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My work as a creative focuses on educating people on the diversity of the Black race — Blackness is not monolithic. As an Emmy-nominated producer, I’ve produced stories and graphics examining the history of African American English, why Black Americans love anime, and how Haiti had to pay France for its freedom.
Additionally, in college, I created a three-part web series Tus Parceros, which highlighted 11 Afro-Latinx students and myself discussing topics regarding Afro-Latinidad, including analyzing race, traveling to our parents’ hometowns for the first time, and the commonalities amongst cultures of the African diaspora. The goal of Tus Parceros was to educate viewers on the multidimensions of the Latinx community built on an individual’s unique experiences — based on ethnic background, homelife, and their Afro-Latinx community.
I’m always interested in new projects that intersect culture & history. I LOVE to research, so if you have a project I’d be a good fit for, please reach out! Email: contact@eileensalazar.com
Latin America Tried To Eliminate Black People — And Failed
The dominant narrative in Latin America is that racism doesn’t exist, but that is a lie. Here’s why.
Why So Many Black People Love Anime
Anime brings in more than $20 billion a year globally, with Pokémon being the highest-grossing media franchise — in history. But what is it about anime that has helped it maintain this outsized influence for decades? And how did anime become a huge hit with Black audiences?
How the U.S. and France Made Haiti Poor
Haiti is the first Black-led republic, but now it’s often characterized as “poor,” “dangerous” and “unstable.” What has contributed to Haiti’s misery? What is missing in this conversation?
Will This Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1 Get Totally Wrecked? | Price the Hype
Price the Hype is Sole Collector's sneaker-themed game show. On this episode, three contestants use their reselling and sneaker knowledge to compete for cash and a grand prize pair of Travis Scott x Air Jordan 1s. However, will the sneakers make it out unscathed?
Why Saying “Period, Sis” Isn’t Internet Slang
Have you ever heard someone say “periodt,” “sis” or “chile”? Most likely if you’ve been on social media. You might think that it’s just internet slang — and you’d be wrong. These words are actually part of a distinct English dialect developed by Black American communities.
Europe’s Problem With The Roma
This ethnic group (also known by more derogatory names like “gypsies”) has been discriminated against for hundreds of years. And the Romani still face open bigotry today. We’re going to look at who the Roma people are and their ongoing fight for respect and survival.
How Black Women Used Covert Bake Sales To Fight Segregation
Celebrated Afro-Dominican pastry chef Paola Velez and her fellow culinary masterminds launched Bakers Against Racism, a campaign to fight systemic racism by baking.
Is Israel Guilty Of Apartheid Against Palestinians?
For many years, Palestinians have accused Israel of practicing apartheid: An official policy of treating the people under its rule differently depending on their ethnicity.
Some Black History: Colombia
Did you know Colombia has the third largest population of Black people in the western hemisphere?
What Everyone Gets WRONG About
Farm Work
Some insist on calling farmworkers “unskilled” or “low-skilled.” In this award-winning documentary, Yara Elmjouie travels to Salinas, California, to learn firsthand why farm work is A LOT more difficult, complex – and yes, skilled.
Which One Should Be Used? Hispanic vs. Latinx
It’s National Hispanic Heritage Month but should it be Latinx Heritage Month? Let’s break down what each term even means.