They say you’re not truly a journalist until you get hate mail. Or rather, I should say, harsh comments. Read More »
Understanding Lucky 17
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Lucky 17
Today I turned 17. We celebrate my birthday on the 2nd and the 3rd. On the second, because it’s the 3rd in India. Its fun and all, but… well, can you keep a secret? You can? Good. Here it is; Read More »
Hi, my parents are white
Antara is the founder of iDesi Generation 1.5, a group specifically designed for Indian and Nepalese adoptees. Through this piece she hopes to discuss International Desi Adoptee culture and her interactions with other South Asians. Read More »
Dear Seema Aunty
Dear Seema Aunty, I am a 23 year old, brown girl from a brown land and I like other brown girls (and also girls of other colours). But you know how brown world is. They will never accept me - not my family. Suggestions? Read More »
Dear Seema Aunty
Need some sound advice from an Aunty-like figure? Welcome Seema Aunty, our newest addition to the Brown Girl team. She’s here to help you with whatever issues or questions you might have. Read More »
From coconut water to the finish line
Washington, DC—We hurdled over tattered sweatshirts, jogging pants, hats, and gloves, remnants of discarded layers from overheated runners, strewn across the course beyond the start line. Read More »
Awkward Moments
“Mom, Dad, you don’t get it!” Read More »
The Suitable Boy Checklist
'Suitable Boy' Checklist: Educated? Check. Good family? Check. Wealthy? Tall? Fair? Hot AKA Jay Sean? (Ahh, wishful thinking). Appropriate caste? Che...wait..WHAT? Read More »
Reach for the stars?
Doctor, lawyer, engineer, businesswoman; take your pick. These are some of the occupations that are commonly brought up in the typical South Asian household. We have the freedom to choose one or the other, but if we decide to pursue anything that strays from these options too drastically, we may find ourselves caught in the middle of what seems like a losing battle. Read More »
Rhino Mothers
Dr. Gyanam Mahajan teaches Hindi-Urdu and South Asian Language and Culture classes at UCLA. I interview her about reaction to Amy Chua’s article “Why Chinese Mothers are Superior,” printed in the Wall Street Journal earlier this month and this is what she had to say. Read More »
