Posts on Social Media Aren't Enough, Donate to EJI

I've seen so many posts and reposts and retweets saying things like "I'm not black, but I see you." As much as solidarity is important, watching oppression occur and being complacent in its perpetuation continues to contribute to the evils of white supremacy and the injustices brought to light in recent times! It's time to stop watching and start doing! One way to be active is to donate to organizations pursuing racial justice and healing such as the Equal Justice Initiative.

The Equal Justice Initiative is a phenomenal organization seeking to change the narrative surrounding race in America. They are a non-profit organization that provides legal representation to "people who have been illegally convicted, unfairly sentenced, or abused in state jails and prisons." They challenge death penalty and excessive punishment cases and assist formerly incarcerated individuals with re-entry into everyday life. For more info, visit their website, read Just Mercy by EJI founder Bryan Stevenson, or even watch the movie based on the aforementioned novel.

I implore you to donate! If you don't feel compelled by this organization, then firstly, I'm shocked and you better read more about their amazing mission, and secondly, do the research and due diligence to find another group to support. All it takes is a Google search and a few minutes of your time. And if you're not in the streets protesting, then y'all should be in quarantine so I know you got time :)

If you have a problem with "looting and destruction of property," as I have seen all over social media, then you are missing the point. Re-focus on what is worth much more than material things: all of the black lives lost, the ongoing fight for freedom, and what you can do to help, no matter the color of your skin.