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Jade Underwood

Jade Underwood is an illustrator and writer currently interning for the Kansas City Defender. They are getting their bachelor’s degree in English at the University of Missouri Kansas-City. Jade primarily focuses on social activism and hot topics on the internet.

Jade's Latest Articles

The Explosion of AI Artwork & Its Harmful Impact on Black Creatives

By Jade Underwood ● Arts & Culture ● January 13, 2023 January 13, 2023

Artwork created by AI machines has gone viral on the internet. Artists however, are outraged as it may be doing more harm than good.

Why Breast Cancer Is A Black Health Issue (And Resources for Folks in MO & KS)

By Jade Underwood ● Health & Wellness ● November 1, 2022 November 1, 2022

Although breast cancer disease affects hundreds of thousands of individuals yearly, it disproportionately affects black people. Here’s what you should know.

young couple watching horror movie while sitting on a couch at home. Young man is smiling with arm wrapped around a young girl covering her face with her hand.

Black Horror Films to Watch Before Halloween is Over

By Jade Underwood ● Arts & Culture ● October 25, 2022 October 25, 2022

Halloween is coming and it’s time to get in a spooky mood. Here is a list of some black horror and thriller films to watch before the season comes to a close. These are in no particular order, so feel free to pick and choose what movie feels right for you.