A lot of my followers on instagram have sent me amazing black lives matter resources that I really want to share with you.
We are living in a time that will change history and that’s something I’m thrilled to be apart of.
HOW DID YOU GROW UP?
It feels weird to be in the year 2020 and have racism be more alive than ever. Growing up I was taught to treat others the way I was treated. I’ve striven my whole life to do that because I know how awful it can feel to be bullied and left out.
I do NOT however have any clue what it feels like to be mistreated because of the color of my skin, and this movement has is really opening up my eyes and making me see, I still have so much to learn. (NOTE: Some of the links provided are affiliate links and I do get a small commission from them. They help support my channel. Thanks so much for your support!)
“I’M NOT A RACIST”
It’s not enough to think and say “I’m not racist”. What does that sentence really mean?
Over this past week I’ve dug deep into reading blog posts, watching movies, discussing what “I’m not racist” really means and more so, listening. In a few short sentences, this is what I’ve learned.
- It means I do not judge or treat people differently because of their skin (aka treat people the way I want to be treated – come on it’s 2020 let’s all act this way).
- It means when my grandparents, friends and even family say something that is remotely disrespectful, I don’t just sit there in silence, I SPEAK THE FUCK UP.
- It means when my fellow humans ask for help because they feel mistreated I LISTEN and I HELP.
Let me know in the comments what you’ve learned. Now let’s get to the resources.
RESOURCES
Here is a list I have compiled on the best, movies, books, tv shows, podcasts, and places to donate and support. I haven’t watched, listened, or read all these resources but I will work through what I can and educated myself. Thanks to everyone who sent me suggestions.
TOP BOOKS – BLACK LIVES MATTER
Some of these books may be sold out, don’t forget you can always get the audible version immediately!
Why I am no longer talking to white people about race
So you want to talk about Race
When they Call you a Terrorist
Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?
TV SHOWS AND MOVIES – BLACK LIVES MATTER
Queen and Slim – rent on Amazon, Google Play and Youtube
Fruitvale Station – rent on Amazon prime, Google Play and Youtube
Get Out – rent on Amazon prime, Google Play and Youtube
The Hate U Give Us – rent/buy on Amazon prime, Google Play and Youtube
The Tale of 4 – watch here on Youtube
12 Years a Slave – rent on Amazon prime, Google Play and Youtube
PODCASTS – GEARED TOWARDS BLACK LIVES MATTER AND CULTURE
DONATE
Minnesota Freedom Fund – Pause on Donations but please view their list of worthy orgs.
Black Visions Collective – Donate Here
Reclaim the Block – Donate Here
SIGN THESE PETITIONS
BAIL + LEGAL COUNSEL DOCUMENT
This is such a brilliant document and who ever created it, THANK YOU!
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CjZMORRVuv-I-qo4B0YfmOTqIOa3GUS207t5iuLZmyA/mobilebasic
CITY OF SEATTLE ACTION GUIDE
MOST IMPORTANLY, REGISTER TO VOTE & VOTE IN NOVEMBER!
One last thing, if you have other resources and recommendations please leave a comment. Let’s keep the conversation going!
