Will you stand in solidarity, or will you be a bystander?
Published: Thu, 07/08/21
Will you stand in solidarity, or will you be a bystander?
Solidarity.
This is a word that has been used many times throughout history as BIPOC communities begin to stand up for ourselves. There is also a history of allyship between communities fighting for social justice. As Canadians struggle through
a Canada Day with stark reminders of the dark history on which our country was built, it is important to understand what side of history you are on.
Will you be an ally and stand in solidarity among the global community, or will you be a bystander?
Remember that allyship does not have to be loud or physical. You can stand in solidarity with your community and others through so many different ways:
Educate yourself, reflect, and share what you have learned in conversation and on social media.
Find a trustworthy organization to support financially.
Donate your time and volunteer within your community.
Stand in Protest. March in protest. Just protest.
What does solidarity mean to you? Share your stories with us either by responding to this email or tagging us on social media! (Instagram: @supportblackcharities | Twitter: @supblkcharities)
Featured Organization
Atlanta GLOW
Founded in 2014, Atlanta Growing Leadership Of Women (GLOW) provides mentoring, essential leadership development and life skills training to under-served young women and girls, ages 14-25. They want to help break the cycle of
poverty for women and girls by taking a holistic view of the factors contributing to generational poverty, creating systemic change.
The pandemic has impacted so many communities across the world. To serve the community, Atlanta GLOW has offered a number of services for young women and girls and their families such as:
Financial assistance for groceries, household supplies, school supplies, and utilities
At-home character-building activities, journaling prompts and self-care resources
Positive virtual mentoring relationships
Life skills training and leadership development opportunities in an online format
They also have two virtual events coming up:
4-week Financial Literacy Program starting on August 21st that is designed to help youth and young
adults learn all the basics of finance—including how to make money, budget and save—in easy to understand terms.
EmpowerHer Virtual 5K Walk/Run taking place August 1 – 31. This virtual event takes place wherever you are and runners, walkers, and anyone in between can register online.
