- 7 August 2015
- Latin America & Caribbean
Sunday, November 8, 2015
Watch Hispanic Kids Pounce on Racist Donald Trump==Deservingly So
Donald #Trump get BEAT like a pinata by Hispanic children for his racist policies!
Sunday, October 4, 2015
Racism and body shaming in the NIGHTCLUB
What Went Down The Night 4 Black Women Were Denied Entry At A UK Nightclub
A group of black women claim that the club denied their friends entry for being "too dark" and "overweight."
Posted: 10/02/2015 03:17 PM EDT
#DOILOOKDSTRKT?
The #DOILOOKDSTRKT saga literally went from zero to 100 Frances explains why the problem is bigger than one club
For those of you that missed it, last weekend, a group of young women headed for a night out at the DSTRKT LONDON club in the West End. A promoter from the club had approached one of the girls, Lin Mei, 29, on Instagram. He had obviously scouted her as eye candy, one of the preferred methods used by promoters to encourage men with deep pockets to attend and spend money at their clubs.
He must have been disappointed when the ladies arrived, because they were turned away despite previously confirming that he would be putting them on the guest list. The club was willing to let two of the ladies in but said two of the women were ‘too dark’ and ‘overweight.’ It wasn’t long before young people were sharing stories online, about being in similar situations. The general feeling coming from young black people, was that this humiliation was nothing new.
Here’s a tip, when you are getting dragged via social media do not ignore it. It will only make matters worse, especially if you are up against Black Twitter.
Until this morning, DSTRKT LONDON were yet to offer any comment on the allegations made against them. In my opinion, it may have been better if they did like Meek Mill and stayed silent. Their ‘official’ statement was nothing short of a joke, featuring a screen grab of one of the ladies in question, in their club and a Facebook status (with little to no context) where she speaks about being #teamlighty.
Firstly, not once in this matter has Mei stated that DSTRKT would not let her into club on the day in question. She has also never denied that she has been in DSTRKT. The claim was that they were willing to let two of the women in, but refused point blank to let the others join, because they were ‘too dark’ and ‘overweight.’
Desperation can make people do some crazy things. It is clear how unprofessional this whole organisation is, by the fact that they would use such personal assets in their defence.
Don’t be distracted from the situation at hand.
If you go on Shoobs, you’ll find an array of events that cater to those (like myself) that prefer a night out listening to ‘black music’ – for lack of a better word. When I say ‘black music,’ I am referring to genres such as Afrobeats, Bashment and Hip Hop. Unfortunately for me these events are few and far between.
When a club does decide to be more inclusive of the music that I enjoy listening to on a regular basis, I am likely to want to visit it. I see said club as catering to me, which is not my fault.
The #DOILOOKDSTRKT saga literally went from zero to 100 Frances explains why the problem is bigger than one club
For those of you that missed it, last weekend, a group of young women headed for a night out at the DSTRKT LONDON club in the West End. A promoter from the club had approached one of the girls, Lin Mei, 29, on Instagram. He had obviously scouted her as eye candy, one of the preferred methods used by promoters to encourage men with deep pockets to attend and spend money at their clubs.
He must have been disappointed when the ladies arrived, because they were turned away despite previously confirming that he would be putting them on the guest list. The club was willing to let two of the ladies in but said two of the women were ‘too dark’ and ‘overweight.’ It wasn’t long before young people were sharing stories online, about being in similar situations. The general feeling coming from young black people, was that this humiliation was nothing new.
Here’s a tip, when you are getting dragged via social media do not ignore it. It will only make matters worse, especially if you are up against Black Twitter.
Until this morning, DSTRKT LONDON were yet to offer any comment on the allegations made against them. In my opinion, it may have been better if they did like Meek Mill and stayed silent. Their ‘official’ statement was nothing short of a joke, featuring a screen grab of one of the ladies in question, in their club and a Facebook status (with little to no context) where she speaks about being #teamlighty.
Firstly, not once in this matter has Mei stated that DSTRKT would not let her into club on the day in question. She has also never denied that she has been in DSTRKT. The claim was that they were willing to let two of the women in, but refused point blank to let the others join, because they were ‘too dark’ and ‘overweight.’
Desperation can make people do some crazy things. It is clear how unprofessional this whole organisation is, by the fact that they would use such personal assets in their defence.
Don’t be distracted from the situation at hand.
If you go on Shoobs, you’ll find an array of events that cater to those (like myself) that prefer a night out listening to ‘black music’ – for lack of a better word. When I say ‘black music,’ I am referring to genres such as Afrobeats, Bashment and Hip Hop. Unfortunately for me these events are few and far between.
When a club does decide to be more inclusive of the music that I enjoy listening to on a regular basis, I am likely to want to visit it. I see said club as catering to me, which is not my fault.
“For too long, young ethnic minorities have brushed their racist encounters under the carpet, avoiding the situation and shifting the problem elsewhere.”
“Just don’t go to that club.”
Quite frankly, the amount of commentary co-signing this as the way to resolve the issue is very alarming. This is a very simple idea with no long term effect because next weekend, it will be another black person sitting in an Uber home with dreams of the turn up that could’ve been.
For too long, young ethnic minorities have brushed their racist encounters under the carpet, avoiding the situation and shifting the problem elsewhere. The fact of the matter is DSTRKT is not the only racist club, they are just the club that got caught, and it’s a shame for them, that they are being used as the example of what is a much bigger issue.
If we all sat and made a list of the number of clubs that we had been turned away from, we would have nowhere to go. It’s not about wanting to go to these places, believe me, I would rather spend my hard earned cash elsewhere. However, I would like the same luxury as everyone else, to walk into any club I want, without feeling anxious as I get ready, wondering if they are going to let me in or not.
I can only think of one venue, (Lotus in Clapham Common) which plays ‘black music’ and allows young black people in, in their masses. They can hardly accommodate every minority in London, every weekend, can they?
Never underestimate the power of protesting. You never know what the outcome could be because this issue is once again in the limelight.
#DOILOOKDSTRKT isn’t solely about the girls that were turned away from the club last weekend. It’s definitely not about what they may have posted on their social media in the past. It is a case of institutionalised racism that dates back decades and young people standing up and saying, enough is enough.
@effaqua
Men and women across the United Kingdom are speaking out about a popular upscale London nightclub that allegedly denied entry to a group of four black women on Saturday night for being “too dark” and “overweight.”
“Just don’t go to that club.”
Quite frankly, the amount of commentary co-signing this as the way to resolve the issue is very alarming. This is a very simple idea with no long term effect because next weekend, it will be another black person sitting in an Uber home with dreams of the turn up that could’ve been.
For too long, young ethnic minorities have brushed their racist encounters under the carpet, avoiding the situation and shifting the problem elsewhere. The fact of the matter is DSTRKT is not the only racist club, they are just the club that got caught, and it’s a shame for them, that they are being used as the example of what is a much bigger issue.
If we all sat and made a list of the number of clubs that we had been turned away from, we would have nowhere to go. It’s not about wanting to go to these places, believe me, I would rather spend my hard earned cash elsewhere. However, I would like the same luxury as everyone else, to walk into any club I want, without feeling anxious as I get ready, wondering if they are going to let me in or not.
I can only think of one venue, (Lotus in Clapham Common) which plays ‘black music’ and allows young black people in, in their masses. They can hardly accommodate every minority in London, every weekend, can they?
Never underestimate the power of protesting. You never know what the outcome could be because this issue is once again in the limelight.
#DOILOOKDSTRKT isn’t solely about the girls that were turned away from the club last weekend. It’s definitely not about what they may have posted on their social media in the past. It is a case of institutionalised racism that dates back decades and young people standing up and saying, enough is enough.
@effaqua
Men and women across the United Kingdom are speaking out about a popular upscale London nightclub that allegedly denied entry to a group of four black women on Saturday night for being “too dark” and “overweight.”
Men and women across the United Kingdom are speaking out about a popular upscale London nightclub that allegedly denied entry to a group of four black women on Saturday night for being “too dark” and “overweight.”
Sunday, August 23, 2015
10 Tips for women traveling solo from NOT DEAD YET TRAVEL
Women Traveling Solo – Ten Tips
May 15 2011
I do a lot of solo traveling here are some things I do to keep myself safe.
- Try and arrive at your destination during daylight hours.
- When you arrive in the arrivals hall look like you know where you are going – even if you don’t. Don’t dither and don’t look lost.
- Organise your transport from the airport/train station before you arrive. I often arrange, through the hotel I am staying at, for a driver to pick me up. Sometimes the driver is on the hotel staff or the hotel has a number of known taxi drivers who provide this service. I always ask that they have a sign with my name on and that they meet me in the arrivals hall. I organise this with the hotel by email and/or phone before I arrive.
- I never accept anything from touts in the arrival halls.
- If I don’t have a driver I use the airport shuttle so as soon as I arrive I make my way to the shuttle desk.
- I travel light 1 suitcase under 20kg and 1 back pack. A lot of luggage can be a drawback if you need to move purposefully to your destination.
- I spend some time choosing my hotel I look up where it is on google maps and I also do some research on the area its in to make sure I am staying in a reasonable area.
- I like to choose hotels that have restaurants/cafes so I initially can eat there until I can find my way around the local area.
- In Tanzania I was advised to hire a guide to accompany me on the streets. If I am advised to do something like this I usually do it. It can be useful to have someone local with you to fend off the touts.
- It can be useful to have a couple of door stoppers with you (a wedge you place under the door to prevent people opening the door unexpectedly). I have used them when I have been in a room with a connecting door to the next room with a dubious lock. I have also used them when I have been in a hotel where staff come into the room before you have actually said come in – they knock and enter. They are a very simple light weight tool to make your room a little more secure.
Sunday, August 9, 2015
The Most Handsome Elderly Male Contest--Cute!!
Sao Paulo names most handsome elderly male
You might think that tiaras and sequinned gowns are mandatory at a beauty pageant. Well not this one.
In a unique contest subverting stereotypes, each year the Brazilian city of Sao Paulo chooses its "Most Handsome Elderly Man''.
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
Saturday, April 11, 2015
THREE THE HARD WAY ----Come get your bounce on with 3 Bokwa Instructors on Monday April 13
BOKWA BOKWA BOKWA
Come get your Bokwa Bounce on this Monday, April 13th beginning at 7:30p at Fairview Recreation Center in Stockbridge ! In Bokwa we dance the alphabet and sweat the digits for the ultimate cardio party. 3 Bokwa Instructors for TRIPLE the fun! contact regina@bokwafitness for more information on this Bokwalicious event!
Friday, April 3, 2015
The Bokwa Invasion arrives in Augusta Ga
BOKWA INVASION IN AUGUSTA GA
The highly energetic Bokwa Instructor, Jacky aka La Jefa, brought the house down during her Bokwa Launch class. This special event was held at the Kroc Salvation Army Center in Augusta GA.
Everyone was sweating the alphabet and dancing the digits in style. GREAT JOB Jacky!
We are contributing to the happiness of our particular family, our extended family, and, in fact, the great family of humanity--That's Bokwa baby!!
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