reflections

Heymee Herrero

EDF4506

Critical and Creative Reflection 5

I’m going to initiate with this question; What is culture? Culture is characteristic ideas, traditions, social forms and content features of a set group of individuals, country or social group. There are many cultures in the world and some of these cultures seem to be a big pill for some people to swallow. Because these cultures are so diverse from their own, they consider that those traditions are inferior to their own. People assume a person, or a set group of people is less than they are, they began to treat them as such. Occasionally, they don't do too much, but that subconscious reflection makes them do or say things that continue to put these people down and misunderstand who they are. This privilege is the reason why so much black and brown individuals are constantly getting the short end of the stick. This issue is a series matter and shouldn't be taken lightly although it has been for quite some time.

My voice is shaped by my culture, experiences and upbringing. I am the daughter of Cuban immigrants, and I am the first person in my family to attend college / university. Because of this, I have witnessed firsthand the challenges that my parents and other members of our community endure. I have also seen the strength and resilience of my community. I came from a working-class family and grew up in a poor area. These experiences have shaped my voice and my commitment to social justice.

In my writing, I often write about my experiences as a first-generation college / university student and the experiences of my community. I also write about the importance of education and social justice. I believe that every person deserves access to a quality education. I also believe that education is a powerful tool for social change. I use my voice to write about these issues because I care deeply about them. I also use my voice to speak out against injustice. I have marched in protest police brutality and racism. I have also spoken out against the Trump administration's policies that target immigrants and people of color. I will continue to use my voice to fight for social justice. My culture, experiences and upbringing have shaped my voice and my commitment to social justice. I will continue to use my voice to fight for the rights of my community and all marginalized communities.

I am a strong advocate for change. I believe that our society needs to change in order to become more equitable and just. I am passionate about this issue, and I believe that my voice can make a difference. I am committed to using my voice to speak out against inequality and to fight for social change.