Anti-Racism Resource Guide
Now that we’ve taken time to pause, let’s continue this momentum and move forward with action. We know that being silent is not an option and we want to utilize our platform + audience to speak up. The most important thing we can do is get involved and take action on the systemic issues our country is facing. We will be the first to admit, we are still educating ourselves and have a lot to learn but we are committed to using our platform for good.
We wanted to compile a list of educational resources to spread awareness. We’ve put together a list of organizations, books, movies, etc. that you can use to educate yourself further, spark conversations and take steps to eliminating the systemic racism our country is facing. Posting a black box on Instagram is not enough. Now we must take action.
We understand many of you don't even know where to start when it comes to finding credible resources so we wanted to compile it in one streamlined place. HOWEVER, in an effort to #AmplifyMelanatedVoices and NOT make this about our platform, we have tried our best to link as many direct resources, pages, individuals, influencers, etc. as possible to give them the spotlight. We want to amplify the voices that matter most right now, and are hoping that our platform can be a catalyst to do so.
We encourage you to get involved anyway you can. It starts with education, but actions are needed. Sign the petitions, donate, use your voice, and get involved.
** WE WILL CONTINUE UPDATING + ADDING TO THIS LIST OF RESOURCES **
BOOKS, PODCASTS, & ARTICLES: These are great resources to continue incorporating into your life. Listen to others stories to put things in another perspective and learn from these voices.
June Justice - Bryanna Wallace & Autumn Gupta created this incredibly thought out document full of different resources and a a game plan to learn and support the black community. These women are “two queens on a mission to spread truth, love and awareness.” Their twitter is linked on the photo below.
“White Fragility” by Robin Diangelo. The New York Times best-selling book exploring the counterproductive reactions white people have when their assumptions about race are challenged, and how these reactions maintain racial inequality.
“So You Want to Talk About Race” by Iljeoma Oluo. In this New York Times bestseller, Ijeoma Oluo offers a hard-hitting but user-friendly examination of race in America, from police brutality to the mass incarceration of Black Americans.
Anti-Racism Resources Document - compilation of A TON of resources
“Their Eyes Were Watching God” by Zora Neale Hurston
1619 (Podcast) by the New York Times. Hosted by Nikole Hannah-Jones, that examines the long shadow of American slavery.
“Heavy: An American Memoir” by Keise Laymon. In this powerful, provocative, and universally lauded memoir Laymon provocatively meditates on his trauma growing up as a black man.
Code Switch (Podcast) by NPR
MOVIES, SHOWS, AND VIDEOS: Most of these can be found on Netflix. Highly encourage watching with your family, S/O, friends, etc. so you can discuss while watching.
“13th” on Netflix which explores the history of racial inequality in the United States, focusing on the fact that the nation's prisons are disproportionately filled with African-Americans (We watched this one this week!)
Let's get to the root of racial injustice - TED Talk by Megan Francis
“When They See Us” on Netflix. Based on a true story of 5 teens which are falsely accused - known as the “Central Park case”
“Explained: The Racial Wealth Gap” on Netflix. To help understand the concept of “white privilege”
“Time: The Kalief Browder Story” on Netflix. The crime documentary series based on the true story of a teenager wrongfully charged with theft.
“Selma” (Not on Netflix - you need to rent this one) based on the 1965 Selma to Montgomery voting rights marches.
“American Son” on Netflix. An estranged couple reunite in a Florida police station to help find their missing teenage son.
“The Hate U Give” based on the book by Angie Thomas.
“Dear White People” on Netflix. This film follows black students at a predominantly white Ivy League college as they’re faced with cultural bias, social injustice, misguided activism and slippery politics.
How Studying Privilege Systems Can Strengthen Compassion - Ted Talk by
Peggy McIntosh
Just Mercy - for the month of June this will be available to watch for free here. It is also available on amazon prime.
ORGANIZATIONS TO FURTHER RESEARCH AND DONATE: Use these for research and to further educate yourselves. If you are able to donate, please do so.
Black Lives Matter - Bookmark this. Use it to further educate yourselves, share with others and use it to spark the challenging conversations #BlackLivesMatter
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) -Mission is to secure the political, educational, social and economic equality of rights in order to ensure a society where all individuals have equal rights without race-based discrimination.
The Sentencing Project - The Sentencing Project works towards achieving a fair and effective U.S. criminal justice system. They promote reforms in sentencing policy, addressing unjust racial disparities and practices, and advocating for alternatives to incarceration.
Color of Change - They are the nation’s largest online racial justice organization that lead campaigns to help people respond effectively to injustice in Black communities.
The Innocence Project - They exonerate the innocent through DNA testing and work to reform the criminal justice system to prevent future injustice. Incredible organization.
National Council For Incarcerated and Formerly Incarcerated Women and Girls - Creating the shift from a criminal legal system to community-led human justice.
UNCF - The nation’s largest and most effective minority education organization
CONTENT CREATORS TO FOLLOW: Expand your feed and support these badass babes!
@ava - Film maker and director. Many of the Netflix films we shared above were directed / produced by her. She also hosts a lot of great discussions sharing her insight into the documentaries she creates.
@hey.candace - Body Positivity, fashion, and lifestyle blogger
@dejariley - Dance fitness instructor #DanceOutOfTheBox
@richhomielex_ - We wish we could be as flexible as this babe! Luckily she has plenty of videos and tips to help us get there. Also, love her sense of humor.
@msjeanettejenkins - trainer and health coach based in LA. Lots of incredible workout videos on her feed and excited to do some of these at homes.
@shawnacischroeder - her feed is such a VIBEEEE. Love her effortless, neutral style.
@Mrandmrsmuscle - Okay obsessed with this fit couple. Known as “The king & Queen of HIIT” they have endless workouts available that you can do right at home!
@bykwest - wellness & travel blogger. She shows her take on wellness via traveling (our two fav things) and we just love her posts.
@thedailyseyi - Obsessed with her style. Linked her youtube here where her personality and humor really shines!
Tosha_eason - Fashion goalssss, obsessed with her look!
Please let us know if there are any other resources you’ve found to be helpful during this time. Thank you!
Keep it Sweaty (and anti-racist),
Jo and Jacqs
