What do Muslims Believe and Practice?
There are over 2 billion Muslim people throughout the world. The United States has a Muslim population of 8 million, while almost […]
Ganesh Chaturthi
What is Ganesh Chaturthi? Ganesh Chaturthi is a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Ganesh, the elephant-headed God who is the remover of […]
“Mom, Is he Poor?” When Race Intersects with Style
The other day, my six-year old son noticed an African-American dad dressed in baggy jeans with his boxers showing making a purchase […]
What is Islam?
What is Islam? Islam is the second largest religion of the world and followed by almost 1.57 billion people across the world. […]
What do Hindus Believe and Practice?
Hinduism is a blend of various civilizations, races and cultures. Although, it is known as one of the major religions of the […]
What is Hinduism?
What is Hinduism? Hinduism is the oldest and the third largest religion. Hinduism can be viewed as “a way of life.” Hinduism […]
Parents Can’t Teach What They Don’t Know
Research suggests that most parents don’t feel equipped to teaching children about different races, ethnicities, or cultures. While parents are supposed to […]
What is Cultural Appropriation and What is Not?
What is Cultural Appropriation? Cultural appropriation is “appropriating” or borrowing elements of one cultural group by a different cultural group. This term […]
Why do Asian Indian Hindus Consider the Cow Sacred?
Cows are sacred in Hinduism. By exploring Hinduism from a historical perspective, we can get a better understanding of why Hindus adore, […]
Why do Asian Indians wear dots (or bindis) on their forehead?
Some Asian Indians wear a dot or bindi on their forehead. When dressing up, it is similar to wearing jewelry or accessories. […]