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Thursday, at the Fearless Rally for Freedom, we experienced the powerful unity of voices calling for economic justice. This rally, held near the Presidential Debate in Atlanta, was not just an event; it was a declaration that the status quo of venture capital disparities must change. As we continue to challenge systemic barriers that hinder funding for Black women and other women of color in business, our resolve grows stronger. We are advocating vigorously for the Fearless Freedom Economic Civil Rights Act and pressing for an Executive Order to ensure Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives are more than just words. Our dedicated community of supporters, advisors, and activists play a crucial role in this journey. Your advocacy is paving the way for a more inclusive economy where women of color can thrive in entrepreneurial spaces traditionally dominated by others. We invite our network to join us in this crucial movement. Engage with us, share your insights, and let’s ensure our calls for Economic Justice are heard by policymakers. Together, we can shape an equitable future for all entrepreneurs. #FearlessFund #EconomicJustice #WomenOfColorInBusiness #VentureCapitalDisparity #InclusiveEconomy

Yesterday, we gathered in Atlanta during the Presidential Debate, demonstrating our collective strength and commitment to advocating for economic justice. The presence of supporters from all walks of life highlighted the urgent need for systemic change and the power of community action. Our rally was not just a protest but a proclamation of the disparities that continue to impact women of color in the venture capital sector. It's clear that while talent is distributed equally, opportunity is not. Black women and women of color remain drastically underfunded in the business world, receiving a mere fraction of available venture capital funds. We call on President Biden to issue an Executive Order supporting the Fearless Freedom Economic Civil Rights Act, ensuring that DEI initiatives can thrive and that those facing racial disparities receive the support they need. Let’s use our collective voices to influence change and ensure that our demands for justice and equality are heard. Engage with your elected officials, amplify our message, and join us in pushing for policies that foster an equitable economic landscape. #FearlessFund #EconomicJustice #VentureCapital #DEI #FearlessFreedom

The Fearless Fund has a powerful mission: to bridge the gap in venture capital funding for women of colour founders. It’s addressing deep-seated historical discrimination and current inequalities, where less than 1% of venture capital funding goes to businesses owned by Black and Hispanic women. But some argue that the Fearless Fund offering "preferential treatment" based on race is discriminatory. How? It's undeniable that there is still significant work to be done to achieve equity and inclusion in venture capital funding. Fearless Fund | Arian Simone | Ayana Parsons

We are facing a new set of challenges for entrepreneurs of color. As organizations like the Fearless Fund and the MDBA continue their challenges in court, now is the time to create new mechanisms in our communities to invest in the small businesses that need us the most because they didn't get the investments of the past. Want to chat more? Set up a one-on-one with me here: https://bit.ly/3HMny6F

In her recent CNN exclusive with Abby Phillips, our CEO Arian Simone confronts the harsh realities facing women of color in the venture capital space. Following a pivotal court decision, the Fearless Fund’s mission to support WOC entrepreneurs has been directly challenged. This ruling by the 11th Circuit halts our targeted grant efforts under claims that contradict the very laws meant to foster economic freedom for historically marginalized groups. “Laws that were crafted to uplift Black Americans are now being manipulated to undercut initiatives aimed at diversity and equity.” -Arian Simone In response to this ongoing legal struggle, there’s an urgent call for a Presidential Executive Order to reinforce DEI efforts, emphasizing the need to address the stark funding disparities that leave women of color receiving less than a fraction of a percent of all venture capital. This moment isn’t just a legal battle; it’s a rallying cry for all who value diversity, equity, and inclusion. Dive into the full interview, grasp the broader impact of this ruling, and lend your voice to our cause. We’re more than a fund; we’re a movement striving to reshape the landscape of venture capital. 🔗 Watch the full interview and in the comments below, show your support for real change. #FearlessFund

CNN EXCLUSIVE TONIGHT — SHARE THIS Tune in tonight at 10 PM EST/ 7 PST as Arian Simone gives an exclusive interview with Abby Phillip on CNN In her first public appearance since the groundbreaking court verdict, Arian will share her insights and the implications this has for the future of equity in entrepreneurship. This is more than just an interview; it’s a pivotal moment for every supporter and believer in the Fearless Fund’s mission. Set your reminders, tune in, and be part of this crucial conversation about justice, resilience, and our continued fight for equality. 🕙 Tonight | 10 PM EST | 9 PM CST | 8 PM MST | 7 PM PST Don’t miss it—because the fight for equity never stops, and neither will we. #FearlessFund #ArianSimone #CNNExclusive

$280B invested through venture capital. Nearly all of it in White owned businesses. $25M invested in Black women owned businesses. Found unconstitutional. They want every last penny. We have to fight on. The leaders of the Fearless Fund have been in my heart all week. #philanthropy

I am so angry about the Fearless Fund verdict I can't even think straight. #Invest in BLACK Women! I hope some smart law firm does a review of every VC fund's investments and sues them for all of their funds that are only invested in white male founders. Just because it's not a written goal, doesn't mean it's not de facto policy. This could be a class action on behalf of all Black women founders. Discovery alone would expose so much about how they actually choose who to invest in. Start with Andreessen Horowitz, who throws hundreds of millions at toxic men on the regular, then points to the six bucks they put into "diverse" founders and says, "Look how great we are!" And spare me the "we invest in female founders" lie when every single investment you've made in a company with a female or non-white founder, they also just happen to have a white boy co-founder. Ditto for Y Combinator, 500 Startups and so many other incubators. https://lnkd.in/gRM9Yz82

On this special edition of The Business Corner, I discuss the Fearless Fund and the appeals court decision to set black women business owners back! ‘’…this lawsuit against Fearless Fund is one of a string of attacks against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in corporate America, schools, and higher education in recent months. …with Juneteenth coming on June 19, there is a serious question of whether or not we are free to do as other groups have done after everything we have collectively been through’’. Follow: TML Communications Publication: Metro US #thefearlessfund #juneteenth #tmlcommunications #thebusinesscorner https://lnkd.in/e5AMvP4J