Elizabeth (Ro) Ajiduah

Elizabeth (Ro) Ajiduah is a freelance writer who focuses on culture, music, politics and criticism. She works at Keke Magazine, a feminist magazine spearheaded by Chloe Xiang, and Interlude Magazine, a thoughtful publication focusing on culture and politics.

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English rapper Jeshi

English rapper Jeshi offers musical masterclass in vulnerable social commentary

Jeshi's debut studio album, "Universal Credit," is one of 2022's best contributions to rap. The English musician illustrates moments of political and social instability through empathy and understanding.

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Social media's clicks could become a force for good

Instead of highlighting social media's faults and considering abandoning platforms, what if we worked toward creating alternatives that abide by care, community and collectivism?

An aerial view of a "Black Lives Matter" mural is seen in the Harlem neighborhood of New York City July 7, 2020. (CNS/Reuters/Alon Sicherman)

What Óscar Romero can teach us about Black Lives Matter

For many, Black Lives Matter was a political matter rather than an affirmation of human dignity. The hesitancy to fully embrace this phrase comes from the successful culture wars waged by right-wing politicians linking social justice initiatives to destruction of American society.

Tyler, the Creator receives the International Male Solo Artist award at the Brit Awards Feb. 18, 2020, at the O2 Arena in London. (Newscom/PA Wire via ZUMA Press/Matt Crossick)

'Call Me If You Get Lost' and the evolution of Tyler, the Creator

As a Black Catholic teenager, seeing a Black man who is in the alternative space has affirmed my identity in such an important way. Tyler, the Creator's music has helped me to think more deeply about redemption and what it means to shed toxic masculinity.

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