They are everywhere on cards, bedding, pyjamas, dog bowls and chocolates, but why are hearts associated with love and romance? Hearts are so ubiquitous that toddlers can recognise them in the same way they can identify circles, squares and triangles and not long ago they flooded home decor stores as the ornament and wall hanging of choice.
White women are in a unique position to be better allies to women of color through diversifying their networks, having powerful conversations and amplifying voices.