within their communities and push forward.
This site will examine how the media targets and portrays women and people of color. I hope that through posts and discussions No Crystal Stair will be able to challenge readers to look at the actions of companies through a critical lens, and recognize that the messages being sent through media have the ability to impact the experiences of people all over the world. Thank you so much for visiting the site, and I can't wait to read your comments!
--Kailey
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Tag Archives: Body Image
No Butts About It: Body Image and Cosmetic Surgery
Oneal Ron Morris, a transgendered Florida woman, was arrested on Friday for allegedly practicing medicine without a license. Morris is accused of injecting a woman’s buttocks with a concoction of cement, ‘Fix a Flat’ tire sealant, mineral oil, and … Continue reading
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Tagged Body Image, Butt Injections, Cosmetic Surgery, History, Hypersexualization, Sarah Baartman, Self-esteem, Women
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Is White Right? Challenging the Eurocentric Standard of Beauty
Jamaican dancehall artist Vybz Kartel has angered folks with the recent news that he will release a line of cosmetic products that include skin brightening creams. The products, targeted towards men, have outraged audiences who believe that it promotes self-hatred. … Continue reading
Posted in Body Image
Tagged Beauty, Body Image, Eurocentric Standards, Hair, People of Color, Privilege, Race, Skin Bleaching, Slavery, Social Status, Vybz Kartel
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