From America’s Healers: A Letter to Our Patients in the Trump Era

In this new and uncertain time in American history, we healthcare professionals feel a special responsibility. We strive to keep our clinical judgment unclouded by our political persuasions, yet we cannot help but see…

How to Be an Ally Beyond a Safety Pin

This election forced many Americans to confront the racial issues that divide our country…

Solidarity Inside Your Own Home

How will we support the workers that millions of us rely on for help…

About Beyond the Safety Pin

Our Mission

Beyond the Safety Pin is an online space dedicated to fostering dialogue on race and identity. We’re creating a space where individuals can share first-hand accounts of discrimination and celebrate acts of solidarity, and we’re hosting…

I Don’t Want It To Be Real Either: Racism

Today, I rode the LIRR, heading home for Thanksgiving. I sat in a 6 seat configuration…

Bringing Justice Home

The Thanksgiving Discussion Guide

Building Sanctuaries for Survivors

“You know what happened. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. Trust in your gut.” — Carolyn Shayte

The Thanksgiving “Trump Discussion”

On Being the Face of the Opposition around the Holiday Table

Like every other progressive I know facing a Trump presidency, I’ve been struggling to balance my anger and outrage with a compelling need…