This is the year where I've realized that no one can really depend on social media, either as an influencer, business owner or even as a consumer. So I'm starting an email list. (Link in bio) I read so many posts from content creators about getting shadow banned or having content removed, and this seems to disproportionately affect the most marginalized of creators, namely those in Black, Brown, and/or fat bodies. Have you noticed your favourite creators using code language like seggs, s3x, wyt, c0vid etc.? They do this in an effort not to get flagged. Because I sometimes talk about these topics, and especially as my platform grows, I sometimes wonder what may happen to me. Then there was that IG, FB, WhatsApp blackout. While a lot of people were privileged enough to say "I didn't even notice," unbeknownst to many in the West, so many people in the Caribbean and Africa (and a lot of other remote places) DEPEND on WhatsApp to communicate and conduct business. WhatsApp phone numbers often replace websites on advertisements. But I digress. In light of this, instead of creating backup accounts or worrying about getting censored or going through another outage, I'm trying to diversify. That's why I invite you to join my email list. I won't spam you (I honestly don't have the time) and if/when I finally get my act together, my infrequent emails will only be filled with awesomeness and information. And if for whatever reason you find that you can't handle all of the awesomeness coming your way, you can always unsubscribe. Although I may forever 😒 you if you unsubscribe I will still love you. This way, if I ever get cancelled or if you decide to leave social media or if you ever miss a post on here due to some kind of alchemical, algorithmic bias, you'll still know where to find me and I will know where to find you. You'll still be able to hear about class updates, cancellations or new ideas, projects and initiatives. In other words, it helps ensure that whatever happens, we'll still remain connected. And 2021 has taught us that connection matters. Link in bio (& make sure to ✅ "subscribe to newsletter") https://www.instagram.com/p/CVZ3lCfrmJu/?utm_medium=tumblr
