Category: National Origin
Regardless of where a person may currently be located, the country where one is born within can provide a set of cultural traits that one may carry with them for their entire life. From religious beliefs to personal ethos and much more, a person’s national origin can define many things about them that they may carry with them for life.
What Trans Representation Looks Like in Colombian Media: A Personal Perspective
In a previous article, we looked at the history of trans representation in United States media, where visibility was just 5% in 2023-2024. But what…
Why Documenting Stories Matters: David Saechao’s Lasting Impact
David Saechao’s journey as a writer began with a realization: finding information about the history, traditions, and language of his own people was surprisingly difficult.…
How Community Centers Preserve Cultural Heritage: Inside Seattle’s Eritrean Hall
People gather at community centers to participate in recreational activities, connect with others, and learn new skills. With an estimated 3,302 community centers across the…
How to Navigate the Line Between Cultural Appropriation and Appreciation
The rise of the internet has made it easier than ever for us to learn, share, and celebrate our cultural diversity with one another! Social…
The Urban Legends of Hawaii
Hawaii takes pride in its culture and representation of its people. Hawaii has a diverse population, many of whom are of Asian descent. It is…
The Silent Struggle: A Professional Landscape Overview of Immigrant Worker’s Rights
In the heart of the American Dream lies a silent struggle, it is a journey fraught with challenges and obstacles that many immigrant workers face.…
Meet Ebony Hickey: Discovering Adoption Through Art
Adoption is an incredibly complex and individualized experience. It can bring great joy, immense sadness, and a lifetime of wondering, “who am I?”. Some adoptees…
Adoptees Don’t Need to be Saved, Even In Hollywood Films
There are hundreds of books and films with plots focused on adoption, but it is easy to neglect the importance of focusing on the adoptee…
Meet Aurora Hinz: Life as a Korean Transracial Adoptee
While many adoptees carry deep trauma connected to adoption, Aurora is grateful to have had a positive experience.
How do World Affairs Affect Adoption?
The top countries from which children are adopted have histories of economic, social, and political turmoil. According to the same study, China, Ukraine, and Ethiopia…