On Marches and Intersectionality
The Women’s Marches around the world on January 21 were awe-inspiring. Beautiful resistance. I honor everyone who participated. We can build on this momentum. At the same time, there are problematic elements to the marches that I would like to discuss, … Continue reading On Marches and Intersectionality
The Next Generation Steps Up
My January article for Buncombe County for the Urban News highlights two youth-led initiatives: Me2We MLK Youth Summit (which was held on Monday) and Word on the Street (which I am happy to feature here again). It can be downloaded as a … Continue reading The Next Generation Steps Up
It can be a Lonely Planet when people are rendered invisible
This is a belated but still relevant post about last December’s announcement by the Lonely Planet naming Asheville, NC as the “#1 Best in the U.S. Travel 2017 Destination.” With the announcement came this video: Sigh. When it came out, … Continue reading It can be a Lonely Planet when people are rendered invisible
Jump Into January
Let’s jump into January! There is a lot going on this month… Upcoming Events: Tips for Teens All month, Firestorm Cafe & Books is giving their tips to Word on the Street. I love Firestorm and I love WOTS! Be sure to … Continue reading Jump Into January
2016 in Review
As we arrive at the end of 2016, I’m adding my “year in review” to the host of others. Taking time for reflection is valuable, I appreciate the fact that the end of the calendar year is motivating me to think about the projects … Continue reading 2016 in Review
Community Celebrations
On the heels of the Winter Solstice, celebrating the return of the light, I’ll share my December Buncombe County Urban News article (click here for a PDF of the print version). It is all about light. Here’s to you and … Continue reading Community Celebrations
Weight, Hate, and Wonder
The Weight of White Privilege Asheville-based consultant Desiree Adaway recently posted this quote on twitter and Facebook, “White privilege is like an invisible knapsack of special provisions, maps, passports, codebooks, visas, tools,and blank checks.” – Peggy Mcintosh. She was quoting … Continue reading Weight, Hate, and Wonder
Mark Your Calendars
Today’s post is a list of upcoming events you may be interested in. Connecting with our neighbors in person has power. Peace! “City of Asheville seeks community input prior to expanding equity initiative” Tuesday, Dec. 13, 11:30 am – 1 … Continue reading Mark Your Calendars
Mistakes, Updates
If you are a subscriber, you may notice that “Asheville Action” is now “Ami Worthen.” This is a step towards creating a platform for new services and content. As always, the aim will be to illuminate, amplify, and fortify equity-centric initiatives … Continue reading Mistakes, Updates
Who is seen?
Who is seen? Who is not seen? These are questions I frequently ask myself as I observe Asheville culture as portrayed in local media, tourism marketing, events, etc, etc. Overwhelmingly, the people who are seen are white, and the people who are … Continue reading Who is seen?
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