Let’s Talk About Systemic Racism
This post was sponsored by National CARES; all opinions expressed in this post are my own.
Let’s Talk About Systemic Racism
Here’s what you can do to help end Systemic Racism
With all that’s been going on in America lately, words like “privilege” and “systemic racism” have become common terms and topics of conversation these days. And as the country is finally beginning to awaken from a self-imposed slumber, it awakens to realize and understand the multi-generational plight of its minorities (aka Systemic Racism).
But What Really is Systemic Racism?
Quite simply put: Systemic Racism is the discrimination and racial injustices resulting from systems that are in place.
Even more simply put: In society, there are systems in place that make it harder for minorities to succeed. The deck is stacked against us. We are not on an even playing field.
Where Does Systemic Racism Occur?
Unfortunately, systemic racism is everywhere and it affects everything.
Systemic racism affects where minorities live (ie redlining + underfunded neighborhoods), our access to voting, the quality and level of healthcare we receive, how we are treated by law enforcement officers (ie. racial profiling), our ability to acquire wealth (ie. lack of diversity in company hiring practices), and the lack of receiving a quality basic education in the Black community.
So What Can We Do to Change Systemic Racism?
Honestly, that’s a tough one because the problem is so large and built into the bricks and mortar of this country; however, you can personally start to do little things that will begin to make big long-lasting changes.
As a human, a minority, and a Black woman, I’m proud to announce that I’m supporting the amazing work of the National CARES Mentoring Movement. Founded by Susan L. Tayor, editor-in-chief emeritus of Essence magazine, the National CARES Mentoring Movement is an organization committed to offering a 36-week program to “Black children in under-resourced families and unstable communities the social, emotional and academic supports they need to unleash their potential and graduate from high school prepared to succeed in college or vocational training programs and 21st-century careers”.
Did you know? 1 in 6 Black children is living in extreme poverty.
Did you know? 40% of Black children are born into poverty.
Did you know? 86% of our children cannot read or do math at grade level.
How You Can Get Involved in the CARES’ Movement
Follow National CARES on Social Media
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/CARESmentoring
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaresMentoring
Twitter: https://twitter.com/CARES_Mentoring
Head to their website to learn more
Donate to the National CARES Mentoring Movement
And because I strongly believe in the work that the National CARES Movement is doing for our Black community, I’m giving away (2) T-shirts to spread love, awareness, and the wonderful message of this organization.
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