Dear Aunty & Uncle, Last time, we talked about Policing. Now, some of you may be thinking, “this will all phase out and people will start forgetting about it.” But I want us to remember that this movement and these conversations are not going to end as we wrap up this series. Today, let’s talk about …
Dear Aunty & Uncle, Last time, we talked about Anti-Racism. Now, some of you may be thinking, “not all cops are bad,” or “there would be no law & order if we defund the police.” But there is so much more to the story that you may not know about. Today, let’s talk about the realities …
Dear Aunty & Uncle, Last time, we talked about Anti-Blackness. Now, some of you may be thinking, “but we are doing our part,” “we treat everyone equally” or “it’s better to just stay silent.” But it isn’t enough to just not be openly racist. Today, let’s talk about the importance of BEING ANTI-RACIST. “If you are neutral …
Dear Aunty & Uncle, Last time, we talked about Equity. Now, some of you may be thinking, “but we are not a part of the problem.” And even if we are not outwardly racist, we are still a part of the problem. I know this is where things may get more uncomfortable and personal, but many …
Dear Aunty & Uncle, Last time, we talked about Protests. Now, some of you may be thinking “This is not right because all lives matter.” And that’s true, every human’s life does matter, but today let’s talk about why we say BLACK LIVES MATTER. Instead of reading what I have to say about how the phrase …
Dear Aunty & Uncle, Last time, we talked about how: Black people did not choose the lives they live. The history of race, racism and slavery are impacting black people’s access to opportunities today. Systemic Racism (a combination of our history, policies, and cultural practices) contributes to the injustices (unfairness) that black people face today. …
Dear Aunty & Uncle, Last time we talked about how: This past week has made us uncomfortable, upset, and scared, but how our black brothers and sisters have been living with this pain, sadness, and fear everyday of their lives. We are a part of this problem, but we have the ability to listen, learn, …
Dear Aunty & Uncle(or mummy, papa, bhai, ben, cousin, friend, dada, dadi…), I’m asking for just 10 minutes of your day for 10 days (more if you’d like)! I am not here to argue with you, yell at you, or raise my voice at you. I am here to have a discussion with you. Maybe …
Introduction to the series and talking about Black Lives Matter “But why is everybody overreacting over the death of one man?”Dear Aunty & Uncle, Let’s talk about Racism “But we’re also minorities who struggle.”Dear Aunty & Uncle, Let’s Talk About Privilege “But they’re looting and hurting innocent businesses. Nobody will sympathize with them.”Dear Aunty & …
