In Migration Patterns, photographer Brandon Ruffin abstractly documents the legacy of the Great Migration, a cross-country relocation of Black families from the Southern U.S., and what it looks like when a new home echoes the past without ever having touched it. Read the full feature, What We Carry, in TrooRa's The Border Issue.@ruffdraft#MigrationPatterns #BrandonRuffin #GreatMigration #BlackHistory #CulturalLegacy #AbstractPhotography #HomeAndHeritage #TrooRaMagazine #TheBorderIssue

Across 28 editions of TrooRa, we've remained the same uncompromising source of truly (in our case, troo-ly) independent, sustainable journalism and elevated coverage.This 8-year journey is one we're proud to look back on, and we thank you for your support as we enter our 9th year.We can't wait for you to see what's to come. To see what's next, become a member for 20% off, at less than $25/month. Offer ends October 16th.#TrooRa #IndependentJournalism #SustainableMedia #ElevatedCoverage #MembershipOffer #SupportJournalism #8thYearAnniversary #MediaJourney

We spoke with Sanasi Amos, co-founder of Komfot Health, about the complexities of providing access to post-procedure reproductive care under legal bans. See our full conversation with her in TrooRa's The Womb Issue ’26.Excerpt from "Healing What The Law Forbids" by TrooRa Contributing Writer Oluwatobi Adebanjo.Support more independent, unheard stories like this by becoming a TrooRa member during our anniversary sale for 20% off, at less than $25/month. Offer ends October 16th.#ReproductiveHealth #PostProcedureCare #LegalBans #HealthcareAccess #TrooRaAnniversary #SupportIndependentMedia #WomenInHealthCare #AdvocateForChange

TrooRa turns 8. And we're celebrating by opening the door to the next 100.Join the First 100 and receive:-4 collectible TrooRa print issues -Full digital access + the TrooRa Archive -A full year of independent, global storytelling -Stories rooted in culture, people, place and purposePaid annually: $279.20 That’s under $25/month for a year of TrooRa.October 6-16 only.100 members. One special anniversary offer.Join the First 100 → #TrooRaAnniversary #CelebrateWithUs #IndependentStorytelling #CulturalNarratives #GlobalStories #LimitedOffer #JoinTheCrew #CollectibleIssues #DigitalAccess

In case you needed it, a reminder to move at your own pace. Not anyone else's.#TrooRa #October #SlowLiving #StoriesThatMatter #CultureAndLife

National Vodka Day 🍸 was Sunday October 4th.We took “Sip Slow”VERY Seriously!Crafted in Poland. Captured in Nigeria.Chopin Vodka through the lens of TrooRa.Life’s fast. Sip slow.🍸TrooRa × Chopin@chopinvodka @editor_in_t @morganotagburuagu @funmiajiiboye_ @ayoola4293 @teau.uty @Enogie_charles @jetbeachclub Owen Otas Thompson Hassan Emmanuel Folorunso#trooramagazine #troolala #trooRaxchopin #chopinvodka #lagos*Sponsored Drink Responsibly

Our team brought their A-game to The Border Issue ’26, and we'd be remiss not to share it with you, especially with so many talented hands that helped bring it together.Cover Featuring: @ruffdraft Photography: Sheilby and @baidi_lnpx Styling: @thedfmstudio Lighting: @jeanclaudecubias Creative Direction: @editor_in_tSurrounding Brandon’s cover story is a collection of interviews, stories, and introspections by our Associate Editor Eloise Stark, and TrooRa contributing writers Angelique Redwood, Jacqueline Samaroo, Iryna Kotsulym, Haliya May, Noor RK and many more, weaving together themes of migration, belonging, and the ways our lives are shaped by both literal boundaries and the ones we internalize.Celebrate the next chapter with us at 20% off, for less than $25/month, and get our full 2026 editorial slate plus our archive. Offer ends Oct 16th. Link in Bio→#TheBorderIssue #TrooRaMagazine #BehindTheCover #BrandonRuffin #TrooRa

Today marks eight years of TrooRa, and the perfect time to spotlight the incredible global team that keeps us going from across the world.We're grateful for the platform we've built together, the stories to come, and the next chapter that awaits. Thank you, truly.Until Oct 16th, get our print membership at 20% off, for less than $25/month, paid annually. Don't miss your chance to see the stories we've curated for you.@editor_in_t @issuezero.show @shortcuts.and.sidequests @jacobapezan @a.m.redwood @ariellegonzales_ @lindsaymeetsworld_ @ladycatherina1982 @jaimin303 @prernaslashneha @sikandersid_ @nidakhanwrites @anjimongia @warpreethora @moatazdien @i_fatima.riaz @yvettesamaroo @irinakotsulym @tobitobsss @diversearticulation#TrooRaAnniversary #GlobalTeam #ThankYou #NextChapter #PrintMembership #DiscountOffer #CuratedStories #CelebratingSuccess

It all started with a little girl from Haiti who could barely speak English when she arrived in the U.S., and grew into TrooRa: a multichannel visibility platform that continues to bring the unheard into the spotlight, and disrupt the traditional media landscape.Today, on our eight anniversary, our Founder Trystanne Cunningham leads an exceptional, inclusive and ever-growing global team of independent storytellers, creatives and contributors across borders who are working towards a better world and pushing for change.Thank you to every collaborator, reader, and supporter for these incredible eight years. Celebrate the next chapter with us at 20% off, for less than $25/month, and get our full 2026 editorial slate plus our archive. Offer ends Oct 16th.@editor_in_t#TrooRa #Storytelling #VisibilityMatters #InclusiveStories #CulturalPerspectives GlobalTeam IndependentCreatives HaitianGirlPower ImmigrantVoices EmpowerThroughStories

Henna painting has made quite the trip over the last 5,000 years, with our skin as its canvas.In The Border Issue ’26, our contributing writer Angelique Redwood's follows the origins of henna body art and how a tradition can transform as it travels with us.Has your family brought any traditions with them from another place, or added a new twist over the years? Tell us about it in the comments.Get the full Border Issue at the Link in Bio with our Annual Print Membership.@a.m.redwood#TheBorderIssue #TrooRa #CulturalHeritage #HennaArt #IndigenousArt

A few (of many!) favorite excerpts from our latest release, The Border Issue ’26, exploring migration, identity, and the intangible things we take with us across thresholds of life.Words, in order of appearance: @Angelique Redwood (TrooRa Contributing Writer) @Haliya May (TrooRa Contributing Writer) @Eloise Stark (Associate Editor) @Cary Wong (TrooRa Contributing Writer) @Jacob Apezan (TrooRa Contributing Writer) @Iryna Kotsulym (TrooRa Contributing Writer)Get the EcoLuxe Signed Collector’s Edition as part of TrooRa’s annual print membership, with our full digital archive and complete 2026 editorial slate included: the Womb, Border, Comfort and Wild Issues.Launch Offer Print Membership Available until October 2, through the Link in Bio.#TheBorderIssue #TrooRaMagazine #BorderStories #GlobalVoices #TrooRa"

In our conversation with award-winning architect Mohamad Hafez, we discussed the ways he has channeled arduous experiences such as the Syrian Civil War and migrant crisis into a hopeful body of work that unites across continents, even in the current climate.Read our full conversation with Mohamad in The Border Issue '26, out now. Get your copy in digital or print via the link in bio.@mohamad_hafezWords | Fatima Riaz (TrooRa Contributing Writer)#TrooRa #BorderIssue26 #ArtistInterview #ContemporaryArt #MohamadHafez

Many times, the hardest borders to cross are the ones unseen.In "The Beauty Ban", by TrooRa Contributing Writer Jacob Apezan, we take a look inside the communities secretly risking jail time to navigate bans on self-expression.Explore the full story, and our latest release, The Border Issue, at the link in bio.Read The Full Article →Words @jacobapezan#TheBeautyBan #SelfExpression #BorderIssue #CommunityVoices #ArtisticFreedom #HiddenStruggles #JacobApezan #TrooRa

Join the first 100 for less than $30 a month.From September 23–October 2, join TrooRa’s Annual EcoLuxe Print Membership for under $30/month, paid annually.Receive: Signed Collector’s Border Issue ’26 Signed Collector’s Womb Issue ’26 Comfort Issue ’26 Wild Issue ’26 Digital Membership + ArchiveThe complete 2026 collection moves into 100% EcoLuxe print once 100 paid Annual Members join.Launch offer ends October 2.Sign Up Today#Trooramagazine #independentjournalism #troolala #annualmembership #SustainablePublishing

"Fine dining" and "familial" aren't often paired together, but San Francisco restaurant The Morris manages to combine them into a single experience with one simple mission: "What do we crave?"We spoke with Chef Gavin Schmidt to talk about his seasonal approach to his menu, and the many ways he and his business partner infused their personalities into every dish.The Bayside Story of Chef Gavin Schmidt and The Morris @chefgschmidt Words | @digitalwongRead the full story in TrooRa.