Author's parents go all out to celebrate the release of her 'Modern HERstory' book, and it's the sweetest thing Twitter has seen
Equality for HER started at Louisiana State University with only three people in 2014, with a focus on supporting and empowering anyone who identifies as a woman and nonbinary. In 2017, what started as a storytelling platform dedicated itself to focus on providing resources on issues like interpersonal violence, sexual assault, gender diversity, and more.
Blair Imani, the founder of Equality for HER, always felt that she was “too different” to make any difference in the world. Realizing that this feeling stemmed from an inability to see role models that looked like her on TV or in books or movies, she set out to write a book that would be “an inclusive approach to history.”
Modern HERstory: Stories of Women and Nonbinary People Rewriting History tells the story of 70 women, girls, and gender-nonbinary people who have changed or are still changing the world, and she hopes that it will inspire others who don’t see themselves in traditional media as well.
The book comes out on Oct. 16 and has already received glowing reviews. “Blair Imani has given us an encyclopedia not just of the often overlooked in history, but also of the people who are changing the direction of our country today. … We need these role models and fighters — and this book!” said Dawn Laguens, the executive vice president and chief brand officer of Planned Parenthood Federation of America.
Lauren Duca, an award-winning journalist, said, “I wish I had a book like this growing up.”
Library Journal‘s review reads: “Imani’s book is the one we need during the #MeToo and Black Lives Matter movements. … This collection would be a welcome addition to any introductory women’s, gender, and sexuality studies course. It should also be shared among feminists and those passionate about fighting oppression based on class, disability, gender, race, and sexuality.”
But her parents’ support is what is garnering a lot of attention on Twitter — and it’s easy to see why.
First of all…I get home and they have these massive yard signs printed and displayed out front. pic.twitter.com/TH85dB3doQ
— Blair Imani (@BlairImani) October 10, 2018
Imani was greeted by signs showing the cover of her book in her front yard.
THEN! When my mom @krissylupu said that she was ordering coasters I thought it was going to be like monogrammed cardboard but she ordered CERAMIC TILE COASTERS WITH @MODERNHERSTORY’S COVER PRINTED ON IT. pic.twitter.com/HJu9mvow1O
— Blair Imani (@BlairImani) October 10, 2018
Her mother not only color-coordinated hijabs with the book cover but had the cover image made into coasters as well.
PLUS! My mom had buttons made from @guacamomole’s designs in the intro to Chapter 6 😭
I LOVE MY FAMILY pic.twitter.com/Xa5IVR1qMf
— Blair Imani (@BlairImani) October 10, 2018
Her mom even had buttons made with designs from the book’s illustrator, Monique Le.
Imani wrote about her parents’ gifts, “I’ll remember this forever.”
Many Twitter users were moved by the love and support from Imani’s parents, with some even wishing that they had that type of support in their own lives.
Congratulations! Your family is awesome! You are too!
— Christine Lund (@lundce) October 10, 2018
Wonderful! You are loved! Congratulations!!
— 💎Girl 6💎 (@Oh_SOoPrissy757) October 10, 2018
This is wonderful! I am going to close my eyes and imagine someone came and celebrated with me when I got my MS. Or EdS. Or EdD. Or wrote my book. Your post reminds me how important it is to celebrate. I want to do what your family did for those who need a party. #Congratulations
— Julie Connor, Ed.D. (@drjulieconnor) October 10, 2018
I'm so happy for you!!!! It must feel so wonderful to be supported like this! 😭😭😭❤️🙏🙏🙏 I'm going to buy a copy of your book for myself as well as my niece. 🌈🌈🌈🌈🌈🌈
— Cristine (@Owl_ofthewoods) October 11, 2018
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