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IDL GLOSSARY
Language to Navigate Our Site & Your Life
(in progress)
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BIPOC
Black, Indigenous, People of Color
Bilingual
fluent in 2 languages.
Binary
a belief or practice of 2 things, systems or identities equaling a complete known experience.
Bisexual
generally an attraction to 2 genders / or more including gender non-conforming and non-binary humans.
this identity is fluid and up to the person who identifies s bisexual to define for themselves.
Biphobia
a personal / cultural insecurity relating to issues of self-worth (‘not being enough’), abandonment, and human ownership / as property. (patriarchy). Often showing up in the pursuit of (monogamous) relationship with a person who openly identifies as bisexual.
#BlackBoyJoy
“Throughout history, our boys have been denied their childhood. When we learn about the stolen youth of Emmett Till, we're reminded that young black boys are seen as men by society or, worse, as a threat. #BlackBoyJoy presents a teachable moment to social media that allows us to reclaim the innocence of black boyhood.
It also shows that Black boys and men, who despite life or its challenges, still possess the jovial spirit that you can identify in carefree Black boys, that enables them to spread infectious joy and happiness through their smile, their outlook, their confidence or simply their presence. It doesn't minimize the men by saying they have Black Boy Joy. They've just managed to retain what we hope none of our boys lose as they get older - joy. Here are a few examples of Black men from history who displayed Black Boy Joy.”
- Danielle Young @ TheRoot.com
#BlackGirlMagic
#BlackExcellence
Black Future
The future of Pan-African indigenous Black cultures, communities and contributions in our world.
Black Hair
The anti-gravity coils & curls of indigenous Black people.
White supremacist colonizers traditionally outlawed Black hair / hair culture.
Today “Natural” hair is seen as an act of political resistance in countries that banned hair / traditional haircare during colonization. Black people growing their own hair is still illegal / heavily regulated / impedes economic access through systemic racist policies and practices in 2019.
Black History
The historic legacy of the earth’s original people.
Black History Month
#BlackLivesMatter
Black Muslim Community
Body Positivity
a movement rooted in the acceptance of all bodies no matter the form, size, appearance, age or ability.
Bounce
Boundaries
the physical, emotional and mental limits we establish to protect ourselves from being manipulated, used, or violated by others. Boundaries allow us to separate who we are, and what we think and feel, from the thoughts and feelings of others.
Bravery
facing a conflict and taking action in a way that honors yourself and others.