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Notes on #BlackLivesMatter and anti-racism voices, causes, and organizations
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Hi there 👋
In lieu of the usual marketing articles I share each week, I’ve included a number of articles and resources that have helped shape my perspective on race, diversity, privilege, and inclusion over the past years and recent days.
As many of you may know, I live in the U.S. — I’ve been doing my best to listen, learn, and participate in this moment. I’m proud that Buffer made a stand. And I’m hopeful we can all use these experiences to enact real change.
Wishing you all the best this week.
~ Kevan
Five books, articles, & lists I’ve found helpful
Heavy
by Kiese Laymon
A powerful memoir about growing up as a Black man in America and all the injustices, inequality, and traumas he endured. There’s a powerful podcast interview with Kiese here, in which he goes deeper into the book, his family, and his experiences.
The Hate U Give
book by Angie Thomas
A novel about a 16-year-old Black student who witnesses the shooting death of a friend at the hands of a police officer. This book was recently made into a movie, too.
Ways you can help
by Black Lives Matter
When You’re Done: Educate Yourself. This Doesn’t Go Away Once The Topic Isn’t, “Trending.”
12 ways to break your filter bubble and gain diverse perspectives
by Courtney Seiter, Buffer
How to make this moment the turning point for real change
by President Barack Obama
A full list of anti-racism resources
Anti-racist books
So You Want to Talk About Race
Mindful of Race: Transforming Racism from the Inside Out
The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness
Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria: And Other Conversations About Race
Race Talk and the Conspiracy of Silence: Understanding and Facilitating Difficult Dialogues on Race
White Fragility: Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism
Anti-racist courses, workshops, and groups
The Great Unlearn on Instagram
Taking action
Black Lives Matter Donation Badge
(A customizable website badge to show your support)
Charities and funds
American Civil Liberties Union
People and organizations to follow (via)
Lee Merrit (Civil Rights Lawyer)
Misc. resources
Transform Allyship into Action
via @usc_sjmc on Instagram
Advice for companies
via @nirushika on Twitter
Thanks so much for reading.
— Kevan
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