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Hi! Kedu ka i mere! I’m Joy, a 26-year-old Nigerian-American literati with a B.A. & M.A. in English Language and Literature. I’ve always had a passion for reading, writing, and research. As a Louisiana native, my interests encompass all facets of the Black/African experience. Feel free to look around and read what speaks to you, leave a comment, share a post with your mutuals, contact me even. Connect with me on my various socials below, too. I’m excited to be your new blogger bestie!

Tag: hispaniola

  • Hispaniola’s Hideous History

    Hispaniola’s Hideous History

    Joy Chibuzo
    6–8 minutes

    From Taíno roots to the Haitian Revolution, Hispaniola’s story is one of survival, rebellion, and resilience. This island birthed the world’s first free Black republic, endured brutal colonial debts, and shaped the fates of Haiti and the Dominican Republic. Journey through its history this Hispanic Heritage Month.

  • Read, Rinse, Repeat: American Negra by Natasha S. Alford

    Read, Rinse, Repeat: American Negra by Natasha S. Alford

    Joy Chibuzo
    5–7 minutes

    Natasha S. Alford, an acclaimed author and journalist of Puerto Rican and African American descent, explores her multiethnic identity in her memoir, “The American Negra.” Through her personal journey, she addresses the complexities of belonging and the challenges faced by Afro-Latinxs, advocating for greater recognition and acceptance of their diverse heritage.