#speakup
Found amazing Spoken Word content on Spotify that I decided to make a playlist for it. Give it some love and appreciation.
Love not hate. ❤️ Repeat after me, lovelies: We are here. To use our voices. To drown out violence and inequality and brutality and racism. We are here: to listen. To say no to hate and yes to love. To spread brightness and loveliness. To BE love. Thank you for truly inspiring me in this sometimes heartbreaking world we live in. You are my heroes. ❤️ #lovenothate #speakup #useyourvoice #blm #blacklivesmatter #endracism #endpolicebrutality #chooselove #pride #youareenough #youmakeitlovely #beabrightplace #iloveyou3000 (link in bio for ways to spread love and make a difference)
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Dear lovelies, lately I’ve been feeling powerless in a very dark, sad world, and I know I’m not alone in that. But I try to remind myself that there are things I can do. I am here. To listen. To understand. To empathize. To speak up and out. To learn. To inform. To help stop stigma. To help spread love. To use my voice. To hope. To find bright places. To be a bright place. To make it lovely however I can. To love. And love. And love. #iamhere #love #listen #hope #breathe #speakout #bethechange #empathize #speakup #useyourvoice #makeitlovely #beabrightplace
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Think of it this way… you go home every day to a warm and cozy home that many Veterans DO NOT have, wipe ur feet on the Matt before going in and the dirt behind is Literally the Veterans!
How do you feel when you see homeless Veterans? Do you pity them? Do you say “they all have issues” like everyone else? Do you see an opportunity? Or do you just see fucking dollar amounts???
My problem is
1) I’m tired of hearing how this kneeling deal is disrespectful to Veterans. I’m a fucking Vet. Do NOT speak for me. Because until I served and seen how SHITTY the government REALLY is, I actually respected the red white and blue. And seeing the TRUE colors of this “Patriotic” Land where everyone is so damn biblical in their Predatorist ways… Yeah. Go fuck urself kindly please. Mahalo.
2) It sickens me when people in the community front as if they support us so damn much and then mock you behind your back…*whispers* we need to knuckle down on the enabling and justifying going around yeah?
And
3) The fucking pity faces! STOP with the damn pity pity pity party! Because it ain’t for me! The “ohhh your a Veteran” response or “maybe you should go see someone about that” <—— Really? As to respond to a question being asked… Typical.
And the Best For Last
4) Stop starting “nonprofits” to make a profit… If you catch my drift. The lie is in ur greed bitches.
And don’t ever tell me to stop swearing…
“I’m A Marine Bitch!” Always for the people. Not Government.
- Lady
#IServed #WomanVeteran #WomenVeterans #LetsHealTogether #LetsTalkLife #TalkLifeRadio #VetLifeLive #SpeakYourTruth #SpeakUp #SpeakOut #Assertive #Learning #Community #Leaders #Life #Decisions #Mindful #Healing #PTS #MST #MeToo #WeAllRise #Overcome #Thrive (at Signal Hill Jewelry & Novelties)
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#IServed #WomanVeteran #WomenVeterans #LetsHealTogether #LetsTalkLife #TalkLifeRadio #VetLifeLive #SpeakYourTruth #SpeakUp #SpeakOut #Assertive #Learning #Community #Leaders #Life #Decisions #Mindful #Healing #PTS #MST #MeToo #WeAllRise #Overcome #Thrive (at Signal Hill, California)
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True… #quote #humans #race #religion #politics #wealth #world #crazy #speakup #sad #true #peace #life #dare #hateful #racisme #god
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Today’s the day! Flex your rights GO VOTE✔️#noexcuses #itcounts #vote2018 #makeachange #speakup #prochoice #karlasoriginailkolors #nov6 #california #love #life #USA
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This was so real for me today. I post a lot of positive quotes and I am most proud of the fact that I live up to the messages that I spread through every company I have. Even when it scares me, even when I’m uncomfortable I live up to the ideals until they become completely natural. Speak up even if your voice shakes. The most important thing is to get the message across and to have clear communication and for you to know that you have spoken your truth. Speak up for yourself AND speak up for others who are often too afraid to speak up for themselves. Have a beautiful, bold and growth filled day #beautifulday #speakup #truth #speech #communication #quotes #quotestoliveby #lips #words #lead #leadership #wholehearted #crusader #growth #personaldevelopment #success #strive
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#bethechange
#changetheworld #positivevibes #love #blm #standup #standtogether #wakeup #spreadlove #speakup #blacklivesmatter #powerful #wisdom #quotes
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I wanted to take a moment to highlight Brigid Kosgei. The winner of this year’s 2020 London Marathon Women’s race in a time of 2:18:58. She demolished and I mean demolished the competition by more than 3 minutes despite cold and rainy conditions on a 19 lap course in St. James Park with no spectators. It was amazing!
Since her win, I’ve been looking forward to getting a detailed race recap from the media. I wanted to learn more about her training during a pandemic, what it’s like being away from her kids(she has twins), what it was like running loops in St. James Park, did she repeat any mantras while running the race, did she miss the crowds, and so much more. I mean this is the World’s fastest female marathoner and half marathoner.
Unfortunately I haven’t found this information. The media coverage on her for a highly anticipated race has been abysmal.
Instead they have chosen to praise and focus on the 2nd place finisher rather than the winner The 2nd place finisher, who sprinted to cross the finish line 3 mins after Brigid.
This felt like a repeat of the Aliphine Tuliamuk coverage at this year’s Olympic Trials. I have been hopeful that things were changing but it’s clear they are not. It’s shameful.
And please do NOT try to justify this by saying it’s because she’s not American. It’s BS! This the World’s Fastest Female Marathoner and she should be covered as such.
Congratulations again @brigidkosgeithereal Thank you for inspiring me and countless others to push through obstacles and be the best!
*Updated* Actions Items:
- Follow @brigidkosgeithereal
- If you’re a Sports Journalist, write articles about her race experience in detail.
- If you’re a Podcaster or Youtuber, interview her
- If you’re a fan, share her on your feed and/or stories
Photos: London Marathon
#brigidkosgei #londonmarathon #the40thrace #amplifymelanatedvoices #speakup #speakupspeakout
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WE HAVENT FORGOTTEN ABOUT YOU #BUFFALO! #speakup #stopthesilence
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By Sonia Mittal
As many excited feminists know, there are a growing number of initiatives taking place to raise awareness about sexual assault on college campuses in the United States. One of the most influential has been the “Carry the Weight” initiative started by Emma Sulkowicz at Columbia University. After being raped by a classmate who the school cleared of the crime, she vowed to carry a mattress with her as long as she and the accused student attended the same school in order to represent the weight she has to carry around with her every day since this traumatic experience. This even resulted in her receiving a standing ovation as she carried the mattress across stage on her graduation day in order to show the lack of action taken by the administration at larger universities. This movement is one of many that has gathered force in the recent years in order to spur more conversations about sexual assault especially within younger generations.
Another important instance is the “Enough is Enough” legislation in which all colleges in New York State are required to adopt a uniform definition of affirmative consent, must ensure an amnesty policy in which students coming forth with incidents of sexual assault are immune to campus violations surrounding drug and alcohol use, and have to create a unit within the State Police that is trained to respond to crimes of sexual assault.
While I personally have never experienced sexual assault, I have been heavily involved in encouraging conversations surrounding this topic in order to remove the stigma behind this type of violence on my college campus. Yet, after various workshops and trainings I have realized how even though there are now numerous stories in the media and people coming forth talking about their personal experiences and ways to survive from such a trauma, there is more work that needs to be done to make sure that the voices of South Asians all around the nation are heard. That is not to say that South Asian names are not extremely apparent in the media today. From Mindy KalingandJhumpa LahiritoPriyanka ChopraandKiran Gandhi, Indian women have been making headlines for their amazing job using different platforms to tackle important women’s rights issues. Yet, while there is a significant amount of progressive work being done in organizations like Sakhi and on college campuses, there is more to be done to make conversations surrounding healthy relationships and sexuality more normalized within South Asian communities.
Through watching Bollywood movies, talking to friends, and reflecting on my own relationship with my parents and extended family, I have come to the conclusion that there are certain widespread cultural ideals that often silence issues of sexuality and gender within the South Asian community. Discussing these topics is essential in raising awareness about sexual assault and domestic violence from a very young age. I have been lucky enough to grow up in a household where my parents have been very open about having conversations involving sex and relationships. My mom has discussed how a partner should be treating me, has made sure that I am respected in every relationship that I am part of including that between family members and friends, and has warned me of the signs that indicate unsafe situations. My relationship with my mom has influenced the way I interact with men on a day to day basis. I pay attention to the words other people use when talking to me, and if I start to feel hurt or misspoken to in anyway, whether the impact of the comment was intentional or unintentional, I separate myself from the situation immediately. I am also aware of physical connection and know how to say stop if I feel that I am being touched in a way that makes me feel uncomfortable. I feel more safe and secure knowing that I can discuss incidents like these with my parents and that I am not alone.
However, even just glancing at the relationships I know many of my South Asian friends have with their parents or even looking at my own relationship with my grandparents, there are so many differences that can certainly lead to a misunderstanding or lack of information about relationships, communication, and sexuality. Without an understanding of what constitutes a good or bad relationship, how one should be treated by others, and even how to stop certain uncomfortable situations from happening, students are going to feel less inclined to speak up and offer support to others who are brought up in a closed, more secretive household.
In order to be agents of change in gender justice movements and push back against environments that claim that women can not be sexual, it is important that women in the South Asian community speak out as much as possible. Whether this means volunteering for an organization like Sakhi or working at colleges to remove the cultural taboo around topics like relationships, sexual assault, or sexuality, it is important to create and foster spaces where young women can participate. Students should start to teach both elders and younger people the importance of having a relationship where topics like sex and gender can be discussed, whether this means discussing this with parents or serving as a role model for siblings. While change is often difficult and we know it’s culturally important to respect our elders, it is vital that women within the South Asian community assert themselves and create and nurture environments where our voices are heard.
Sonia Mittal is a sophomore at Brown University studying Economics and Psychology. She grew up in New York City and has always been extremely passionate about issues surrounding women’s rights. She has done a lot of work in infertility clinics and looking at women’s reproductive rights both in the United States and in India. In college, she is heavily involved in the South Asian Students Association, is on the executive board of Women in Business, and works with various organizations to bring awareness to others about sexual assault on college campuses.
Exacting terms bring exact results… #SpeakUp
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I am very excited to participate in the Rise Up Show Up Campaign by @jessicahische and @adehogue ! We NEED to rise up for change because we NEED to see change! Please be sure to #VOTE! Let’s go!
Check out #riseupshowupunite to see more artists’ work for this campaign, share, and join in!
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Day 26: #rockmy365days
#Resist #ResistOften #rocks #stones #doodle #365project #artproject #art #rockart #history #resistance #speakup #books #blackandwhite #champaign #champaignil #illinois #daily #dailyphoto #dailypic #ig_shots #ig_captures #followme #addmeonsnapchat (at Champaign, Illinois)
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