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Jamia Wilson

New York, NY

I am a writer, scholar, activist, organizer, expat-brat, networker, cartwheeler, truthseeker, yogini and storyteller.

Interests: Cool people, 'got your back' people, funny people, vintage fashionistas, teachers, my maker, learners, Kara Walker, Santi White from the punk band Stiffed, Anna Karina. Barack Obama, other quirky femme-noirs, Neil Young, my great grand pa Herman Mckinney, activists, revolutionaries, Marie Antoinette, people who give me orchids and coy smiles, people who know how to make me tiramis, midnight swimming, sweet smelling, dancing, contemplating, playground rules playing, people who sincerely give a damn, lovers, fighters, brave ones. and..bloggers. Who I don't want to meet? Petty Tyrants.

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REVEAL YOUR SOUL

On May 7th, REVEAL's, fabulous, ferocious & fiery heat will be warming NYC. Join the she-force on May 7th. Enter the code DIVA and get $20 off registration at revealconference.org! Can't wait to see you there! Continue reading

Posted May 5, 2011 at Pretty Politico

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Your Voice Matters

Happy International Women's Day and Feminist Coming Out Day! Your voice matters--blog, tweet, vlog, write an op-ed, speak, donate to your favorite women's org, sign a petition, and tell your story! Sending love, respect, and appreciation to all of the women in the world-and most of all to my mom... Continue reading

Posted Mar 9, 2011 at Pretty Politico

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Pretty Politico LIVE @ Women In the World 2011

Delighted to be back after a temporary blogging hiatus. I'm back in the game and I'm thrilled to be live-tweeting the informative and inspiring panels at Newsweek and The Daily Beast’s second annual Women in the World summit. I'll be tweeting from @jamiaw using the hashtag #WIW11. Don't miss a... Continue reading

Posted Mar 9, 2011 at Pretty Politico

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MTV Abortion Special "No Easy Decision" Addresses Abortion with Compassionate Integrity

I have had time to process last night's show and I must say, I'm still in awe of the surprise we received from MTV. We have a long way to go, but yesterday's special and the sisterhood and communion so many women are gaining as a result inspires me. What... Continue reading

Posted Dec 29, 2010 at Pretty Politico

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Show Some Pro-Voice Love: Tune In to "16 and Loved"

For the first time in three seasons of MTV's popular series "16 & Pregnant," and one season of "Teen Mom." MTV is debuting their first coverage of teens who choose to have abortions, called “No Easy Decision.” The WMC team and I are embarking on a watch-in, in solidarity with... Continue reading

Posted Dec 22, 2010 at Pretty Politico

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The New Young Feminists

(More Magazine) I attended the 92nd Street Y/MORE Magazine panel on “The New Young Feminists” with Naomi Wolf on Wednesday night. Here are some articles recapping the event: Jezebel Wall Street Journal Blog Time Out NY While I appreciate the value of the intergenerational discussion, I would have loved more... Continue reading

Posted Nov 12, 2010 at Pretty Politico

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OH SNAP! Young Feminists: Anna Quindlen Has Our Back

One of my fabulous feminist friends posted a Facebook update musing that she wished that Anna Quindlen would have won an award at the Feminist Press 40 Under 40 event last night. Sandra Levine's acceptance speech purportedly stated that women under 40 don't call themselves feminists. Appearently this remark was... Continue reading

Posted Oct 20, 2010 at Pretty Politico

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SPARK A Movement !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Posted Oct 15, 2010 at Pretty Politico

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Manifesting a Movement—a Spiritual Uprising

Crosspost from Women's Media Center Inspired by the women she met at the Omega Women and Power Conference, WMC’s Jamia Wilson explains why their visions of spirituality belong at the heart of feminism. The Omega Sanctuary. For me, feminism is God’s work. Yes, I am a pro-choice feminist who celebrates... Continue reading

Posted Oct 11, 2010 at Pretty Politico

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Everyday Angels

Last night, I experienced Gabrielle Bernstein's "The Universe Has Your Back" lecture and feel uplifted. I'm excited to start 30 days of meditation in order to take back my life, go within, and get up-close-and-personal with my divine feminine and my inner guide. Gabrielle is a student of Marianne Williamson... Continue reading

Posted Oct 1, 2010 at Pretty Politico

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Same S#$% Different Article

When I read this article this morning, I was annoyed to be reading yet another piece about the work young feminists aren't doing and why we're stultifying the movement. Unbeknownst to some, young and younger feminists are driven, active, and awesome. We deserve respect and partnership, not blame. I intentionally... Continue reading

Posted Oct 1, 2010 at Pretty Politico

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Pretty Politico's Interview with Ani DiFranco: “Feminism Will Save the World"

At the Omega Institute’s 2010 Women and Power Conference last weekend, WMC Vice President Jamia Wilson spoke to Grammy Award winning singer-songwriter Ani DiFranco about feminism, spirituality and leadership. Ani DiFranco marched and performed at the April 25, 2004, March for Women's Lives in Washington, D.C. Feminist icon, political activist,... Continue reading

Posted Oct 1, 2010 at Pretty Politico

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I am taking time to enjoy the quiet of the holiday weekend. Every once in a while, its important to stand up against the walls within ourselves and have frank conversations about where we are, where we're going, and where we need to be. Recently, I have experienced a whirlwind... Continue reading

Posted Sep 5, 2010 at Pretty Politico

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Obama Administration Announces New Ban on Abortion Funds

When the Obama administration excluded abortion care in the temporary insurance pools, they compromised the health and safety of women with pre-existing conditions that may result in risks during pregnancy. Women with breast cancer, ovarian cancer, AIDS, diabetes, and other pre-existing conditions will face an undue burden due to the... Continue reading

Posted Aug 30, 2010 at Pretty Politico

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Happy Women's Equality Day

Please join me in celebrating 90 years of voting rights by taking action to eliminate barriers to equality. I am proud to take action by supporting Fair and Feminist's "THIS IS WHAT A YOUNG FEMINIST LOOKS LIKE" Blog Carnival. In two months, I'll be turning thirty years young. During this... Continue reading

Posted Aug 26, 2010 at Pretty Politico

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Still Breathing

It has been a really long time since I have posted on my blog because I was thrust into one of the biggest change cycles I have ever experienced. I left a job, moved house, started a new job that is really intense, and have not unpacked yet. I hit... Continue reading

Posted Aug 26, 2010 at Pretty Politico

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I was speechless when I heard Wilma Mankiller passed away recently. Today is also a sad day. We have lost another great hero and social justice change maker. Dorothy Height departed from her earthly body today. I am grateful for her strength, courage, and example. Thank you to Dorothy Height... Continue reading

Posted Apr 20, 2010 at Pretty Politico

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Goodness Gracious!

I am having a positive day. After a week of struggles and tests, possibilities are begining to reveal themselves. I woke up this morning thinking about my dad singing Shirley Caesar's gospel anthem "He's Working it Out". It came at an interesting time where many things have been testing my... Continue reading

Posted Mar 30, 2010 at Pretty Politico

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"Ooh Child, Things Are Gonna Get Easier"

Last night I hosted IPAS and Lisa Russell's film screening for the documentary Not Yet Rain. Zen Master Charlotte Joko Beck’s belief that “the opposite of injustice is not justice, but compassion” captures the true essence of what drives Lisa Russell and IPAS to dedicate their energy toward protecting women... Continue reading

Posted Mar 19, 2010 at Pretty Politico

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Women in the World

Pretty Politico will be live blogging and tweeting from The Daily Beast's Women in the World Summit this weekend. Join us for this amazing event featuring amazing women including Fatima Bhutto, Queen Rania, Julie Taymore, Barbara Walters, Cristiane Amanpour, Diane Sawyer, and Valerie Jarrett. Follow my tweets at the left... Continue reading

Posted Mar 12, 2010 at Pretty Politico

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Soul Food: GREAT Internship Available!

Please check out this amazing internship opportunity and pass it on to your friends who might be interested. This would be a wonderful professional and personal opportunity to make an impact in your life and the lives of others. Greetings everyone, I am the founder of Tender Shoots Wellness, a... Continue reading

Posted Mar 9, 2010 at Pretty Politico

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Vote For My Idea for Change!

I remember my dad teaching me the lyrics to John Lennon's "Imagine" when I was a very little girl. I vividly recall pressing rewind to hear the words again and again. I was mesmerized with the music and the message. Even though I was young, I understood the sacred meaning... Continue reading

Posted Feb 16, 2010 at Pretty Politico

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Party for Love!

A friend of mine recently suggested that we start a political party based on the premise of "loving kindness" even though the rest of the world would scorn us for our naivete. I thought it was a beautiful thought because the personal is political and every one of our actions... Continue reading

Posted Feb 12, 2010 at Pretty Politico

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My father has mastered the art of recitation. Daddy posesses an amazing ability to memorize poems, speeches, prayer quotes, and witticisms. I love the wise words he shares with me. I will always cherish every poem, prayer, and song he has exposed me to. In many ways, words are one... Continue reading

Posted Feb 4, 2010 at Pretty Politico

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I'm a believer that everything happens for a reason. When moments of inner tension begin to creep into my body and paralyze me, I try to locate the insecurities and fear are coming from in order to break free. I liken the feeling of this inner tightening to the process... Continue reading

Posted Feb 2, 2010 at Pretty Politico

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