rp @laylafsaad: White supremacy does not want equality; it wants dominance. Period. And whiteness will enforce that dominance by any means necessary, whether it’s colonising a country that doesn’t belong to it, or colonising a conversation that doesn’t center it. #antiracism #antiracisteveryday - #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

rp @wherechangestarted: FYI.

White supremacy is white supremacy. Period.

Black, Indigenous, and People don’t need your crumbs or the leftovers of your time, energy, and effort. We need you to do your part in dismantling the system of white supremacy.

That means doing the work of unpacking the many ways your own behaviors uphold and perpetuate it. That means doing the work of leading by example to encourage others to do their own work.

It’s a pretty direct ask. - #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

rp @sincerely.lettie: James Baldwin’s debate speech against William Buckley at Cambridge University in 1965.

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This debate still matters, 55 years later. This still matters as July 4th approaches and people start talking about freedom in this country like it is something readily available to everyone—it’s not. .

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Tired. White people, you should be tired too.

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As @catriceology mentioned white people, you should be exhausted from protesting, speaking up, supporting several Black people at one time.

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You should be tired and be losing sleep because it sickens you about what is happening to Black people. You should be losing sleep because you're on the front lines, juggling your life and keeping your boots on the ground.

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You should be losing friends left and right for doing the right thing by calling out racist behavior. You should be losing and or passing up opportunities because instead you are opening up space for black women.

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You should be anxious and worried about Black lives. You should be angry and enraged about the injustices Black people face. You should be worried about your finances because you're paying so many reparations.

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You should feel uncertain about your livelihood because you are giving up privilege, advantages and entitlements. You should be doing and feeling ALL OF THIS. Why? Because this is the life of an ACCOMPLICE. And if you are NOT consistently feeling this way or acting this way - your activism, "allyship" and actions are NOT that of an Accomplice and YOU ARE NOT DOING "THE WORK" RIGHT.

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rp @drcourtneyrose: Minority is even a bit more damaging than urban because it doesn’t mask deficit-based thinking, but rather puts it on display. It’s even worse when it’s used in environments & situations when the particular racial & ethnic groups being discussed are absolutely NOT the demographic minority. Again folks, if we are going to get to the root of the damaging beliefs that manifest in laws, policies & practices we MUST leave the euphemisms & code words behind and say what we mean. We can’t address it if we don’t face it. - #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

rp @refinedtherapy: Just gonna sit this one here! Take your time while ingesting this TRUTH! We’ve seen so many “allies” return to life as “normal.” Could it be that you rushed towards allyship without a “let’s keep it real” circle to reflect how performative your actions were?⠀

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🙌 WE WON!!!! Shoutout to the Nashville Scene for honoring United Street Tours as the trendsetter for the "best black-owned tour company in Nashville."

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#BON19 #Winning #WalkUnited #blackhistorytour #BestOfNashville

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rp @nowhitesaviors: How many contemporary movements and spaces would alienate or exclude Harriet Tubman? How many TODAY feel like they can’t engage on platforms like ours because they don’t have the *right* language? Having the right university degrees, institutional accolades or gaining a certain number of followers can’t be the measure of our fitness to lead the revolution. How fearlessly committed are we when it comes to staring violent systems of oppression in the face? How are we improving the lives of the most marginalized? How are we ACTUALIZING JUSTICE? - #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

rp @educatorsforjustice: This is only the tip of the ally(ship) iceberg. There's more you can do, that you can discover yourself. #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

The hustle. Before I became a full-time entrepreneur, I worked full-time as an educator and made time for my business to flourish after hours. It was worth it! - #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

rp @iamrachelricketts: Feel your feelings but do not get stuck in them. We don’t have time. Your wallowing is not serving the most marginalized and that is who you claim to be wallowing for, so, stop the talk and put in the work.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

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If you really + truly care. You. Will. Act. There’s no other choice. However you can. In whatever way your talents allow.

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rp @blackhistoryforwhitepeople: Whether you know it or not, the racial disparities in our country hurt us all. They train us to protect our advantages rather than love others, and that mentality reduces us. - #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

rp @novareidofficial: The ‘child like’ impulsive & often unmeasured responses, the defensive are NOT coming from “horrible” overt. They’re coming from every day people like you. Can you change this? Yes. - #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

rp @moemotivate: The solutions are not easy, the changes take time to be felt and the amount of economical, political, social, physical and spiritual repair that needs to happen will not manifest over night. Anti-racism takes time, learning takes time. - #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

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rp @blackhistory: On May 6, 1960, President Eisenhower signed the Civil Rights Act of 1960. The act was intended to strengthen voting rights and expand the enforcement powers of the Civil Rights Act of 1957.

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rp @teachfortheculture: GATEKEEPING IS AN ARM OF SYSTEMIC RACISM.... PERIOD. — No matter which way you try to slice it, justify it, or explain it way, it is racist. — Just look at the outcomes ACROSS THE NATION, and look at the impact! — Who is more likely to get “let in” and who is more likely to be kept out? - Who benefits from the gatekeeping, and who is most likely to be excluded? — It’s ALL IN THE DATA. — It also has deep historical roots, ESPECIALLY for African-Americans, for whom it was once ILLEGAL FOR US TO LEARN HOW TO READ!!! Learning how to read and write was illegal for Black people in THISSS country. —- Ever since we were brought to these shores, there has ALWAYS been some level of limits and gatekeeping for us in terms of access to education and learning. ——- We might have to do an IG Live or a discussion group to unpack this a little more, but think about it: WHO ARE YOU AS AN EDUCATOR TO GET TO “DECIDE” WHO GETS TO TAKE WHAT CLASS, or WHO GETS TO HAVE WHAT TYPE OF ACCESS TO LEARNING!!!?? Especially in PUBLIC education!!! - Nah bro .. throw that ish out! - abolish it .. and if you are defending it just know that you are upholding racism, so sit with that. - #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

rp @brenebrown: It’s been a game-changer.

Less armor. More learning. More unlearning. More wisdom. More empathy. More eye openers. More justice. Let us know if you can live by this! - #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

RP @austinchanning We are taught that love is many things, but rarely do we think of love as risky, as disruptive, as noisy, as angry, as causing holy trouble (a phrase I picked up from @sharonirvingmusic). But I am convinced that the pursuit of justice is loving and this kind of love shakes the tables.

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rp @loveoffering: as we continue to fight for justice,

advocate for healing, and embrace the unknowns that this year has embarked on us,

remember to take care.

taking care is just as important

as walking in your calling.

my prayer this month, for us as a collective

is to receive joy, peace, and courage

as we use our gifts to advocate for justice.

may we be led closer to our joy,

and pick up courage along the way. - #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

rp @blackwomenradicals: The oppressors seem to fail in more ways than they make themselves believe the oppressors have failed. #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

rp @educatorsforjustice: THIS is why Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice workshops are essential, because divided we need to still try and come together. #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

rp @ckyourprivilege: Take those steps down that pedestal. Know your place and find a new location. Where is that going to be? #antiracism #whiteprivilege #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

rp @iamrachelricketts: When you get a message/reminder like this, take it into consideration. When you're given a second chance, an opportunity to do better, or right your wrongs, take it. #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

rp @iamrachelricketts: You have to do SOMETHING. Change does not happen with a wish, a thought, hopes, or prayers alone. The intention will not carry you. Change happens when you DO something, when you DO BETTER. If you do not act on injustice, when you do nothing, YOU FAIL.⠀⠀⠀

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rp @soyouwanttotalkabout: White fragility, like white privilege, is more prevalent during times of civil and social unrest than ever. It’s important we discuss it and acknowledge it. It's important to identify, learn and use it in a positive way. Denying it won't help, not acknowledging it won't help.

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rp @ckyourprivilege: We must all look out for where we can use our power and privilege to change things. Is it turning down a position when you know there is a better candidate who belongs to a marginalised community? Is it calling someone with the same power as you out on their bigoted behaviour? Is it using your voice to put the spotlight on other voices that have been previously silenced? Is it sharing information to your racist peers, family, friends. Taking action in the workplace? #antiracism #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

rp @moemotivate: this work is about dismantling systems of oppression.

And when we call out white supremacy & demand for things to change we’re calling out a system of oppression that oppresses Black folks while benefiting white folks. Though it’s important to note that white supremacy hurts white folks too—but that’s another conversation, (hint: perfectionism is white supremacy by another name).

The way the white collective has responded to anti-racism work has been incredibly frustrating & discouraging.

And when misinterpret this work to mean we’re anti-white people, then you’re derailing the conversation and centering white feelings over Black lives.

Anti-racism is not about white folks feeling ashamed of being white or about hating white folks—this is not what this work is about at all.

It’s instead about the pursuit of Black liberation so we can all live freely in our humanity.

It’s about white folks acknowledging and accepting the responsibility that comes with being white in a white supremacist society that positions you at the top of a racial hierarchy.

This work is about redistributing resources & power so that it’s shared equitably.

When folks water down this work as being an attack against white folks you derail the conversation and miss the point all together.

White folks feelings have consistently gotten in the way of this work and it couldn’t be even more evident right now.

And another thing that gets in the way is white fear.

Y’all have a lot of fears around this work and just like your feelings, it’s time y’all recognize and deal with white fear. Cmon now! Get it right!

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rp @eliana.chinea: If you're a teacher, space holder, educator, or coach IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO DO YOUR INNER WORK. This industry is about fostering connection and intentional living. If you're sidelining, gaslighting, or oppressing your students of color you have no business being in the business. - #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

rp @soyouwantottalkabout: Several top Trump administration officials claimed recently that “systemic racism is not an issue” LOL what you thinking? - #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

rp @renieddolodge: Not a game to toy with, not a game to cheat, not a game NOT to play. No shortcuts—we need to go full force!- #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

rp @thedailyshow: The system, the ones who built it, the ones who execute their laws.. their plan worked. DISMANTLE IT NOW! - #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

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rp @glographics: This is for those who are new to allyship, struggling to understand it, or seeking to find their voice in this movement. We all need to partake in positive, progressive change. NOW! - #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

rp @teachfortheculture: We don't need saving! We need to end racism! - #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

rp @americahatesus: Pssst: the work isn’t supposed to be easy. Work for more than the now, and more for yourself. Work for future generations, lifetimes of your friends, family and POC everywhere. - #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

Super dope! Thank you @lexig613 for supporting the work! - #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

rp @sincerely.lettie: Are you choosing to protect and maintain white comfort? If you’re not challenging racism when you see and hear it, then the answer is yes. Period. There isn’t a gray area here for me. And remember that racism is institutional and systemic, not just individualistic. In antiracism work you are looking out for yourself AND others of the WORLD.

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rp @moemotivate: It’s so important that you understand the rules of engagement so you don’t cause more pain and harm to a community of people that you’re aiming to support.

You don’t get to make up the rules or play by what you think is necessary when this isn’t your reality or your pain.

Things won’t make sense to you.

You won’t get it.

But you can still show compassion and learn—if you humble yourself enough and acknowledge that people don’t need to measure or filter their pain through your limited perspective or ability to understand.

Because you don’t understand something doesn’t invalidate the pain and if you caused the pain it does not excuse you from the responsibility of acknowledging the pain caused and working to make things right.

And this is an area many white people struggle with because of their internalized tendency to center themselves above others, especially people of color.

Thus when you acknowledge this tendency and intentionally work to dismantle it you can get to a place of true compassion which can lead to being able to learn and grow. - #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

rp @privtoprog: Antiracism work is for everyone involved. No it isn't easy, no it's not butterflies and rainbows, no it's not going to be done in a short amount of time, and there's really no "end" in sight. But it's very much so worth it for you, the people you're (un)learning for, and the world around you. Agree or agree?! - #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems

rp @drcourtneyrose: We’ve all been taught to do whatever we can to make ourselves fit. Whether it’s a job, clothes, our personalities, the way we communicate and carry ourselves—it’s all about bending, folding or otherwise fitting ourselves to meet others’ expectations. As educators we have an opportunity to disrupt this conditioning, but we have to remember that it starts with setting ourselves free from it first. Where are you going to start? - #diversityandinclusion #nashvilleteacher #antiracism #highereducation #blackhistory #ally #teachershare #blackintheivory #whitefragility #changingthenarrative #ushistory #socialstudies #historyteacher #teacherproblems