Periagoge
Scenario

When academic achievements get overshadowed by colorist assumptions

My cousin got into the same college as me with lower grades and everyone keeps saying how 'pretty' and 'well-spoken' she is, and I know exactly what they mean.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Educational accomplishments can be minimized when lighter-skinned family members receive praise that implies they deserve opportunities more.

Your guide for this
Juana
Juana works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Colorism and intraracial identity?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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