Amanda Seales' Guide to Being a White Ally

Harper's Bazaar Staff

Updated August 21, 2017 at 7:03 p.m.

You might recognize Amanda Seales from HBO's Insecure, or the viral clip fromKaty Perry's live stream dinner where she schooled Caitlyn Jenner on white privilege - or maybe you know her Get Your Life web series, or you've seen her giving social commentary on CNN. Seales literally does it all. Now, the actress/comedian has created Gem Droppin', a new weekly show where she breaks down important distinctions between fact and faction. She continues to share her witty common sense commentary - from uncomfortable politics, to rationale in relationships. Agree or disagree, Amanda keeps everyone laughing and learning while keeping it real, and she's giving Bazaar an exclusive first look.

This week, Seales tackles the difference between being a white savior versus a white ally. Plus, watch last week's video here.

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