Vilissa Thompson, Author at Prism - Page 2 of 3

Black female teacher with short grey natural hair helping teenager student. Both are wearing face masks

As burnout worsens for educators, Black teachers face intersecting challenges

by Vilissa Thompson October 24th, 2022January 23rd, 2023

Sick African American boy blowing nose while sitting wrapped in a blanket on mother's lap at home.

Race

Black mothers discuss continued struggles in year three of the pandemic

by Vilissa Thompson May 17th, 2022May 3rd, 2023

Gender & LGBTQIA+

For disabled women of color, telehealth has been a pandemic lifeline

by Vilissa Thompson April 12th, 2022April 13th, 2022

Attendees enter the convention center during Comic Con Special Edition in San Diego, California, November 27, 2021

Politics & Democracy

How events can prioritize disabled attendees’ safety

by Vilissa Thompson March 22nd, 2022March 22nd, 2022

Race

Black women are celebrating their love of wine by creating their own spaces in the industry

by Vilissa Thompson February 23rd, 2022February 23rd, 2022

Gender & LGBTQIA+

For Black queer femmes, redefining Blackness and queerness are revolutionary acts

by Vilissa Thompson February 3rd, 2022February 3rd, 2022

Race

Disabled activists warn that a ‘return to normal’ threatens increased accessibility through virtual and hybrid events

by Vilissa Thompson December 28th, 2021December 29th, 2021

Gender & LGBTQIA+, Race

Black disabled mothers deserve to be seen, especially on Mother’s Day

by Vilissa Thompson May 7th, 2021May 17th, 2021

Gender & LGBTQIA+, Race

Centering Black love in the adult toy industry can empower sexual expression and autonomy

by Vilissa Thompson April 27th, 2021April 27th, 2021

Race

Black and brown sex workers are providing direct support to help BIPOC thrive in adult entertainment

by Vilissa Thompson April 14th, 2021April 14th, 2021