Generation Z’s Celebration of South Asian Heritage
What makes you proud to call yourself South Asian? We have highlighted some stories from members of the diaspora about their experiences.
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Saumya Monga
- Jul 14, 2021
- 3 min
Underground Desi: South Asian Musicians Breaking Barriers.
Many people are introduced to Desi music through the silver screen of Bollywood. The vibrant colors in the music videos, the upbeat tempo...
Sara-Sati
- Jul 10, 2021
- 6 min
"I Need Therapy": Overcoming Cultural Stigma in my Indo-Caribbean Community
“Someting wrong wid she, she head nah good yuh know.” “Dem shoulda jail da mad lady. Is evil deh in she, wha rehab guh do?” “Yuh hear how...
Himel Don Khandker
- Jun 29, 2021
- 6 min
Singh Crowned King: How Arjan Bhullar’s Big Win Changes the Face of MMA
The commentary team go wild on the broadcast, proclaiming that “India has a heavyweight world champion!”
Shaiful A.
- Jun 3, 2021
- 3 min
The Co-opting of “Eastern Traditions” in the New Age Movement
“New Age” spirituality has popularized in recent years and we break down the best way to approach this while respecting its history.
Sahmi Chowdhury
- May 26, 2021
- 3 min
To Be Palestinian by Ghalia Ghuneim
Written in response to the May 2021 Al-Aqsa Mosque attacks.
Shaiful A.
- Apr 30, 2021
- 3 min
Searching for Sheela: A Story of Redemption
Netflix’s 2016 Docuseries, Wild Wild Country took binge watchers by storm as they huddled around their viewing devices to watch the...
Parika Sikder
- Apr 22, 2021
- 6 min
The Climate Impact of Meat Consumption In South Asian Diets
For centuries, meat was traditionally consumed by the upper class on special occasions. By the 1950s and 60s, meat became more affordable...
Parika Sikder
- Apr 15, 2021
- 4 min
Being A South Asian Creative In Traditionally White Spaces
“Only 10% of BIPOC Creatives hold Executive positions in the Advertising field. And the problem stems from outer pipelines into the industry
Shaiful A.
- Mar 31, 2021
- 3 min
You're Invited! A Guide to Bengali Weddings
Bengali weddings are amongst the most intricate and symbolic traditions that come out of South Asia.
Shaiful A.
- Feb 7, 2021
- 3 min
Bollywood's Islamaphobic Portrayal of Muslim Masculinity
Religious tensions in India and the broader region are at a boiling point. Read about how Bollywood is playing its role in the issue.
Sahmi Chowdhury
- Jan 14, 2021
- 4 min
Brown Boys Turning Blue: Mental Health and Masculinity in South Asian Culture
Laying beside a lifeless body were the final words his older son would leave to the world.
Mashiat Mutmainnah
- Jan 5, 2021
- 7 min
How This Innovative Entrepreneur is Bringing Bangladesh's Forgotten Textiles To The World
Mahfuzul Karim is doing it all. University student by day, streetwear innovator by night - his days are filled with lectures,...
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