By: Sahra Mohamed Taking care of your mental health is just as crucial as maintaining your physical well being. However, for many individuals, prioritizing mental health can feel like an impossible task due to demanding routines, financial constraints, and overwhelming life circumstances. Mental health is often discussed loosely in society, but when we examine the … Read More about Breaking Barriers to Mental Health Care
Why Finding the Right Job is Harder for Educated Canadians
By: Sahra Mohamed Even though many Canadians have an education, finding a job that matches their qualifications can be tough. It’s not just about having a degree or a diploma, it’s about navigating the challenges that come with the job market. For example, many educated Canadians end up in roles that don’t require their level … Read More about Why Finding the Right Job is Harder for Educated Canadians
The Unseen Weight of Betrayal: Healing After Heartbreak
By: Sahra Mohamed When someone cheats in a healthy, loving relationship, and the truth comes out unexpectedly, the person who was faithful is left shattered, heartbroken in a million pieces. People try to offer comfort, “It’s not you, it’s them” and while that may be true, it doesn’t ease the pain. We can love flawed … Read More about The Unseen Weight of Betrayal: Healing After Heartbreak
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Deadly Allergies are on the Rise
By: Sahra Mohamed Gone are the days when children freely shared their peanut butter and jelly sandwiches in the classroom. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than a quarter of U.S. adults and children have at least one allergy. In Western countries, allergies and asthma are becoming increasingly common, with … Read More about Deadly Allergies are on the Rise
Fred Herzog: Of Time and Place
By: Sahra Mohamed After visiting Fred Herzog’s exhibition at Equinox Gallery, I found myself captivated, lost in my imagination. The same Vancouver streets and iconic buildings I walk by regularly were beautifully captured in color during the 1950s. The abundance of detail and depth in Fred’s imagery drew me in; the longer I stared at … Read More about Fred Herzog: Of Time and Place
Sahra Mohamed – A Journey through Fashion & Film: Interview with Eclair
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5 Black Celebrity Stylists to know & love
1. Jason Bolden: Breaking Barriers in Fashion Styling Jason Bolden has made a name for himself in the fashion world with a star studded list of high profile clients, including Gabrielle Union, Angelina Jolie, Nicole Kidman, Taraji P. Henson, Justin Timberlake, Vanessa Hudgens, Steph Curry, and Serena Williams, among many others. His exceptional styling talent … Read More about 5 Black Celebrity Stylists to know & love
The influence of Beyoncé’s Renaissance
I had the pleasure of seeing Beyoncé for the second time on September 11th, 2024 when she performed in Vancouver for the Renaissance world tour. What I love most about Beyoncé is her unparalleled work ethic. In the film, she opens up about the unique challenges that Black women face when placed in leadership positions. … Read More about The influence of Beyoncé’s Renaissance
Protection in the Fashion Industry
By: Sahra Mohamed Imagine working on a $1000 painting for a client and finding out your boss was compensated instead. What if you were inappropriately touched by the client while working on this painting? In the fashion world, models, photographers, makeup artists and more, face many challenges in an unregulated industry. Unlike actors, they’re not … Read More about Protection in the Fashion Industry