“Speak On It”

Welcome to Speak On It

— the official blog of Touched Apparel, where culture meets conversation. From grassroots movements to global moments, we amplify stories that matter. Here you’ll find bold insights from Project Voter Pride, real talk in News & Awareness, and powerful reflections from our founder. It’s more than a blog

it’s a platform for truth, advocacy, and empowerment. Tap in. Stay loud. Speak on it.

There’s No Such Thing as an “Off-Year” for Black America
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There’s No Such Thing as an “Off-Year” for Black America

“Democracy demands our attention. This fall’s off-year races will shape how communities of color live, learn, breathe and survive — read why every ballot is an act of resistance.” - Project Voter Pride #SpeakOnIt

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Assata Shakur and the Fight Against the Biggest Bully of All
Amber Hasan Amber Hasan

Assata Shakur and the Fight Against the Biggest Bully of All

In honor of Bullying Awareness Month, Touched Apparel’s latest Speak On It blog, “Assata Shakur and the Fight Against the Biggest Bully of All,” explores how bullying extends beyond individuals into powerful systems of oppression. Reflecting on Assata Shakur’s legacy, this piece challenges readers to recognize their own strength in standing up to injustice and systemic bullying.

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Corporate Bullying by Design
Amber Hasan Amber Hasan

Corporate Bullying by Design

AI is marketed to us like magic, it is promoted as endless possibility, innovation, and convenience. But behind the glossy headlines and viral apps, there are massive data centers that keep the machine running. These centers are greedy for power and water. They consume more electricity than entire neighborhoods and drain water supplies that communities depend on.

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Your Support Helps Us Touch More Lives
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Your Support Helps Us Touch More Lives

At Touched Apparel we believe in transparency with our supporters. Many of you have taken advantage of our discount codes in the past and while they were a way to say thank you, we have made the decision to no longer offer them moving forward.

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Refusal As An Act Of Revolution 
News & Awareness Team News & Awareness Team

Refusal As An Act Of Revolution 

What we witnessed with Rep. Nicole Collier is bigger than one representative, one desk, or one vote. This is the physical embodiment of how power works in America, where Black women, who have carried this quasi-democracy on their backs, are forced to fight simply for the right to exist without being monitored, silenced, or controlled. Rep. Nicole Collier refusing to “sign away her dignity” is not just about political procedure it’s about history repeating itself.

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Too Dope To Bully: Owning Our Power, Protecting Our Peace
News & Awareness Team News & Awareness Team

Too Dope To Bully: Owning Our Power, Protecting Our Peace

Too Dope To Bully is more than a campaign — it’s a movement to transform pain into power and spark a cultural shift rooted in kindness, confidence, and respect. In this post, contributor Amber Hasan shares her perspective on overcoming bullying, protecting our peace, and shifting the culture by standing tall in our truth. Because we are all Too Dope To Bully.

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We’re Back — Stronger, Growing, and Ready to Make an Impact Together
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We’re Back — Stronger, Growing, and Ready to Make an Impact Together

Touched Apparel is back and stronger than ever! After a period of rebuilding and growth, we’re excited to relaunch our volunteer initiatives, introduce fresh monthly newsletters from our Project Voter Pride and News & Awareness Teams, and welcome new team members. With new products, bulk purchasing options, and a renewed commitment to our community, now’s the time to reconnect and join us in touching more lives together.

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