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DEI BLACK-lash Debate: Is DEI Helping or Hurting?
Did y’all hear what Tasha just said? 🤯 And Demarcus? Whew! This convo about DEI is getting REAL.
SoFete
Feb 35 min read


Celebrate Culture with a Cause: Fete for Literacy, Fete for Change with SoFete®
Every child deserves the chance to dream big, to feel seen, and to unlock the doors that literacy opens. For many kids in our community,...
SoFete
Jan 201 min read


SoFete’s Top Tips for Standing Out in the MSAC Artist Grant – Part 1.
🎨 Need $2,500 for your art? 🎠Unlock the secrets to a standout MSAC grant application! Read our tips & shine! ✨ #ArtistSupport #SoFete
SoFete
Jan 145 min read

SoFete 2024: Celebrating a Year of Growth, Culture, and Community
Welcome to SoFete 2024 Year-End Blog! As the year draws to a close, we reflect on 2024 with immense gratitude and pride. At SoFete®,...
SoFete
Dec 31, 20244 min read

Beyond the Backpack: Bridging the Literacy Gap for Black Children
For decades, the point gap between Black children and their white peers in fourth to twelfth grades has remained stagnant. Despite...
SoFete
Nov 30, 20244 min read


Feathers and Freedom: Can Jamaica's Borrowed Feathers Fly Without Appropriation?
Jamaica's infectious music and captivating dance moves have become a global phenomenon. But as these vibrant expressions travel the world, a
SoFete
Apr 9, 20241 min read


Beyond the Feathers: Trinidad's Cultural Legacy and the Art of Appreciation
Trinidad and Tobago isn't your average Caribbean island. It's a cultural kaleidoscope, where African rhythms weave intricate patterns...
SoFete
Mar 28, 20242 min read


Borrowed Feathers: When Cultural Exchange Turns Exploitative in Trinidad's Vibrant Tapestry
Trinidad and Tobago, a Caribbean gem pulsating with rhythm and color, thrives on its rich tapestry of cultures. African, European, Asian,...
SoFete
Mar 26, 20242 min read


Ubuntu: Where Humanity and Community Collide - A Journey into the Soul of Africa
Ubuntu: Where Humanity and Community Collide. Have you ever wondered what it truly means to be human? In the heart of Africa lies a...
SoFete
Mar 21, 20242 min read


Don't Sleep on the Durag: A Deep Dive into its Cultural Significance
Look around. The durag is everywhere—barbershops, block parties, album covers, fashion runways. It’s not a trend. It’s not just a piece...
SoFete
Mar 20, 20243 min read

"Just Being Friendly?": Microaggressions and the Challenge of True Cultural Understanding
Have you ever complimented a Black colleague on their "articulateness"? Perhaps you've casually touched their hair out of curiosity....
SoFete
Mar 19, 20242 min read