Dear Sista Friend recognizes what it means to be both Black and female in a world that aims to diminish both of these identities. Just as fervently as we recognize and celebrate our Blackness in the month of February, we want to celebrate our womanhood in the month of March. I do not value either […]
Author: Faith Miller
Reflections on Sisterhood from 7 Delta Women
Dear Sista Friend, The creators of Dear Sista Friend, define sista friend as follows: Sista Friend (noun): a network of women of color that support each other personally and professionally We recognize that Sista Friends are not limited to only the women that we share genetics with. In recognition of our three year anniversary as […]
When Life Planning Is Not for You
Dear Sista Friend, As a child, I would sit on my dad’s lap and write songs to sing to him. For my first grade career day, I put on my prettiest dress and proclaimed that I would be the world’s greatest star. I thought I was going to be the best singer in the world. […]
When Talking About Race Becomes Exhausting
Dear Sista Friend, Everyday is a constant reminder that being Black in a America means to be in a constant battle. When I turn on the news, I am reminded of the high price of Black skin. I scroll down my Facebook feed and see a number of tirades discussing the latest news regarding violence, […]
Taraji P. Henson: The Supportive Sista Friend
Dear Sista Friend, I hope your friends are like Taraji P. Henson! I quit watching a lot of the award shows when I realized that I probably would not see people who look like me. I had not followed the Emmy nominations because I accepted the fact that Black women don’t usually win their awards. […]