A Word About Our Black Lives Matter Banner
We added a Black Lives Matter banner to all of Coforma’s social platforms to show our support for the Black community on the heels of George Floyd’s tragic murder and the violence in the events that have unfolded since. We extend our condolences to his family, to the families of Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery, and to all who are grieving yet another unjust loss of precious life.
We don’t add these visual symbols as a mere nod at solidarity with the Black community in America. Like many others, we know too well the daily persistence of racism in this country and feel acutely the underlying, systemic effects of its relentless machinery. We also know that a better future is possible, so we work every day to eradicate and dismantle those systems. We strive to leave new, better, more equitable solutions in their place.
Coforma rejects the status quo. We believe in ethical solutions to wicked problems. We are not passive, but active. We are not complacent, but passionate. We will continue to stand firmly against racism, and to work toward freedom and equity for all. Action begets action; we’ve made a contribution to Black Lives Matter, if you’re in a position to do so, we encourage you to donate and get involved.
Resources
Here are a few other resources you may find useful in navigating an effective and safe approach to activism, support, and thought evolution on racism in America right now:
The Show Must Be Paused, a list of ways to act on June 2, 2020 and other resources
National Museum of African American History and Culture’s new dialogue platform, Talking About Race
Anti-racist resources, including articles, podcasts, and books to read
26 Ways to Be in the Struggle Beyond the Streets, a short list of ways to support the protests without physically being there/while socially distancing
Be well and be safe. Take care of one another during this difficult time.
— From all of us at Coforma (formerly &Partners)
This post was updated 9/27/2020 to reflect the company’s name change.
