#indegenous languages

[jellysshitpoems]

Hey tumblr do y’all believe in Sasquatch or big foot??

Explain your position if you can!

[icarusredwings]

This is why context is so important. Instead of just taking whatever news stations say as the truth, take it with a grain of salt. This expression is called that because salt used to be one of the most expensive things on earth, and now it's extremely cheap. It's a metaphor for peoples opinions when retelling a story.

I forget which one because its not my own but there is a word in a native american language that changes the sentence entirely. It bassically means "I saw it." So instead of the sentence being "Susie kicked john" it becomes "I saw susie kick john" and I think it's very important to realize the difference, because those sentences are not the same.

[unreadpoppy]

watched the beat the buzzer game changer episode with a friend and the way i was like "BRAZIL REFERENCE" when Sam asked the question "What is the most spoken language in Brazil"

[antoniovargas]

curious on your thoughts on the phrase “spicy white” then 👀 I think that’s the (kinda dumb but I get that it’s used mostly ironically) phrase that spain/portugal/romano/veneziano fall under

as a so-called "spicy white" myself i'm not gonna lie i think its fucking stupid. and honestly at this point in our post-post-ironic clown world saying something 'ironically' has basically the same merit as saying it in earnest.

i know people like being silly on here, but i don't think it's a necessary or helpful designation. in fact i actually believe it's harmful and only contributes to further polarization when mediterranean europeans are distinguished or categorized as somehow less 'white'. you know who does this? the kkk. the kkk does this. and even some especially dense neo-nazi boneheads who couldn't point out these nations on a map.

obviously it's important to be proud of your unique ethnic heritage. obviously there can be (emphasis on can be, since this isn't always the case) stark contrasts in the cultures or appearances of northern vs. southern europeans, but this magical line doesn't exist as much as americans believe it does; and this extreme distinction is both a modern phenomenon and useless for a number of reasons.

european people benefit from white privilege universally; regardless of whether their last name is smith or sánchez, regardless of whether they're tanned all year round or pale as a ghost. of course, there are individual nuances to this privilege, but that's largely irrelevant.

as you might be aware, italians have not always been treated well or taken seriously in the anglosphere. i'd argue we're still marginalized in ways and heavily stereotyped. this doesn't mean we're not white, it's moreso based in anti-catholic sentiment and a culture of distaste for anything deemed too 'ethnic', too 'smelly', too loud, too foreign. (plus, side note, most italians are not as dark-skinned as americans think)

as far as iberians, in addition to discrimination similar to that faced by italians outside italy, i find they're often misrepresented as non-white due to linguistic/cultural proximity to people of color; e.g. spain to mexicans - the majority of whom are mixed indegenous mesoamerican and spanish - or portugal to brazilians, who tend to be very multiracial after centuries of brutal colonialism and slave trading.

'you speak spanish? but you're white! oh you're spanish? so you're not white?? you are?? yeah so how is spanish your first language?'

this circular (and obviously false) logic is something i see ameritards use a lot, equating spain to mexico or vice versa because durr mexicans speak spanish; but anyone with remote knowledge of world history should be able to distinguish a colonizer from their colony.

also just another thought, if italians and iberians fall under such a categorization so would the french, the greeks, any balkan or slavic people, pretty much anyone who isn't a full blown white anglo-saxon protestant (english, scottish, german, dutch, etc.) (and yeah not everyone who is pale/blonde is a WASP either) and we definitely don't go around calling russians ~spicy~ so again my point stands.

ik the term isn't literal either but just pointing out too like, food from these regions are overwhelmingly not spicy so define spicy lmao. im not sure how it originated, but in conclusion i diagnose "spicy white" to be facticious and homosexual (read: fake and ghey)

[brasskingfisher]

Fuck it you know what, here's my 5 minute/elevator pitch for something on this theme:

We open in a small isolated town somewhere in the continental US during a thunderstorm and get introduced to the main characters. A few days later, whilst everyone's going about their business, a seriously wounded person staggers into town and gets recognised as someone who's recently moved to the next town over. After getting seen to by the local doctor, they tell a horrifying story about how during the storm their town got attacked by some huge supernatural creature which couldn't be stopped and seemed to teleport around the place, killing the townsfolk indiscriminately, using the thunder and lightning as weapons. Obviously, the townsfolk dismiss their claims, but given the survivor's agitation and wounds the mayor/sheriff authorities a posse to investigate, thinking that they've maybe encountered some bears/cougars/wolves and are panicked because they're unfamiliar with the local wildlife.

However, when the posse reaches the next town, they find the place in ruins, with mutilated bodies piled everywhere, buildings burnt and no signs of anything that could have possibly caused the damage. They also find a young child who's been hiding somewhere and who's account seems to corroborate the first survivor's claims.

The posse then sends back to town for more people and they make efforts to clean up the town/dispose of the bodies. However, after the clean up happens and everybody heads home, the townsfolk start to develop some kind of strange sickness that the doctor can't treat (it's nothing like anything they've encountered before and their attempts at treatment don't do anything to help). As the sickness spreads, and more and more people report seeing/hearing the creature in the woods on the outskirts of town and losing their animals to it (there's thunder and flashes like lightning but no other signs of a storm), the townsfolk start to turn on one another, suspecting that the sickness is somehow connected to the creature and the destruction of the neighbouring town and the posse have somehow brought it back with them. The mayor/sheriff reluctantly organises a militia to help keep order in the streets and establish a protective cordon around the town to both protect against the creature and control the spread of the sickness.

After a clear/confirmed sighting of the creature, the militia decides to pursue it into the woods, wounding and then eventually killing it. As the militia patrol gathers round the body and examines it, they find the creature to be a European man dressed in armour, armed with sword, pike and a matchlock musket. The camera then pans back up to the militia, revealing them to actually be Amerindian warriors armed with bows and clubs and discussing what to do in a native language. The camera pans out as they drag the body back to their pallisaded village of wooden huts to reveal a group of European soldiers breaking camp and beginning to march in the direction of the village.

There’s got to be some time periods ripe for horror movies which we just don’t do.

Yeah, yeah, Victorian gothic horror seen it, what about the aftermath of the Great Fire of Rome? What about what “really” happened at Skara Brae? A horror film during the First Crusade? The French Revolution? This is too European focused but you get my drift??

(If people know films like this, hit me up. I love horror and history)

[johnthejacobs]

Indegene Share Price Rising Through The Waves

Introduction In the realm of healthcare and pharmaceutical services, Indegene has been making waves with its remarkable performance in the market as Indegene Share Price has seen a phenomenal rise . This article delves into the factors contributing to the upward trajectory of Indegene Share Price, examining the company's growth drivers and market dynamics. Indegene Limited specializes in providing comprehensive research and development (R&D) and management services tailored for healthcare and pharmaceutical enterprises. With over two decades of experience in the life sciences domain, the company leverages purpose-built technology to establish itself as a leading "digital-first" commercialization entity exclusively dedicated to serving the global life sciences industry.

Their extensive suite of solutions empowers biopharmaceutical, emerging biotech, and medical device companies throughout the product lifecycle, facilitating more effective, efficient, and modern operations. Indegene's portfolio encompasses a wide array of solutions covering commercial, medical, regulatory, and R&D operations within the life sciences sector.

Among their offerings, Enterprise Commercial Solutions take center stage, aiding life sciences companies in fulfilling their digital marketing needs. This strategic focus aligns with market trends, as evidenced by the Everest Report indicating sales and marketing as the largest expenditure segment for life sciences companies in 2021. Providers like Indegene craft tailored marketing plans and campaigns, leveraging approved clinical trial data to generate promotional content, thereby facilitating personalized engagement strategies for healthcare professionals (HCPs) and patients.

Moreover, Indegene's repertoire includes digital asset management, marketing automation, customer data management, and analytics solutions, enabling the measurement of campaign effectiveness. The incorporation of proprietary Natural Language Processing (NLP)-based tools and platforms further enhances efficiency, reduces reliance on manpower, and ensures regulatory compliance within these solutions.

The company's impressive client roster speaks volumes about its industry reputation, with 19 of the 20 largest biopharmaceutical companies in the world by 2021 revenue listed among its clientele, as verified by the Everest Report. A significant portion of Indegene's revenue stems consistently from these top 19 clients across multiple years, highlighting their sustained trust and reliance on the company's services. As of June 30, 2022, Indegene maintains 52 active clients, defined as those generating at least $0.25 million in revenue over the preceding year. Within this cohort, 21 clients contribute revenues ranging from $1 million to $10 million, while three clients fall within the $10 million to $25 million range, and four clients generate over $25 million each.

Originally incorporated as ‘Indegene Lifesystems Private Limited’ in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, the company underwent a significant transition, relocating its registered office from Maharashtra to Karnataka in February 2017. Alongside this relocation, the company's name was updated to ‘Indegene Limited’, as reflected in the fresh certificate of incorporation issued by the Registrar of Companies on November 17, 2022.

A Leader in Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals Indegene Limited emerges as a leading player in the healthcare and pharmaceuticals sector, renowned for its comprehensive range of research, development, and management services. With a strong foothold in the industry and a reputation for excellence, Indegene is positioned as a key contributor to the advancement of healthcare solutions globally.

Harnessing Decades of Expertise At the core of Indegene's success lies its extensive expertise in the life sciences domain, spanning over two decades. The company's deep-rooted knowledge and experience enable it to navigate complex challenges and deliver innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of the healthcare industry. This expertise serves as a driving force behind the upward movement of Indegene's share price.

Embracing Digital Transformation Indegene distinguishes itself as a "digital-first" commercialization company, leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive growth and innovation. By embracing digital transformation, the company enhances efficiency, scalability, and customer engagement, thereby bolstering its market position and driving positive sentiment among investors.

Expanding Global Footprint Indegene's strategic expansion initiatives play a pivotal role in propelling its share price upwards. The company has successfully expanded its presence beyond domestic borders, catering to a diverse clientele across international markets. By tapping into new geographic regions and demographic segments, Indegene broadens its revenue streams and diversifies its risk profile, contributing to its overall growth trajectory.

Financial Performance and Investor Confidence The robust financial performance of Indegene serves as a significant catalyst for the rising share price. With impressive revenue growth, strong profitability metrics, and prudent financial management practices, the company garners confidence and trust from investors. Moreover, transparent communication and proactive investor relations initiatives further reinforce investor sentiment, fueling the positive momentum of Indegene's share price.

Navigating Challenges and Seizing Opportunities Despite facing challenges such as regulatory complexities and competitive pressures, Indegene remains resilient and adaptable. The company's ability to navigate challenges effectively while capitalizing on emerging opportunities positions it for sustained growth and value creation. By staying agile and responsive to market dynamics, Indegene continues to drive shareholder value and propel its share price upwards.

Conclusion The rising share price of Indegene Limited underscores the company's leadership position, strategic vision, and commitment to excellence in the healthcare and pharmaceuticals industry. With a focus on innovation, digital transformation, and global expansion, Indegene is well-positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities and navigate evolving market dynamics. As investors and stakeholders witness the company's upward trajectory, the future looks promising for Indegene as it continues to deliver value and drive growth in the healthcare sector.

[bongboyblog]

Dear Indians, if you are wounded by a knife, you aren't supposed to stab yourself a second time to heal the first gash. You should be treating the wound not hurting yourself more.

Just because you have been colonised by the British in the past and have been anglicised, doesn't mean you should let yourself get culturally colonised for a second time by the Hindustanis (and by that I mean north India, especially the Hindi-belt). Let Hindi remain where it belongs, let the North Indians take pride in it. Stick to your native tongue and traditions, even the wounds of the first attack will be healed. But if you keep wounding your culture with non-indigenous influences, you will be crippled beyond rescue. Only God can save you then.

We might be free politically but our minds are still those of colonised people. If we are to be truly independent, truly free, we must take pride in our native identities. We need a new freedom struggle, freedom from the shackles of our own inferiority complexes.

জয় বাংলা, জয় হিন্দ!

- a fellow Indian 🇮🇳

[normalweirdoboy]

A short conversation with my cousin on Hindi imposition and the need for preservation of linguistic diversity.

YT link

[emmagoldman42]

"It’s also about wellness. We’ve been given religious ceremonies procedures and ways to process life and process grief and loss, and to support ourselves spiritually, and we only practice that in Ojibwe language. We only communicate to our powers that be in [Ojibwe] because that’s the language that they gave us. And so, unlike some other communities who have adapted and changed to use English in some of those spaces, we haven’t, so we have a limited amount of people who can do those talks. The goal is to provide access and opportunity for community members to grow spiritually through those ceremonies that we’ve been given."

[ojibwe-word-of-the-day]

bineshiinh - bird

[iristhemuse]

It's also interesting then how indigenous/non-european people are shown in TV , art , or even how they are spoken about!! Like "they dont have a language/complex society , they are violent/belligerent etc" and how that correlates to how Neaderthals/general cavemen are portraid in media.

As if the media were biased As if indegenous/non-european people being portrait as less evolved than european/white americans were more than a coincidence.

Like think about it , when was the last time that an indegenous person was portrait as someone that just is , they are not violent, or concealed by their "culture" (i.e what western media sees as indegenous culture), their only personality trait isn't being indegenous etc? That doesnt mean that their culture should be erased from their character, it means that they live side-by-side with their culture and not under it.

Not pertinent to anything in particular but I do think it's kinda weird that we keep depicting cavemen in media crawling around on all fours covered in dirt with tangled, matted hair, speaking in broken, cobbled-together toddler language when like.

They were us.

Like literally genetically they were US, just like. A while ago.

Like

Would you trust a TV caveman with a baby? Probably not

A real life caveman though??? I think they'd be at least okay at it

[anacttohidetheirenvy]

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[defensefilms]

Cancellation Of Premier League Fixtures Proves We Never Left The Dark Ages

“The only good things to ever come out of England, are Drill Music and Premier League Football”

The passing of the queen of England was like a silent fart in a gust of wind as far as I’m concerned, you know, worrying about the queen would be like wondering if the suns gonna come up.

The great hypocrisy that needs discussed, is how a country like England, successullfy “exported” their culture and ideology to the rest of the world, all while mocking how backward those in 3rd world countries are, yet today, still feels the need to treat thier stupid monarchs with reverence.

I mean, leave it to me to be the one to point out how backwards, ignorant, uneducated, tone deaf and out of step with the times this really is.

So  your oldest living monarch dies, and you think the best response is to ensure her death is mourned by these guys..........

If there’s one thing I could assure you of, it’s that the queen of England would never associate herself with the average English football fan.

Never in a million years.

I can almost assure the English royal family views the average English football fan and the rest of the tax paying public, as little more than gum under thier sneakers, you know what I mean?

And I’m dead serious.

It’s one thing for you to cancel the greatest past time of all modern times in the form of a 10-day premier league break, but you better not dare to touch that Champions League schedule.

Manchester City, Rangers, Liverpool, Chelsea, Celtic and Tottenham Hostpur are all expected to represent thier respective leagues in Europe during midweek, and should they fail to do so, it would not only cause a scheduling conflict due to the World Cup being played in December, but it would put on display the kind of bullheadedness that resulted in Brexit. 

And Brexit was a roaring success wasn’t it?

You may wonder why Ol’ Defense Films seems to have an extra bit of venom towards your fallen monarch, and I’d only be happy to inform you mother*****r.

Anyone that has grown up in a Commowealth country, or a former English colony, will tell you that the tone and language that I’m using in this article, is the most British thing on earth.

Sarcasm, crassness, a lack of empathy, the constant dehumanization of others as a way to elevate and relieve your own very frail sense of superiority. These things are as English as tea and biscuits.

Talking to people in this way, is England’s greatest contribution to global society. The other is the art of stealing natural resources from indegenous people.

Long story short, the only good things that ever came out of England, are Drill Music and Premier League football.

Now piss off!!

[fandomshatepeopleofcolor]

Does anyone know where to find a comprehensive list of "cryptids" that are actually Native American spirits? Also is Mothman a cryptid?

Recently I've been looking at this website called native-langauges.org, they describe themselves as a non-profit focused on preserving Native American languages.

I'm not sure how comprehensive the list is, but they have a list of different spirits and spirit stories that I've been looking through one by one.

I feel like that's a decent place to start, that's where I'm starting anyway. Although, I think it only is relevant for Native American cultures.

If anyone has a better resource, ideally authored by Native/ Indegenous people then please share.

Mod TZ

[her-culture]

2021 and the Rise of Shopping BIPOC, LGBTQI+, Small, and Womxn-Owned

Now more than ever, a collective way of life has been prioritized: shopping from small businesses, particularly those owned by the marginalized. The reason? A mix of a few things, like that of the coronavirus pandemic putting small businesses in every industry in an increasingly vulnerable spot, the rising importance of the Black Lives Matter movement, and the collective awareness of how capitalism has contributed to the downfall of so many communities.

When the pandemic hit, a lot of folks were down on their luck financially. They needed whatever avenue of income they could find to help keep them on their feet, which resulted in them opening small businesses selling their art, jewelry, and more. Shopping small and dining locally was also one of the main efforts done by the collective to ensure community staples wouldn’t have to shut down due to the lack of revenue and financial support throughout the pandemic. 

During the height of BLM last summer, one of the ways that folks rallied together to give aid and support to different mutual aid funds, bail funds, and BLM funds was by selling homemade items and giving 100% of the proceeds to these different organizations. With this, there have been threads on Twitter and infographics on Instagram sharing different black-owned small businesses so that folks could directly support the black community.

It’s interesting to see how the rise of social media networks helped pave the way for this, too. Instagram and Facebook both have sections where anyone can sell their products - Facebook marketplace has everything from new and used cars, clothing, furniture, jewelry, and so much more. Instagram (though widely criticised) has updated their formatting so that anyone who uses their platform to sell items gets boosted in ads, and their shopping section is easier to find. Instagram is most accessible for businesses because they don’t charge a service fee like other sites (Etsy, Shopify, etc.) - 100% of the profits goes right back to the shop owner.

Social media sites like TikTok and Twitter have assisted this wave as well. “It costs $0 to retweet my art/business” tweets go viral almost daily, and TikTok itself is filled with trends small businesses love to use to help boost their brand on the algorithm. More recently, brands of all kinds started doing “pack an order with me” TikToks to add a more personalized feel to their business, where consumers get excited to see if their order is one of the ones that gets packaged on the ForYouPage.

Shopping small and from the folks who could use the support most is an incredible way of how community works. It directly supports the dreams and efforts of the folks who put their all into what they make. If it is possible for you, I encourage you to try to shop small and from BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color), LGBTQI+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, and more), and womxn-owned spots instead of larger corporations. Aiding in the journeys of the folks who took a chance on themselves and started their small business could change everything for them - every dollar could unlock a world of chance.

For those who are interested, here’s a list of a few small businesses (organized by business type) that you can check out and support!

Lifestyle:

Nguyen Coffee Supply - This Vietnamese coffee company was founded by Sahra Nguyen, a first-generation Vietnamese-American who set out to teach about the true quality and production of coffee beans in Vietnam. Partnering with a fourth-generation farmer in Central Valley back in Vietnam, they provide ethically sourced coffee beans to folks worldwide. To purchase Nguyen Coffee or learn more about their efforts, you can shop at https://nguyencoffeesupply.com/ and visit their social media sites @nguyencoffeesupply.

Hungry Bunny - A black, womxn-owned business, this virtual donut shop started in March 2020 as a result of the coronavirus pandemic by Khloe Hines. All products are vegan and cruelty free, not using any dairy, eggs, or yeast! To place orders visit their website https://www.hungrybunnyict.com/ and support their social media @hungrybunny.

Hood Herbalism - A center for learning, this community herbal education project is perfect for BIPOC folks wanting to learn about the benefits of herbalism and how to incorporate it into their lives. Courses range from the basics of herbalism to herbal medicine works for birth support. They offer online courses with payment plans, accommodations, and scholarship funds to support those in need! This project space is intended for BIPOC folks, as herbal schools are predominantly white. To donate to their project or enroll in classes, visit https://hoodherbalism.com/ and follow their social media at @hoodherbalism.

Indigescuela - This BIPOC-led space is dedicated to teaching womxn and folks about intentional healing through the avenues of holistic sexual health, womb health, and traditional healing. Using the knowledge and practices of herbalism, Mexican folk healing, and Mesoamerican medicine, Panquetzani (also the foundress of Indigemama: Ancestral Healing) leads students to finding the healing answers they need to lead as their best selves. The courses range in topics from lifelong self-womb care and womb wellness. To enroll in the online distance courses, head to https://indigescuela.com/ and support their social media at @indigescuela.

Bookstores:

Nā Mea Hawai’i - Meaning all things to do with Hawai’i, Native Books is a space created to share Hawaiian culture through education. If you are based in Hawai’i, or have the opportunity to visit post-pandemic, this is definitely a place to stop by! They support local artisans of all kinds in efforts to uplift their community and all that the Islands have to offer. They have dedicated their space to sharing this knowledge, education, and experiences to all who stop by, virtually and in-person. Shop their website https://www.nativebookshawaii.org/ and follow them @na_mea_hawaii.

Raven Reads - This bookstore is indigenous and womxn-owned, which began as an effort to share history and inspire folks as a result of what residential schools did to the indegnous communities in Canada, where languages and ways of life were washed away over the years. They offer collection boxes for children and adults, where each season a curated box will be sent to you filled with Indegenous works. To shop, support, and learn more, their website is https://ravenreads.org/ and their social media is @raven_reads.

Strong Nations - The online retailer is centered around idigenous literature and art, where their products range from children’s toys to classroom materials and, of course, literature. They are also a publishing house, offering a range of services for those interested. They also offer a wide variety of bundles in different categories! Each item on their shop has a badge on it to signify if it is indegnous art, a Canadian product, or indegnous text. If you are looking for indenous literature or works of different kinds, materials for your classroom, and more, stop by https://www.strongnations.com/ or @strong_nations.

Marcus Books - The first black-owned bookstore in the nation, Marcus Books is filled with history and the desire to educate and make space for black folks and all allies. Their goals of using literature to educate and unite communities has served folks in and around the San Francisco Bay Area (based in Oakland, CA) and nationwide through their online store. They have books for all ages in every genre by an array of black and latinx authors. To support, their website is https://bookshop.org/shop/marcusbooks or visit their social media @marcus.books.

Loving Me Books - A black and womxn-owned shop, Angela Nesbitt created this online bookstore to promote self-love amongst children of all races and backgrounds. Books are available for all age ranges and in a variety of languages! They also sell children’s clothing and accessories. There is a section for adult books, as well! Check out https://www.lovingmebooks.com/ and @lovemebooks for your next book.

Skincare:

Alma Bella - Meaning “beautiful soul” in Spanish, this womxn-owned skincare business is the epitome of self care with a cause. Creator Hannah Bahls, based in Washington state, handmakes this heavenly coco cream and redistributes 100% of the net profit to different BIPOC-led social justice funds. With more products coming soon, they prioritize organic, ethically sourced and traded, and natural ingredients. Each month, she chooses a new organization to give the proceeds to. To learn more about Alma Bella, their product and mission, head over to https://alma-bella.square.site/ or their Instagram @almabellanourish to learn more about how they emphasize self and community care.

HanaHana Beauty - Sustainable, clean beauty that uplifts womxn of color. All products are made with natural ingredients and oils, like fair-trade shea butter. They source their shea butter from the Katariga Women’s Shea Cooperative in Ghana. The black and womxn-owned shop includes body butters, bars, lip balms, and exfoliating cleansers. To buy, head to their site https://hanahanabeauty.com/ and follow at @hanahana_beauty.

BrownSugga Beauty - Black owned, vegan beauty for all skin types. Offering a variety of products from sugar scrubs to oil serums, body butters and soap bars, the New Orleans based online business is your one-stop-shop for healing and maintaining beautiful, healthy skin. Shop now at https://brownsuggabeautycompany.com/ and follow them at @brownsuggabeauty_.

Haípažaža pĥežúta - Meaning “medicine soap” in Lakota, this indegnous-owned skin care from Lakota folks sells soaps and herbal products nationwide. They utilize organic ingredients harvested from the homelands as well as fair-trade ingredients from across the world to create healthy, intentional products. The products range from soaps, shampoos, rubs, perfumes, bath bombs, scrubs, and more. (They even offer refills of some of these products)! To purchase, find them at https://www.haipazazaphezuta.com/ and @haipazaza.

Beauty:

Live Tinted - Founded by Deepica Mutlaya, Live Tinted is a brand dedicated to inclusion and diversity within the beauty industry. They use their platform to highlight multicultural beauty - giving space to voices and stories of those often underrepresented in the industry. Their products range from ethically sourced merchandise, huesticks, and gorgeous illuminators. Take a peek for yourself at https://www.livetinted.com/ and @livetinted on their different social media platforms.

Sahi Cosmetics - This small, family-owned cosmetics company has been taking the beauty industry by storm. Founder Shelly Sahi started Sahi cosmetics as a way to change the beauty standards we have become accustomed to after growing up feeling like her Indian skin wasn’t beautiful enough and always had trouble finding products that matched her complexion. Committed to their clean beauty promise, all of their products are cruelty and paraben free, with vegan friendly ingredients. An array of makeup and innovative products and ideas that will surely leave you obsessed! They also offer some clothing merchandise as well. Check them out at select retailers, their website https://sahicosmetics.com/ and their social media @sahicosmetics.

Queltzin Cosmetics - An indegenous-owned beauty brand specializing in fake lashes, all of their products are named after Aztec gods and goddesses as well as Nahuatl words to honor and educate folks about their indegenous heritage. Aside from lashes and lash tools, they offer some apparel and makeup accessories and tools, as well. Shop at https://queltzincosmetics.com/ and visit them at @queltzincosmetics.

Sweet Street Cosmetics - A Latina/womxn-owned cosmetics company that honors the around-the-way aesthetic. This brand was built by Natalia Durazo and LaLa Romero, who also co-founded the clothing company Bella Doña. their brand honors the beauty strides made by womxn of color and celebrates all the uniqueness and individuality that comes with it. Their products include a highly praised liquid liner, lip duos, eyeshadows, and lashes. Shop now at https://www.sweetstreetcosmetics.com/ and follow them @sweetstreetcosmetics.

Clothing: 

Wasi Clothing - A Quechuan word meaning “hope,” Wasi is a brown-owned Bolivian-American clothing company founded and run completely by Vanessa Acosta. This business is dedicated to ethical and sustainable products and processes, as well as diverse representation in the fashion world. Their products are unique and there truly is something for everyone here, as their shop includes everything from clothing to accessories to accessories and prints! You can shop their website at https://wasiclothing.com/ and follow at @wasiclothing.

OXDX Clothing - Diné owned label, this indegnous brand offers merchandise to represent Native peoples and honor their experiences. Their mission includes preserving culture to art, clothing, creative content and storytelling. Their shop has unique pieces of clothing, art, and stickers. Shop at https://www.oxdxclothing.com/ and support them at @oxdxclothing.

Ginew - That Native-owned denim line honors the founders’ Ojibwe, Oneida, & Mohican heritage through the materials and concepts utilized to create their products. Their shop ranges from denim products (jackets, jeans, etc.) as well as unique jewelry, bandanas, and more. Shop all things Ginew on their website https://ginewusa.com/ and follow at @ginew_usa.

Art: 

Hafandhaf - This Pakistani-born and Detroit raised artist uses her South Asian and Muslim roots to create art that reflexts her experinces and the life around her. She uses her background studying the Quran and Arabic and incorporates it into her work. She offers commissions, as well as prints. Many of her pieces were turned into other merchandise, like clothing, mugs, stickers, and accessories. To shop, visit https://hafandhaf.com/ and follow their social media @hafandhaf.

Adinas Doodles - Kichwa artist Adina Farinango creates Kichwa diasporic art. In hopes to heal and reclaim her Kichwa roots and her identity as an idigenous womxn, her art is a form of resistance. Her one of a kind art is available in prints, stickers, and on totes! Shop https://www.adinafarinango.com/ and follow @adinasdoodles.

Accessories: 

BRWNGRLZ - The Pinay-owned jewelry company specializes in laser cut pieces that represent and honor Pilipinx heritage and brown pride. These unique, astounding pieces are only found at BRWNGRLZ. This space honors the stories of Pilpinx-identify folks while uplifting the voices of BIPOC folks everywhere. To support and shop, visit www.brwngrlz.com/ and follow at @brwngrlz.

Customized by Angelisa - Polynesian-owned customizable shop that does everything from trays to accessories! This shop is perfect for customized gifts and pieces for your space! Angelisa’s shop has rolling and coffee trays, resin jewelry, keychains, tumblers, and music player plaques. To shop and customize your own pieces, head to https://www.etsy.com/shop/customizedbyangelisa/ and @cbangelisa.

Spirituality:

Stari Agency - Run by Yakari Gabriel, Stari Agency is an Afro-Latina business regarding all things astrology. Yakari offers birth chart readings, transit readings, and follow ups. She aims to help you heal and learn more about you as you navigate your life’s journey. To book and learn more about these services, you can visit https://stariagency.com/ and @stariagency.

The Woke Mystix - Podcasters and authors Ellen and Imani create space for folks to find themselves in astrology, spirituality, and divinity. This WOC-owned business co-wrote Astrology SOS: An astrological survival guide to life, which releases on March 2, 2021. To listen to their podcast and learn more about their work, check out https://www.thewokemystix.com/ and @thewokemystix.

Dian Tala Crystals - This Filipinx-womxn owned crystal shop was created in hopes of offering affordable and accessible means of crystals and their healing properties. In efforts to offer exploration into intuition and personal guidance, this shop holds a variety uniquely cut crystals while teaching followers the properties of each. All funds go directly to the owner’s tuition, as well as direct relief funds to their family’s provinces when the recent typhoon hit the Philippines. To shop and support, follow their Instagram shops @diantalacrystals and @diantalasales.

Farial Eliza (she/her) is a twenty-one year old Bay Area native, occupying unceded Chochenyo Ohlone land. She is a writer, poet, creator, storyteller, self-proclaimed healer and educator to the communities she serves.

[bongboyblog]

Funny how the West Bengal government gives additional official status to languages like Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi and Telegu, while indegenous languages like Lepcha, Kol, Toto, Surjapuri, Tamang etc remain ignored.

Stop favouring migrants over natives.