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Home, a simple four-letter word that carries such weight and is deeply rooted in our lives. For some, it represents a physical place, while for others, it takes on a more abstract meaning. As for me, home has been a combination of places and people, interwoven in my heart and blood, shaping the person…

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Those of us who are raising Afro-European children in the heart of Europe will likely find ourselves confronting a silent yet potent force that subtly shapes most of our daily interactions, influences our perceptions, guides our decisions, and profoundly impacts our children's well-being and future…

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"Helvetia" is a documentary series by SRF that focuses on the experiences of Swiss citizens with immigrant heritage. The show explores their backgrounds and how they navigate their identities growing up between two cultures. In this episode, we meet Sinisha Lüscher…

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Meet Eseosa Mandy Aigbogun, a professional footballer. Hailing from the vibrant city of Zürich, Eseosa is carving her name as a remarkable talent on both the international and club stages.

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As we become more aware of the importance of accurately representing our children's diverse backgrounds, we are reflecting on the terms we use to describe them. How do we truly identify our children, while they are still developing the language to identify themselves?…

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Get to know, Joshua Amissah an art mediator, photo editor, curator, and writer. He began his journey by completing his Fine Arts and Photography studies at Zurich University of the Arts before venturing int professional realm of arts and culture..

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Celebrating and championing our children's curls and coils can have a significant impact on their sense of self-worth and confidence, and it is an essential step towards promoting inclusivity and acceptance for all hair types within our family dynamics…

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W. S. Carlos Poston developed the Bi-racial Identity Development Model as result of the then limited understanding and shortcoming of the racial identity development models which could not be effectively applied to the growing Mixed identifying population.

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Hair generally is a deeply personal matter for all of, from the health and understanding of hair through to styling and care. This takes on an added layer when you are a women and particularly a woman with Afro textured, curly or coily hair…

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Representation, defined as the description or portrayal of someone or something in a particular way. It also refers to the depiction of someone or something in a work of art, literature, film or social conscious. To expand on the above definition, in addition to being a portrayal or depiction of someone…

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Being an ally as a parent or caregiver for Black or Mixed children in spaces where your child is a minority can be challenging, regardless of your own racial identity. It requires a commitment to self-reflection, stepping outside of your comfort zone…

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A selection of Afro-Swiss persons in public forums spaces. This forms part of an ongoing collage project highlighting and sharing of Afro-Swiss persons innovating, breaking ground in their respective fields…

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The SRF documentary "Being Black in Switzerland - Everyday Racism" provides a insightful and thought-provoking exploration of the experiences of Afro-descent people living in Switzerland. The documentary delves into the many ways in which racism impacts the daily lives

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Get to know, Tabea R. Weber is a lawyer, Afro-feminist, and intercultural mediator who founded Happy Hair Day in Basel. With her Afro-Swiss background and Transatlantic roots, Tabea's personal experiences fuel her passion for educating and empowering families.

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"My Hair, My Crown" is an inspiring project that celebrates the unique beauty of Afro-textured, curl, and coils hair. Brigitte Fässler, a talented director and artist specializing in video and new media art, has created an emotionally powerful initiative that promotes self-love and acceptance…

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As parents or caregivers of Afro-decent children, living in the heart of Europe, we have the responsibility to ensure that our children understand and appreciate the significance of Black stories and history globally and regionally…

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Get to know, Jovita Dos Santos Pinto, is a historian and researcher who has dedicated her work to uncovering the stories of Afro-descent women in Swiss contemporary culture & history.

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Our first quarter began with the building up and launching of www.afroswissfamilies.com along with setting up of our instagram account. The intention being to use these two platforms for scheduling and sharing our family friendly Meet & Play’s..