7 Ways You Can Help Fight Systemic Racism
I’m in deep anguish at the repeated injustices Black people go through. Systemic racism is not just a problem Black people need to solve. It’s a problem that all of us need to work TOGETHER to fix.
Integrating action items into daily life and making them routine is key. I believe if we ALL collectively commit to doing small things within our spheres of influence throughout our entire lives, we can help nudge progress along over time. True change starts in the home and in our own communities.
Here are 7 ways you can help fight systemic racism:
Try out different Black-owned small businesses. CHOOSE THREE Black-owned businesses and commit to being a regular patron. Write them on a post it and put it on your fridge so you remember. Share your love for those by leaving a review.
Share and donate things with BIPOC representation to your community, social circle, school/classroom, etc. (Ex. I’m donating books & films with BIPOC representation and anti-racism topics to our neighborhood’s tiny library around Christmas and summer every year.)
Set up auto-donations to a local justice organization that invests in your city’s BIPOC community. Even if it’s just $1-$5 dollars a month. (We chose Austin Justice Coalition)
Speak up— have conversations with your friends & family in person and/or on social media. Your voice matters. Call out racism when you see/hear it. Don’t just stand in the shadows. Shine bright!
Diversify your feed. There are amazing Black experts in science, food, eco-consciousness, art, business, health, etc. CHOOSE FIVE Black experts to follow on Instagram or Black podcasts to listen to.
Watch, read, & LISTEN to Black voices, Stream podcasts/audiobooks on anti-racist topics while you clean or drive. Be humble. Assume there’s ALWAYS more to learn and to grow in.
Engage in your local government. VOTE! Follow your city council members on social media. Pay attention to how they vote on social justice and c
