I cannot express how much gratitude I have for the indigenous leadership of this movement… at this moment in time. I am learning so much. I am humbled. Please listen to Lyla June Johnston. I pulled out some of her words from the video, but you should listen to the story directly from her. It’s […]
Category Archives: Activism
Standing Rock Update
A good overview of this historical moment, the situation at Standing Rock, getting into the specifics about the use of the pipeline itself, finances behind it, and other details about the Army Corps of Engineers and timelines. I hadn’t heard the phrase “deep north” yet… to parallel the “deep south” and the racism that is […]
The Truth About Thanksgiving
This week many Americans celebrate Thanksgiving. The truth is that this country was colonized by European men who killed the native people living here, raping the land and the women, murdering all in their path, including children. The European (white) men were greedy for resources and land and willing to cause any harm to get […]
Solidarity Looks Like…
Article: Allies Form a Circle of Protection Around Muslim Students Praying in Michigan “Events of solidarity like this give us hope.”
Let People with Power Know We’re Paying Attention
One of my almost daily practices lately has been making calls to local, state and federal government officials, law enforcement, and companies. I’m asking those that I’ve elected to have power in this country and others that just have power, to use their power for good. I’ve been calling to voice my opinions regarding Standing […]
Houses Not Handcuffs
BeLoved Asheville is an intentional community of people on the streets and margins of our city, working to end homelessness, poverty, and prejudice. BeLoved’s Homeless Voice Project is about amplifying the voice of people who are living on the streets and in shelters on issues concerning homelessness and the housing crisis in Asheville. In a […]
Facing Race 2016
Facing Race Conference 2016 Largest multi-racial, multi-issue, intergenerational national gathering dedicated to racial justice 2300 people in Atlanta, GA My notes from the conference “A cohesive multiracial movement is our best hope.” Rinku Sen, ED of Race Froward and Publisher of Colorlines “We gotta show folks what it looks like when we love and protect each other. […]