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Ignite DC #3

Khadijah Ali-Coleman

Motherhood is Revolutionary: How choosing to parent is the "anti" in today's times

In a fast-paced culture that is constantly building new contraptions to make life easier, less painful and less interactive, choosing to become a parent-- specifically a mother-- is the poetic slap in the face of today's celebrated norms. Mothering as a revolutionary act leaves us in a tailspin; but merry-go-rounds are always fun.

About Khadijah Ali-Coleman:

Khadijah "Moon" Ali-Coleman is a journalist, photographer, educator, literary artist and performer. She is owner of the online space www.LiberatedMuse.com, co-producer of the Capital Hip Hop Soul Fest and mother to a 6 year-old who just asked her what STD meant.

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