What Does Kujichagulia Require of Us?
Kujichagulia, the principle of Self-Determination, calls us to define ourselves, tell our own stories, and build according to our values. In a time of…
Juneteenth: Freedom Is a Beginning
Today we honor Juneteenth, the day news of freedom finally reached enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation…
How Do We Measure Success Now?
As political and social landscapes shift, many traditional measures of success feel uncertain. How do we define progress when access alone is no longe…
What Is Cultural Art? Why It Matters More Than Ever
Cultural art preserves the stories, traditions, and identity of a people through creative expression. At Black Dolls Matter®, handmade Black dolls ar…
What If We Had Continued to Support Shindana Toys?
What if Black communities had been able to consistently sustain institutions like Shindana Toys? This reflection explores representation, ownership, c…
Mother’s Day at Black Dolls Matter®
At Black Dolls Matter®, we believe Black motherhood carries stories of resilience, tenderness, creativity, and care across generations. To every mother, grandmother, auntie, caregiver, and…
The Riveter and the Needle
Before I understood legacy, I understood her hands. In the quiet meeting of rivet and needle, labor and craft shared the same language: care, precisio…
Own as Many as You Want: The Legacy and Love Behind Our Black Dolls Matter® Cloth Dolls
This holiday, our handmade Black Dolls Matter® cloth dolls celebrate culture, identity, and joy. Each doll carries the legacy of generations of Black…
Meet the Makers: Why Buying Handmade Black Dolls Supports More Than a Business
Buying handmade Black dolls supports more than a business—it empowers communities, honors artistry, and uplifts representation. At Black Dolls Matte…
How Black Dolls Build Bridges
Black dolls build bridges between past and future, craft and community, art and healing. Through initiatives like Healing Journey Dolls™ and Gift-A-…
