Podcast Episode: Quest to Define Your Identity in Foreign Countries As a Black Woman

The stereotype of the “strong black woman” is more than just a cultural trope: Many black women report feeling pressured to act like superwoman, projecting themselves as strong, self-sacrificing, and free of emotion to cope with the stress of race- and gender-based discrimination in their daily lives. One of the most liberating feelings is being able to openly step into, define and affirm your identity as a Black woman. There are many pros and cons to consider before living abroad and we welcome Thando who is South Africa living in Cambodia where she talks about her journey.

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