Me heading out to Dance Africa
Square Dancing with Giants: Random musing #1
Tumblr seems like the ideal place to meet a soul mate. Though I can only know the most wondrous, interesting parts of the folks I have met on here, for what it’s worth, it seems like they experience the world around them the way I have always thought it was meant to be experienced: in awe. The…
Looking back: Vintage photos of #Nigeria in the 1960s by J.D. Okhai Ojeikere
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Sponsored Giveaway: Created By Fortune
I’m honored to start posting some really dope sponsored giveaways! I will never post a product I wouldn’t use (or haven’t tried) on my own hair. You guys know I don’t play that! Or even something I would never wear. That’s how we’re doing it around these parts! With that being said…how cute…
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Giveaway time! Remember how cute these tees were when they first hit the scene? That sesame street vid was beyond! I’m going to be giving away two of them <3 They come in sizes small, medium or large in the colors green, yellow or baby blue. All you have to do to win:
1) Make sure you’re following the heyfranhey tumblr: http://heyfranhey.com
2) Like the facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/heyfranhey
3) Follow the twitter page: http://www.twitter.com/heyfranhey
4) Like or reblog this post so I know who you are!
2 winners will be announced on January 25th!
Sometimes you feel like you’re on Tumblr, but at the same time you’re not on Tumblr, y’know?
I am DYING. DYING.
Perfect
Ellen really is funny. Oh wait.
I am on the floor dying hysterically
Many tribes in Africa still think Albinos have magical powers. So they hunted for the color of their skin.
Stop Albino Slaughter in Tanzania
The crisis facing people with albinism in Tanzania and parts of East Africa has garnered worldwide attention. After the first story on ABC news magazine 20/20 aired on October 2, 2009, NOAH members came forward to help. Responding to Mariamu Staford’s plight, many people donated money and offers of assistance. DC area NOAH members arranged for her care and treatment, and took her plight to their local congressman. As a result, a House Resolution passed this spring condemning the atrocities and calling for action.
NOAH continues to work with our partners to increase awareness about the immediate and long-term mortal threats to people living with albinism in East Africa. The 2010 NOAH Conference included a keynote presentation moderated by ABC News’ JuJu Chang, and featured Vicky Ntetema, the journalist who first brought Mariamu’s story to light.
You can help continue the work by writing a letter to Secretary of State Clinton urging her to speak out on behalf of people with albinism living in East Africa. Click “Take Action” to the left to get started.
You can also help by supporting our partner organization, Asante Mariamu. Founded by NOAH members Susan DuBois and Linda Wood, Asante Mariamu is dedicated to raising awareness about the crisis and to providing direct relief to people with albinism in East Africa. To learn more about this issue, and the work that is being done, please visit Asante Mariamu at www.asante-mariamu.org
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Every Girl in the World should get tested (National HIV testing day) (via Chescaleigh)
I’m very honored to be a part of the National HIV Testing Day Blog-a-thon! This project is sponsored by the Black Women’s Health Imperative, in an effort to raise awareness for National HIV Testing Day, Monday June 27th. Please take a moment and check out my video to promote this amazing initiative. I took a risk and tried to do something funny but informative that will hopefully keep your attention and also shed light on an important issue in our community.
Although African Americans only make up 13% of the US population, we account for 45% of the country’s new HIV infections! And Black women are at an even higher risk, with 9 out of 10 accounting for women with HIV. So with that being said, it’s important to know your status and your partner’s status in order to protect yourself.
I encourage you to share this video (via Facebook, Twitter or reblog) with someone you love and urge them to get tested. For more info visit http://elevateconversation.org
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Giveaway!
So I’m giving away my Nikon p500 12.1 megapixel. Why? Because my Mom got me a new one Woo Woo! Canon is better -_- . So I decided why not give it away it’s used anyway. Pretty good condition minor wear & tear. You want??? K just reblog this post (as many times as you want) and you must be following me! I’ll randomly choose someone from the notes. If your name stands out you have a better chance at winning. Well Good Luck! The winner will receive a message so make sure you answer it within 24hrs or I’ll pick some else. And oh yeah I’ll ship it for Freeeeeee! Ends July 31st :)
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