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Performative DEIB Post-George Floyd: How White Women Co-opted Initiatives
Lets look at how white supremacy shields itself from accountability even in DEIB
Black Swedish Representation in “Goodnight Rebel Girls”
Afro-Swedish advocate Lovette Jallow shares her experience being featured and the profound impact of representation for young Black girls in Sweden.
7 Lessons on DEI and Neurodiversity from Lovette Jallow, a Black Woman in the Nordics
In the seemingly pristine Nordics, DEI efforts are often led by those lacking lived experiences, placed in positions through privilege or nepotism. Perpetuating the same power dynamics. But what happens when a head of diversity at a renowned insurance company tries to avoid accountability by lying, only to be caught by his own LinkedIn posts?…
Lovette Jallow: The Black Swedish Author Behind #Swedengate
Find out how Lovette Jallow, the Black Swedish author who sparked a global conversation with the hashtag #Swedengate. Lets talk about the origins, impact, and deeper societal issues in Sweden that the this viral hashtag uncovered.
Lovette Jallow’s Grandmother: Exploring Resilient Motherhood, Sacrifice, Legacy, and Family Dynamics
What becomes of the mother who must be resilient at all times, the one who became a bride at 12? That resilient Black mother… who wore that mantle until her last breath? My grandmother, a woman, a politician, a feminist, an advocate, the iron lady, and the one resilience finally took away.
Lovette Jallow’s Insight into Black Women and the Natural Hair Movement in Corporate Environments
In today's world, wearing my natural hair in professional headshots challenges Sweden's ongoing workplace discrimination and outdated beauty standards.
Lovette Jallow & Kate Wacz: A Friendship through Raoul Wallenberg
Lovette Jallow and Kate Wacz united through Raoul Wallenberg. From Holocaust Survival to friendship in the unlikeliest of places.
Advocating for Human Rights: A Transformative Journey in El Salvador
Introduction: When I embarked on my journey to El Salvador, little did I anticipate the profound impact it would have on my understanding of global human rights advocacy. Honored as the recipient of the esteemed IM Humanitarian Aid Prize, I ventured into a world of complexities and challenges, where every encounter held the potential for…
Black Vogue: A Journey of Empowerment, Diversity, and Beauty
October 17, 2015, will forever be an unforgettable day, not just for me, but for many who participated in an epic and utterly wonderful event at Södra Teatern in Stockholm. When I founded the group and community Black Vogue, I never imagined that almost 500 beautiful Black women in every shade would one day physically…
Best and worst nailbars in Stockholm
Get a guide to Stockholm’s nail bars with recommendations on the best places to visit and warnings about those to avoid, based on real customer experiences.
Diamond Microdermabrasion on Dark skin
Kick off 2017 with glowing dark skin! Discover how diamond microdermabrasion helped restore my complexion after the winter months, with products from Esse Skincare and Zein Obagi.
Black Vogue Gala – 10 more days to go
Hi Lovelies, It has been a while since I last posted and there is a reason for that. THE BLACK VOGUE BOOK RELEASE GALA on the 10th of September!!!! Apart from working fulltime, doing my youtube and planning this event it is literally and unapologetically taking up all my free time. But luckily I cannot…
Africa is a Continent not a Country
Many people still confuse Africa as a country rather than a continent. It’s time to correct this misconception and celebrate Africa’s diversity.
Book Sales Realeased World Wide
Hi Lovelies!!!! Today I got the wonderful news that the sales for the book have finally been released. And for everyone looking to secure their copies of the book can now purchase it at: http://www.bokus.com/bok/9789129700565/black-vogue-skonhetens-nyanser/ It costs 156 swedish krona which is 18 dollars....aka the cost of a colouredraine lipstick. We set it at this price…
The Black Vogue Makeup Book – Skönhetens Nyanser
Black Vogue is set to release a groundbreaking makeup manual in September 2016, dedicated entirely to black beauty. This project, led by Lovette Jallow, features melanated beauties from the African diaspora and dives deep into the science of melanin. After months of hard work, the book is finally going to print, making history as the…
Black Vogue SE in Amelia Magazine
Black Vogue SE in Amelia (1 of the largest beauty magazines in Sweden) Image taken by Mia Räty, Thandiwe Teisko and Odou Andrews So a month ago i was contacted by Amelia for a magazine article about black beauty and the lack of products on the market. Here are the questions they asked and my…
Black Vogue Nominated by Apoteket for Beauty writer of 2016
Black Vogue has been nominated for Apoteket’s 2016 Beauty Writer of the Year award, recognizing inclusive beauty conversations that inspire underrepresented groups.
Black Vogue on National Swedish Television
So last week Swedish Television SVT2 contacted me and asked if I would be interested to be a part of the Talkshow held by Parisa Amiri on primetime tv. The show was going to be about "the power of Makeup" where the lack of products for darker skinniness would be discussed as well as the…
Lovette Jallow – Voted one of Swedens 100 women of 2016
On the 8th of March 2016 which happens to be the international women day, I walked to my local convenience store to pick up a latte grande and my newspaper so i could sit on my balcony and read before making wigs. As i walked down to the store my phone started sending Facebook notifications…
Black Vogue in Elle Sweden
Elle featured Black Vogue in three blogs: makeup brands we want in Swedish stores, tips for women of color, and how a major department store is bringing in diverse brands.
Black Vogue in Åhlens
In 2016 Åhlens swedes largest department store interviewed and photographed Myself and Admin Antoinette Guede for a piece in their spring magazine. Now this magazine goes out to 850 000 households in Sweden and more were printed for their stores. This was a momentous moment for Black Vogue and for myself because gaining recognition from…
Black Vogue in Expressen (Swedens largest daily newspaper)
Discover how Black Vogue’s work was featured in Expressen, highlighting efforts to bring more diverse makeup brands like NYX Nordics to major cities and online stores in Sweden.
Black Vogue firar Mångfald och Skönhet På Södra Teatern
Den 17 oktober 2015 kommer för alltid att vara en oförglömlig dag, inte bara för mig, utan för många som deltog i ett episkt och helt underbart event på Södra Teatern i Stockholm. När jag grundade Black Vogue trodde jag aldrig att nästan 500 vackra svarta kvinnor i alla nyanser av skulle en dag fysisk…
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Diamond Microdermabrasion on Dark skin
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Lovette Jallow and Kate Wacz united through Raoul Wallenberg. From Holocaust Survival to friendship in the unlikeliest of places.
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Matriarchy Is Not a Mirror of Patriarchy
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Best and worst nailbars in Stockholm
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Diamond Microdermabrasion on Dark skin
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Matriarchy Is Not a Mirror of Patriarchy
What Western Feminism Got Wrong About Matriarchy. Ancestral matriarchies are not reversed patriarchy. Lovette Jallow explains what th
Lovette Jallow’s Grandmother: Exploring Resilient Motherhood, Sacrifice, Legacy,...
What becomes of the mother who must be resilient at all times, the one who....
May 12, 2024
Lovette Jallow
Lovette Jallow & Kate Wacz: A Friendship through...
Lovette Jallow and Kate Wacz united through Raoul Wallenberg. From Holocaust Survival to friendship in....
May 20, 2024
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Black Swedish Representation in “Goodnight Rebel Girls”
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Lovette Jallow’s Insight into Black Women and the...
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Lovette Jallow & Kate Wacz: A Friendship through...
May 20, 2024
Best and worst nailbars in Stockholm
September 30, 2024
Diamond Microdermabrasion on Dark skin
September 30, 2024
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Lovette Jallow’s Grandmother: Exploring Resilient Motherhood, Sacrifice, Legacy,...
What becomes of the mother who must be resilient at all times, the one who....
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Matriarchy Is Not a Mirror of Patriarchy
What Western Feminism Got Wrong About Matriarchy. Ancestral matriarchies are not reversed patriarchy. Lovette Jallow explains what th
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Black Vogue: A Journey of Empowerment, Diversity, and Beauty
October 17, 2015, will forever be an unforgettable day, not....
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Black Vogue SE in Amelia Magazine
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Black Vogue Nominated by Apoteket for Beauty writer of 2016
Black Vogue has been nominated for Apoteket’s 2016 Beauty Writer....
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Black Vogue firar Mångfald och Skönhet På Södra Teatern
Den 17 oktober 2015 kommer för alltid att vara en....
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Matriarchy Is Not a Mirror of Patriarchy
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White Supremacy’s Impact on Embracing Neurodiversity
Challenging white supremacy by embracing neurodiversity in Black autistic and ADHD experiences.
December 13, 2024
Lovette Jallow
Performative DEIB Post-George Floyd: How White Women Co-opted Initiatives
Lets look at how white supremacy shields itself from accountability even in DEIB
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Lovette Jallow
7 Lessons on DEI and Neurodiversity from Lovette Jallow, a Black Woman in the Nordics
In the seemingly pristine Nordics, DEI efforts are often led by those lacking lived experiences,....
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In today’s world, wearing my natural hair in professional headshots challenges Sweden’s ongoing workplace discrimination....
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