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In a condensed and accessible intellectual history that traces the genesis of the ideas that have built into the #BlackLivesMatter movement, "The Making of Black Lives Matter" by Christopher J. Lebron helps us make sense of the emotions, demands, and arguments of present-day activists and public thinkers. Learn more about the updated edition here: https://bit.ly/3OP4Ks7

Unspoken truths, untold stories, and unrecognized contributions. This #BlackHistoryMonth, let's celebrate the resilience and strength of the Black community. Remembering our past to shape a better future for all. #BlackHistoryMonth #CelebratingBlackHistory #BlackHistoryFacts #BlackHistoryIsHistory #HonoringBlackLeaders #BlackExcellence #BlackCultureMatters #BlackHistoryPride

It is disheartening to see efforts that aim to uplift Black-owned businesses and promote Black prosperity facing legal challenges. In our ongoing struggle for equality, we must recognize the importance of addressing historical disparities and providing opportunities for marginalized communities. The Fearless Fund, affirmative action and similar initiatives are trying to rectify these imbalances and create pathways to economic empowerment. We should encourage and support such efforts that strive to build a more just and equitable society for all. Join Black Innovation Alliance as we continue on this #BIAClapback journey which is our movement to build collective power against racial aggression towards black economic opportunity. Visit https://lnkd.in/gktWSYH4 to sign the pledge and stand up for Black innovation and entrepreneurship worldwide. Each week, Black Innovation Alliance will share real talk, real data, and real inspiration about the current state of affairs. #blackbusiness

Six Decades After King’s Historic Speech, Report Shows Black Economic Equality Is ‘Still A Dream’ By Stacy M. Brown, Seattle Medium A groundbreaking new report has laid bare the stark truth of ongoing black economic inequality in the United States. Titled “STILL A DREAM: Over 500 Years to Black Economic Equality,” the report, co-authored by prominent experts Dedrick Asante-Muhammad, Chuck Collins, Omar Ocampo, and Sally Sim, and published by the Institute for Policy Studies and National Community Reinvestment Coalition, underscores the enduring disparities faced by Black Americans and highlights the pressing need for concerted action to address these disparities. #BlackEconomicInequality #StillADreamReport #RacialDisparities #EconomicEquality #SocialJusticeNow

"The Making of Black Lives Matter" presents a concise and accessible history of the #BlackLivesMatter movement. Learn more about the updated edition here: https://bit.ly/3OWAz0I

Honoring Juneteenth: A Continued Commitment to Justice ✊🏾 This #Juneteenth, we remember and celebrate the bravery and resilience of those who fought to abolish slavery. However, the struggle continues... Today, as we celebrate Juneteenth, we renew our commitment to justice and equality. We must continue to work together to dismantle structures of oppression and ensure that none of us are free until ALL of us are free. 📣 What steps can you take today to promote justice and equality? #JusticeForAll #BlackHistory #CivilRights #EmancipationDay #EqualityForAll #RacialJustice #Inclusion #Diversity #BlackLivesMatter #SocialJustice #FreedomForAll

On Juneteenth, we celebrate and reflect on the message and promise of freedom – a message that arrived in Galveston, TX nearly two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation and a promise that is still being realized. Black economic prosperity and full access to the American Dream are key to the promise of freedom.  BEA is committed to advancing Black work, wages, and wealth. By aligning efforts across business, policy, and social sectors we can reshape systems that have operated to exclude Black economic opportunity and bring us closer to achieving the full promise of freedom. Together we can create an America where freedom is not a message-delayed and economic opportunity and prosperity are available to all.

The Counseling Hub is celebrating Juneteenth today!! Juneteenth is an annual observance on June 19 to remember when Union soldiers enforced the Emancipation Proclamation and freed all remaining slaves in Galveston, Texas on June 19, 1865. Today is also a reminder to educate yourself on Black History, support Black businesses, follow Black-led organizations, and/or learn about Black artists–authors, musicians, dancers, visual artists… the wide-ranging diversity of Black experience and expression! Today is also a reminder to always stand up against oppression, exploitation, injustice, and violence. Wishing everyone a fulfilled Juneteenth! \#juneteenth \#thecounselinghub \#socialjustice

As we commemorate Black History Month, I want to reflect on the rich heritage of Black history in America and ongoing work towards racial justice. This is a time to celebrate the immense contributions of Black communities while also recognizing the need for continued progress. In that spirit, I'm sharing three book recommendations that have deeply impacted my understanding of racism in society today and how we can all be part of building a more just future: How to Be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi - This transformative book helps readers recognize and uproot racist ideas from their own belief systems. Kendi offers an empowering framework and actionable steps we can all take to confront racism at personal and systemic levels. The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander - A must-read that sheds light on how mass incarceration has perpetuated racial caste systems and injustice in America. Alexander exposes biases embedded in our criminal justice system and charts a path forward. Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates - A raw, intensely personal letter from Coates to his teenage son on coming of age as a Black man in America today. These vivid reflections on the Black body and experience in our country left a profound mark on how I view racism. My learning journey is ongoing, but works like these have expanded my historical perspective, heightened my self-awareness, and equipped me to be an active ally in the antiracist movement. I encourage you all to pick up one of these titles or another book elevating Black stories and social analysis. Keep listening, reflecting and speaking out against racism. Wishing you a thoughtful Black History Month as we carry forward the work of justice, equity and inclusion. What other books or resources have you found meaningful? Please share in the comments. #blackhistorymonth #blacklivesmatter

Join us in reflecting on the State of Black America. This event brings together persuasive voices to discuss the historical and contemporary factors impacting the lives of Black people. It's an opportunity for leaders of corporations, educational institutions, and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) members to actively listen to sentiments that Black employees feel but may not express. Parents, clergy, neighbors, law enforcement officers, and teachers are also encouraged to take part in this conversation to gain insight into the thoughts of others and reflect on their own. This conversation is honest, sometimes raw, and always needed but rarely engaged in a mixed audience. Let's take advantage of this opportunity to listen and learn. #BlackLivesMatter #DiversityandInclusion #ERGs #CommunityReflection #blackhistorymonth #generations #civilrights #humanityfirst #meaningfulwork #blackculture #churchleadership Join us: https://lnkd.in/eDNnPs9m