06/01/2020
Our call to action:
The members of Northwestern Bhangra stand in solidarity with the Black community in the movement against racial injustice. We are appalled by the murders of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Tony McDade, Breonna Taylor, and the countless other innocent members of the Black community. Police brutality has become a term so frequently used that we must not desensitize ourselves to the fact that our law-enforcing institutions are in severe need of reform. We, as a country, have found ourselves in this position far too many times. Enough is enough.
Bringing change to our society demands that we all collectively make active contributions to the ongoing movement combating anti-blackness. To many of us, this may mean challenging the views of our friends and family, calling out problematic behavior and thinking, and choosing to have difficult and uncomfortable conversations. Internal or unspoken stereotyping and prejudice is as equally damaging as outward discrimination.
Furthermore, contributing to the movement can mean educating yourself about the dangers of the model minority, protesting (in the safest way possible), signing petitions, and donating to those who are the most vulnerable. While posting these initiatives on social media is indeed a start, it is not the final destination. Reach out to those you know and encourage them to take similar action as well. Now is the time to use your voice, as silence will only perpetuate the problem.
We encourage everyone to make tangible efforts to support the ongoing movement. To find petitions to sign, officials to contact, and funds to donate to, we have included a compilation of resources below. Stay safe, and continue to advocate for justice.
Sincerely,
Northwestern Bhangra
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