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On how the world changed for Muslims after 9/11
I was barely one year old on September 11th, 2001 - sitting in front of the TV with my mother, awed by bright colours and loud noises. I don’t remember 9/11, and because I don’t wear a hijab and had never lived in North America until I moved for university, I didn’t feel myself turn into an enemy overnight in the same way that so many Muslims did immediately following the attacks. Instead, I grew up with the full knowledge and awareness that I was, for some reason that I couldn’t explain, an enemy to the West. I knew that border control officers trembled in fear at the sight of a nine year old Pakistani girl, and I knew not to speak Urdu in public. I knew to be careful, I just didn’t know why.
White Supremacy that is still considered socially acceptable by most white people.
covert white supremacy still goes largely ignored by white people.
Racial Profiling and The Police
The report by Toronto Police has shown us it's well past time we talk about racial profiling and the police.
Keep Calm and Abolish the Monarchy
This June and throughout the rest of the summer, Queen Elizabeth II is celebrating 70 years on the throne as the Queen of England. This would be really impressive if it weren't blatantly obvious how incredibly problematic the institution of the British monarchy is.
Why We Need To Decriminalize Drugs In Canada
It’s time to decriminalize drugs Canada. We know that for many folks this feels like an outrageous thought (“but crime!” “People in the streets” “addictions will rise” “everyone will do it”) but experts, evidence and science tell us that decriminalization (paired with safe supply) is the way to minimize harm, protect people and take care of all of us.
As people of colour, we’re having all sorts of feelings about Ukraine and we need to unpack that
Remember, both of these can be true at the same time: We need the international community to mobilize around Ukraine, and we need the international community to mobilize for every nation facing a humanitarian crisis.
It’s time to talk about the police system in Canada
We know the current police system does not serve and protect all of us…