We Cannot Remain Silent
There’s nothing we can say right now other than black lives matter. For too long companies like ours have remained silent in the face of atrocities visited by the state on communities of color. As a company we have prioritized our financial security over standing up against a racist system. The violent response to peaceful protesters and the overwhelming pain and anger following George Floyd’s murder have made it clear that we cannot remain silent any longer.
If you’re disappointed that it has taken us this long to find our voice, we will do better. Please hold us accountable.
If you are unsure of where to start, here are a few lists that have been helpful to us.
If you are looking to donate, here are some causes that we think are worthy.
If you are scared or angry or feel powerless, just know we’re with you. And we’re listening.
In solidarity, the team of Faculty.
Articles and lists:
- Powell’s Books: Black Lives Matter: Recommended Reading
- The New York Times: An Antiracist Reading List
- Corinne Shutack: 75 Things White People Can Do For Racial Justice
- Bustle: 19 Movies About Race Every White Person Needs To Watch, From ‘Fruitvale Station’ To ‘Do The Right Thing’
- Podcasts in Color: Directory of Podcasts and Podcasters of Color
- Today’s Parent: 30 Books to Help You Talk to Your Kids About Racism
- Motherly: How to Raise Anti-Racist Kids
Organizations:
- American Civil Liberties Union: https://www.aclu.org/
- Southern Poverty Law Center: https://www.splcenter.org/
- National Association for the Advancement of Colored People: https://www.naacp.org/
- United Negro College Fund: https://uncf.org/
- FAMM: https://famm.org/
- Community Justice Exchange’s National Bail Fund Network: https://www.communityjusticeexchange.org/nbfn-directory
- NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund: https://www.naacpldf.org/
- Campaign Zero: https://www.joincampaignzero.org/
