Yasmin Bashirova’s Blog
Standing in Solidarity With Indigenous Peoples
For Indigenous peoples, Thanksgiving is a time of remembering the genocide and colonization that occurred against their ancestors. On the fourth Thursday of November, many Native peoples observe a national day of mourning. Non-Indigenous individuals are also expected...
How American Schooling Can Support Immigrants
According to the Pew Research Center, by 2050, more than one-third of the country's schoolchildren will be either immigrants or the children of immigrants. This means that schools will need to rethink their approach to addressing racial and cultural issues. They...
The Effect of War on People’s Mental Health
From thousands of miles away, you may have witnessed the conflict in Ukraine through a screen. The images of destruction and the people who are trapped in shelters are disturbing and tragic. The conflict in Ukraine has been referred to as a social media war, and it...
Representation in Media: The Benefits
Today, we are constantly exposed to various forms of media, such as movies, television shows, and books. These are becoming part of our daily lives, and they can sometimes provide us with a break from reality. However, how often do we see an accurate depiction of...
Today’s Most Influential Civil Rights Leaders
Civil rights have been at the forefront of people’s minds for decades, and the importance of these civil rights seem to have increased in recent years, especially in the United States. Well-known civil rights movements are headed by leaders just as they were in years...
Ways That Ukraine Can Still Use Your Support
Since the invasion of Ukraine on February 24, Russian aggression has been affecting the lives of many people in the country. It has created a sense of fear and fatigue, as concerns about the country's security are still at a heightened state. Despite the various...
The Unjust Prison Sentence of Brittney Griner
A court in Russia sentenced Brittney Griner, a professional basketball player from the US, to up to nine years in prison after finding her guilty of bringing marijuana-infused cartridges into the country. US President Joe Biden condemned the ruling. After the ruling...
11 Ways to Help Immigrant Families in Need
While Congress is still working on a solution to the immigration crisis, there are various ways people can help. These include volunteering at shelters and providing aid to families in need. Here are some great ways you can be an advocate and help. Protest On...
How Caring Can Make You A Better Leader
A caring leader portrays empathy towards his employees. Such an empathetic leader can understand other people’s needs. Therefore, they can relate to others’ feelings and how they influence their perceptions. However, being a caring leader does not oblige you to...
Activism in the Wake of a Global Pandemic
A pandemic may have stay-at-home orders, but that has stopped activists and volunteers from working. They are still finding new ways to reach out to people and help their communities. In fact, virtual volunteering has dramatically increased since the COVID-19...