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When systemic and systematic racism is eradicated, dead and gone from our shores!
JOIN US AND MAKE SOME NOISE!
We will be implementing change and challenging where we can. I have asked for a speaker at the next school INSET (September) to support the cause.
We can make a difference through education
I will speak out at every opportunity.
Even if the only thing I can do is share on social media I will advance into my old age fighting for BLM
All lives matter.
I am ashamed to say I have never educated her on her heritage or helped her get to know her culture, I will ensure I educate myself so I can educate all of my children.
I will support the fight for justice and actively encourage them to be a part of it...
I have over the last few months I have been working on my understanding and knowledge of the racism and challenges faced by black and brown people by reading, watching and listening to the words spoken by anti-racist campaigners and writers a
The mistreatment of people based on something so ridiculous as race is ludicrous. How can this still be happening?
I’m breaking the white silence and am determined to see a positive change for all worldwide.
I'm old now but will if possible attend local protests.
EMD
I will educate my daughter about the wrongs of the past and present and show by example how to respect ALL
I will be anti-racist
I will learn about racism from people who have experienced it.
I will acknowledge my whiteness and also not fall into white guilt that makes me inactive aganst the fight.
I will no longer be colour blind
I will put myself in a position to be corrected and take risks. I will make myself uncomfortable.
We have begun a campaign to explain to members what Black Lives Matter is all about and the importance of standing up as anti racist. I would not describe any of our members as racist but the unconscious biases do break through and I know that to be anti- racist I must challenge them.
That isn't always easy but I will keep trying...
Voices of children matter!
British children want to talk about racism
Thank you Lily Roughan age 10 (Halloween Pumpkin) & Thomas Roughan age 7 (RUBY RED Poem)
We hear you and the viewers and readers will too!
AUDIO
Listen to Thomas Roughan in his own words; age just 7 he wrote this poem titled RUBY RED with the Black Lives Matter Movement in mind. Click here to go to where we've published Thomas's poem for the world to read the words of an innocent child on his early experience of racism in the playgroud of his old school. You'll also get to listen to his recent radio interview on radio Solent!
Thomas wrote this poem for a 500 Words: Black Lives Matter competition
St John’s College a progressive educational establishment encourages important conversations at home, at school and across the nation, the themes and issues was relating to what was emerging from the Black Lives Matter movements all around globe. The initiative encouraged children to think of what’s going on in the world, and Thomas told us!
St John’s College wrote “Year 4 student Thomas wrote an incredibly powerful poem in response to the movement and got through to the first round.
Read his compelling piece below:”
The same poem is also on Thomas's new school website St John’s College, Hampshire, here is the link below:
Thomas Roughan - RUBY RED
FROM THOMAS ROUGHAN A CHILD ABOVE TO CONSTANTINE A AN ADULT'S BELOW WHO FEEL, WHO KNOWS RACISM IN WRONG
June 2020 in midst of COVID-19, like so many of us across the world Constantine like millions of other was impacted and affected by the visual and moving images of George Floyd being murdered in front of the eyes of the world, he sent in a poem and went on to recite using his words and his voice. Take a listen to the author...
I AM NOT "OTHER"
Author: Constantine
"To give them context, I am not a writer, far less a poet. These words came out spontaneously in the wake of the George Floyd murder. I just wrote them down as they came, and didn't edit or re-write, although there might have been some benefit in that!"
Read Constantine go to quotes...
AUDIO
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— Nationwide UK (@AskNationwide) September 22, 2020
Diversity Troupe
Ashley Banjo: "The fight for Justice should not become a ‘trend’🖤 Love this powerful & moving video by the team!"
FIGHT FOR JUSTICE
FIGHT FOR OUR CHILDREN'S RIGHT TO BE TAUGHT THE WHOLE STORY OF BRITISH HISTORY IN SCHOOLS
FIGHT FOR RACIAL EQUALITY
WORDS ARE NOT ENOUGH
Protesting is a human right?
Both in common law and the Human Rights Act 1998
Article 11 of the European Convention of Human Rights provides freedom of assembly. This means that every individual, regardless of cause, has the right to protest, march or demonstrate in a public space.
Protests and marches:
Letting the police know
By law you must tell the police in writing 6 days before a public march if you’re the organiser.
If you arrange a march at short notice, you must still tell the police as soon as you can.
If there’s no march involved
If there’s no march organised as part of your protest, you do not have to tell the police.
STORIES MATTER
Read it direct from Disney: storiesmatter.thewaltdisneycompany.com
It's long believed that old animations have racist undertones or even blatant racism portrayed in its character depiction.
Several Disney films have been criticised in the past for how they portray stereotypes of people from different countries.
Sep 2020 Disney decided to be progressive with its sensitivity surrounding racial discrimination and racism and how it relates to modern times and is now issuing tougher warnings against racial stereotypes in some of its classic films on its Disney+ streaming service.
Original cartoon versions of movies such as Dumbo, The Jungle Book, Peter Pan, Lady And The Tramp, Aladdin, and The Aristocats now feature a stark message condemning some of the characters.
Subscribers to the service will see the following message when they click on certain films:
"This programme includes negative depictions and/or mistreatment of people or cultures.
These stereotypes were wrong then and are wrong now. Rather than remove this content, we want to acknowledge its harmful impact, learn from it and spark conversation to create a more inclusive future together."
"Disney is committed to creating stories with inspirational and aspirational themes that reflect the rich diversity of the human experience across the globe."
IN 2019 Disney featured a shorter disclaimer message on some of its films, and it read:
"This programme is presented as originally created. It may contain outdated cultural depictions."
SPEAK YOUR TRUTH
BLACK LIVES MATTER
“James Brown was an inspirational activist throughout his career. Using his platform to fight and raise awareness around the issues regarding oppression of black people. This song by Corei Shy is a nod to him, "is my humble way of doing the same” says Corei.
...After hearing the story from this warm, socially awkward yet endearing Producer / DJ, you’ll understand why he decided to explore the relationship between the police and the Black British community in the music video for his uptempo club anthem James Brown. Co-Written with long time collaborator & hitmaker DaVinChe
GET TO KNOW COREI SHY - CLICK HERE TO SEE PROFILE!
BLACK LIVES STILL MATTER
WHEN THE DUST SETTLES
THE LEGACY LIVES ON - REST IN POWER
Geoff ’s Story
Simon's Story
Leila's Story
David’s Story
Helen’s Story
Rohit’s Story
Will’s Story
In Discussion - Prejudice
Music stars including Lewis Capaldi and Rita Ora call for end to racism
More than 700 signatories from the UK music industry - including artists, managers, producers and companies - have written an open letter urging people to "stand together" and "wipe out racism now".
We believe in the power of imagery to change the world and we choose to amplify imagery for positive change with Agora
#StopRacism by Agora photographers worldwide
Now more than ever, the world is taking a stand against racism, Agora photographers included!
2,120 photos have been submitted from all corners of the world, and 48 were selected to make it to the final voting rounds.
Click image to see all the finalist photos, discover the stories behind the pictures and learn a little more about Agora.
YouTube Video Gil Scott-Heron - The Revolution Will Not Be Televised (Full Band Version)
Published Date: 16 March 2016
Description: Gil Scott-Heron - The Revolution Will Not Be Televised (1971)
As the US Civil Rights Movement gained momentum in the late 1960s, Scott-Heron recorded this musical poem that attacks the lethargy of the nation, spouting lame TV advertising slogans to parody the seriousness of the struggle:
“The revolution will not go better with Coke / The revolution will not fight the germs that may cause bad breath / The revolution will put YOU in the driver's seat.”
YouTube Video SWISS - CAN'T BREATHE (PROD: SKY BEATS) #CantBreatheSwiss
Published Date: 30 May 2020
Description: Made in 2014 after 'Eric Garner' was murdered, and it's sad that these words are still so relevant. So I decided to do a video release in light of the recent murder of 'George Floyd' to release the shock-energy I received after watching his death yesterday (29.05.20) which I tried to avoid doing.
Sometimes while we adjust to a trauma music can often speaks for us can evokes emotions much louder and deeper than our own words at times.
These 3 songs tell a story, a journey of struggle and pain, all three songs takes us there, to a place where it all makes sense...
You may have a different song you can call upon, what we do know It's time for a NEW Revolution ~ Black & White Revolution.
It has to be together, it cannot work apart and together we can make it through.
BLACK LIVES MATTER
HOW DO WE CONVEY EMOTIONAL PAIN AND MOURN BRUTAL MURDERS OF BLACK BODIES
Please take a listen to these 4 thought provoking YouTube videos
SWISS from So Solid crew (BRIT, PRS ,MOBO award winners)
WITH
'I CAN'T BREATHE'
Legend Gill Scott Heron an American soul and jazz poet
'The Revolution Will Not Be Televised'
Ajay Stephens - Memories (Drinks Bring Back Memories)
AND
Last but not least
Age just 12yr
Keedron Bryant
Sings a heart-breaking song
ft Will.i.am
I Just Wanna Live ( I Can’t Breathe )
(Scroll Down Page to view)
GEORGE FLOYD
(RIP 25-05-2020)
...
“It’s not Black British culture, it’s British culture, period.” Watch the highlights from Steve McQueen's powerful #EsquireTownhouse talk, with @Breitling. Full version: https://t.co/4jxBXZTFsf pic.twitter.com/q2OgjxJMph
— Esquire UK (@EsquireUK) October 17, 2020
Keedron Bryant - I Just Wanna Live (Official Music Video)
I Just Wanna Live ( I Can’t Breathe ) - Keedron Bryant ft Will.i.am
Published Date: 27 July 2020
Description: Emotional massage from Keedron Bryant & Will.I.Am Just Wanna Live ( I Can’t Breathe ) expressing the frustration of every black African-American in the United States.
I do things every day without fear, because I am privileged, and I am privileged every day because I am white.
— Harry Styles. (@Harry_Styles) May 30, 2020
Being not racist is not enough, we must be anti racist.
Social change is enacted when a society mobilizes.
I stand in solidarity with all of those protesting. pic.twitter.com/45MSXAWEJl
HELP US FIND MISSING PEOPLE
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Age at disappearance: 15
Date missing: 22 Oct 2020
Missing from: West Bromwich, West Midlands
MESSAGE:
Molly we are here for you whenever you are ready; we can listen, talk you through what help you need, pass a message for you and help you to be safe.
Please call or text 116 000
It's free, 24hr and confidential
or email 116000@missingpeople.org.uk or write to FREEPOST Missing People
Age at disappearance: 16
Date missing: 12 Oct 2020
Missing from: Croydon, London
MESSAGE
David we are here for you whenever you are ready; we can listen, talk you through what help you need, pass a message for you and help you to be safe.
Please call or text 116 000
It's free, 24hr and confidential
or email 116000@missingpeople.org.uk or write to FREEPOST Missing People
DID YOU KNOW Black people are disproportionately likely to be reported missing, making up 13% of missing people while only 3% of the general population?
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