week of action May 24—28, 2021

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May 24: Honor Their Lives

May 25: Reimagine Public Safety

May 26: Hold corps accountable

May 27: Celebrate Black Joy

May 28: Commit to Keep Fighting

A day to celebrate, remember, and uplift community members.

A day of education on police divestment and public safety in black and brown communities.

A day to take a deeper look at corporate accountability statements.

A day to reframe what Black joy and activism looks like in our community

A day to give momentum to the road ahead

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Honoring Their Lives

Reimagine Public Safety

Hold corps accountable

Celebrate Black Joy

Commit to Keep Fighting

A day to celebrate, remember, and uplift community members.

A day of education on police divestment and public safety in black and brown communities.

A day to take a deeper look at corporate accountability statements.

A day to reframe what activism looks like in our community.

A day to give momentum to the road hed

About the event

Color Of Change invites you to join us for a week of movement building, unity, action, and celebration for the black community to commemorate the 1 year anniversary of the racial justice uprisings.

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Councilmember Deborah Rose: Make September 15th Eric Garner Day

We are asking for council member Deborah Rose to introduce legislation to make September 15th, Eric Garner’s birthday, Eric Garner Day in Staten Island. It’s been almost 6 years since Eric’s death at the hands of police, and we are still witnessing police using chokeholds, and other forms of deadly violence against our people with no consequences for law enforcement.

#JusticeforZadok: Demand Justice For Matthew “Zadok” Williams

Just eight days before the verdict that convicted Derek Chauvin, unidentified police officer(s) killed my brother, Matthew “Zadok” Williams in his own home moments after he asked the officers to identify themselves as he kneeled behind a piece of furniture. Sign the petition: Tell Police Chief Ramos and CEO Thurmond to release all media related to Zadok’s murder, identify the officers, and terminate the employment of the officer(s) who killed Zadok now!

Athletes Stand Up for Jacob Blake & Racial Justice

Video promoting the Edifye Foundation, supporting and organizing racial justice activism by Black athletes

Demand Texas Governor Greg Abbott posthumously pardon George Floyd

In 2004 George Floyd was arrested during a police sting in Houston, Texas. Why? Because he was selling a mere $10 worth of drugs. We know an arrest for such a small amount of drugs sounds ridiculous--and it is! However, the U.S’ racist “war on drugs” has always been used to disproportionately harass and arrest Black people, making arrests for even the most minimal amount of drugs. Sadly, as we approach the one-year anniversary of the police murder of George Floyd there are STILL charges on the books against him in Texas, despite the fact that he spent 10 months in jail for his conviction. Color Of Change, along with Mr. Floyd’s family, and other advocates, are calling on the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles, and Texas Governor Greg Abbott to posthumously pardon George Floyd--join us

Human Rights Watch Film Festival

HRWFF presents Apart

6:00 PM est

In a midwestern US state caught between the opioid epidemic and rising incarceration of women, three unforgettable mothers – Tomika, Lydia, and Amanda – prepare to rejoin their families after years of separation.

Virtual

Panel

Reimagining Public Safety Panel

2:00 PM eastern

Last year, when the racial justice uprisings were at their height, a national debate was sparked around real systemic change in our criminal justice system. This includes shifting resources away from an over-reliance on police and prisons to investing in social issues,public schools, health systems, public services, and alternative safety models. Join us today for a substantive conversation around reimagining public safety with Gina Clayton, Executive Director of Essie Justice Group Chanelle Helm, Strategic Core Co-Organizer of Black Lives Matter Louisville, and Rai LaNier, Wayne County Director of Michigan Liberation and moderated by our very own Scott Roberts.

Justice for Daniel Prude

Call Rochester's Mayor and City Councilmembers to demand justice for Daniel Prude and Black people in Rochester now. It's time to immediately divest from violent policing and invest in programs to re-imagine public safety and protect Black lives.

Lives on the Line

National Survey for People with Incarcerated Loved Ones During COVID-19 As people with loved ones behind bars, we can expose the truth about what’s really happening inside prisons, jails, and detention centers. Join us by taking this national survey for people with incarcerated loved ones today. With the information we gather, we will hold public officials accountable for putting our loved ones’ lives on the line.

Yes 4 Minneapolis

A people's petition to replace the Minneapolis Police Department. We’re renewing the fight and bringing this issue to voters this November.

Until Justice Is Real

A toolkit for reimagining safety in our communities.

George Floyd Memorial Foundation

All Day est

One year on, we remember George Floyd by committing ourselves to the fight for justice. Join by honoring George Floyd’s life, and taking action to end systemic police brutality against Black and brown bodies. #JusticeforGeorge

BlackStar Fest

Seen Issue 002 Contributor Conversation

2:30 PM est

Filmmaker Keisha Rae Witherspoon and Gina Duncan, Producing Director of the Sundance Film Festival, will be in conversation about Witherspoon’s film T — a meditation on Black grief and transcendence in Miami.

Virtual

Represent Justice

Reimagining Public Safety

4:00 PM est

A Facebook Live conversation hosted by Represent Justice during the Color of Change Racial Justice Week of Action about the importance of shifting narratives around public safety, away from mass incarceration and towards reinvestment.

Virtual

Reimagine Public Safety with Community-led Decision Making

6:00 PM est

Join Participatory Budgeting Project (PBP) Co-Executive Director Kristania De Leon as she speaks with community organizers and advocates from across the country about how they are utilizing participatory budgeting to reimagine the INVEST part of divest/invest strategy.

Virtual

Kerry Washington Meditation to Honor George Floyd

6:00 PM est

Kerry Washington hosts a 9 minute and 26 second mediation to honor George Floyd and his family, acknowledge the trauma that Black people have been through this year, take time for a moment of self care, and to appreciate and be grateful for our breathe.

Virtual

Human Rights Watch Film Festival

HRWFF presents Apart

6:00 PM est

In a midwestern US state caught between the opioid epidemic and rising incarceration of women, three unforgettable mothers – Tomika, Lydia, and Amanda – prepare to rejoin their families after years of separation.

Virtual

Panel

#BeyondTheStatement: Tech Accountability Panel

3:00 PM eastern

Last year, tech companies made statements in solidarity with Black people and supported the fight for racial justice, yet their practices undermine their pledges and continue harm Black people on their platforms. Arisha Hatch, Vice President and Chief of Campaigns at Color Of Change, sat down with Aerica Shimizu Banks and Bärí A. Williams, two of the leading voices for racial equity, inclusion and accountability in Big Tech. Both former employees of major tech corporations, Aerica and Bärí discuss their experiences as Black women in the industry, how Big Tech has fallen short, and how to take action to ensure Google and all other Big Tech corporations conduct racial equity audits.

To: Michael Manley, CEO, Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles Tell Chrysler that Detroit residents need environmental health protections now!

As Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles continues its expansion in Detroit, we demand a meeting between Fiat-Chrysler’s leadership and Detroit residents living near FCA’s Jefferson North Plant expansion to negotiate for environmental and health protections for area residents.

Nike: It’s time to move #BeyondTheStatement

Nike released poignant statements about how much they value Black people during last summer's protests but still don’t pay all of their employees a living wage. Nobody should work 40 hours a week at a multimillion dollar company and struggle to pay their rent and put food on the table.

McDonald’s, Chick fil A and Burger King: If Black lives matter, pay your Black employees

McDonald's, Chick fil A and Burger King, pay your Black employees a living wage. Fast food corporations have been extremely vocal about standing in solidarity for Black liberation but its time they put their money where their mouth is.

Energy companies must be held accountable for the effects of coronavirus on Black communities.

Peabody Energy, ExxonMobil, Chesapeake Energy, Chevron, and Contura Energy must correct the harm environmental racism has had on Black folk, by acknowledging the varying ways their operation has polluted the very air Black people breathe. The insidious ways racism continues to attack our communities must stop. As we've seen during pandemic, these corporations' decisions have life and death consequences for Black people.

Tell banks to stop underwriting racism

Citibank, Wells Fargo, JP Morgan Chase, Morgan Stanley, and other Wall Street banks have been tripping over themselves to demonstrate their support for racial justice. But centuries of racist banking policies have devastating costs or Black people. Black people are denied mortgage applications that would be approved for white people, are forced to pay higher interest rates on loans, and are denied promotions at banks.

Tell retail companies to pay reparations, not shareholders

When COVID-19 stay-at-home orders began, so did the layoffs. Retail workers have been some of the hardest hit, losing their income as many corporations closed operations. Meanwhile retail giants like Caterpillar, Stanley Black & Decker, and Steelcase have paid large dividends to their shareholders. That means that while hourly and low-wage workers were laid off in droves, shareholders got an additional check. It's time for reparations.

Beyond the Statement

Demand that corporations back up their statements of support for Black people. So many companies came out saying Black Lives Matter after George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery were killed. But statements mean nothing unless they’re backed up by Black leadership, fair pay, just policies and practices.

Tell Google to conduct a racial justice audit now.

Instead of supporting the Black community, Google blocked companies from using racial justice terms like “Black Lives Matter” to place advertisements on related video content. They implemented policies that block financial sustainability for Black creators and the creators who cover the movement.

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Black Joy National Events

It’s National day of Black Joy, join an event in your city and celebrate Black Joy.

Instagram Live

Black Joy Instagram Takeovers

10 am - 4 pm ET eastern

It’s National day of Black Joy, join for live sessions on Instagram and celebrate Black joy.

George Floyd Memorial Foundation

One year on, we remember George Floyd by committing ourselves to the fight for justice. Join by honoring George Floyd’s life, and taking action to end systemic police brutality against Black and brown bodies. #JusticeforGeorge

Seen Issue 002 Contributor Conversation

Filmmaker Keisha Rae Witherspoon and Gina Duncan, Producing Director of the Sundance Film Festival, will be in conversation about Witherspoon's film T — a meditation on Black grief and transcendence in Miami.

Reimagining Public Safety

A Facebook Live conversation hosted by Represent Justice during the Color of Change Racial Justice Week of Action about the importance of shifting narratives around public safety, away from mass incarceration and towards reinvestment.

Reimagine Public Safety with Community-led Decision Making

Join Participatory Budgeting Project (PBP) Co-Executive Director Kristania De Leon as she speaks with community organizers and advocates from across the country about how they are utilizing participatory budgeting to reimagine the INVEST part of divest/invest strategy.

Kerry Washington Meditation to Honor George Floyd

Kerry Washington hosts a 9 minute and 26 second mediation to honor George Floyd and his family, acknowledge the trauma that Black people have been through this year, take time for a moment of self care, and to appreciate and be grateful for our breathe.

Commit to keep fighting

Today is the end of Color Of Change’s week of action but the fight is far from over, please continue to take action with these campaigns.

Black Joy National Events

It's National day of Black Joy, join an event in your city and celebrate Black Joy.

#BeyondTheStatement: Tech Accountability Panel

Last year, tech companies made statements in solidarity with Black people and supported the fight for racial justice, yet their practices undermine their pledges and continue harm Black people on their platforms. Arisha Hatch, Vice President and Chief of Campaigns at Color Of Change, sat down with Aerica Shimizu Banks and Bärí A. Williams, two of the leading voices for racial equity, inclusion and accountability in Big Tech. Both former employees of major tech corporations, Aerica and Bärí discuss their experiences as Black women in the industry, how Big Tech has fallen short, and how to take action to ensure Google and all other Big Tech corporations conduct racial equity audits.

Reimagining Public Safety Panel

Last year, when the racial justice uprisings were at their height, a national debate was sparked around real systemic change in our criminal justice system. This includes shifting resources away from an over-reliance on police and prisons to investing in social issues,public schools, health systems, public services, and alternative safety models. Join us today for a substantive conversation around reimagining public safety with Gina Clayton, Executive Director of Essie Justice Group Chanelle Helm, Strategic Core Co-Organizer of Black Lives Matter Louisville, and Rai LaNier, Wayne County Director of Michigan Liberation and moderated by our very own Scott Roberts.

Black Joy Graduation

Color Of Change’s local Oakland squad will co-host a Black Joy Graduation with the Justice for Oakland Students Coalition at the Black Cultural Zone. Join us at 7101 Foothill Blvd, Oakland, CA 94621 at 5:00 pm PST to celebrate Black joy!

Black Joy Virtual Happy Hour

Color Of Change’s local Minnesota Squad will host a Happy Hour on Thursday, May 27, 2021. Join us virtually at 7:00 PM CT to celebrate Black Joy.

Black Joy Lounge Night: Night of Comedy, Music, and Food

Join us virtually to celebrate Black joy! We have the opportunity to envision a community that is filled with joy and centers our relationships with one another as a source of empowerment for collective action.

Black Joy Sip and Meet

Color Of Change’s local New York Squad will host a Black Joy Sip and Meet on Thursday, May 27, 2021. Join us virtually at 7:00 PM EDT to celebrate Black Joy. This will be a fun gathering and a call to action. .

Battle of the Boroughs Black Joy Variety Show

The 2021 National Day of Black Joy will take place on Thursday, May 27, 2021 as a part of Color Of Change’s week of action. Color Of Change’s local New York Squad will host a Battle of the Boroughs Variety Show showcasing the finest talent representing each borough on Thursday, May 27, 2021.

Black Joy Movie Drive-in!

Color Of Change’s local DMV (DC, MD, VA) squad will host a movie at Bengies Drive-In Theatre. Join us at 3417 Eastern Blvd, Middle River, MD 21220 at 7:00 pm to celebrate Black joy!

Black Joy 90’s Skate Party

Color Of Change’s local Tampa squad will host a 90’s themed Skate Party at Skateworld on. Join us at 7510 Paula Dr Tampa, FL 33615 from 7pm-10pm to celebrate Black joy!

Black Joy Trivia Night

Color Of Change’s local Detroit Squad will host a Black Joy Trivia Night on Thursday, May 27, 2021. Join us virtually at 7:00 PM EDT to celebrate Black Joy.

Blackstar Presents Revival

BlackStar, in partnership with The Fabric Workshop and Museum (FWM), presents Revival!, artist Rashid Zakat's audio-visual mix that attempts to reimagine and practice what collective joy and resilience look like in times of crisis.

NOLA Black Joy Ride

Color Of Change’s local NOLA squad will host a Black Joy Bike Ride. Join us at 515 St. Louis with Get Up N'Ride NOLA at 5:00 pm to celebrate Black joy!

Investigate Minneapolis Police and other police forces that threaten Black lives

Minneapolis is not alone. We see the effects of police violence in cities across the country every day. Add your name and demand a DOJ investigation of police departments in Columbus, Rochester NY, Louisville, and everywhere Black lives are threatened by militarized police departments.

Demand Congress Ends Qualified Immunity!

The Supreme Court created qualified immunity in the 1960s to limit civilians’ right to sue police officers and other public officials for constitutional violations such as excessive force. The doctrine provides that police violence can’t be found criminal even in many inexcusable, unnecessary deaths. It's time to hold police accountable and end qualified immunity.

Tell your Senator: Reform the Jim Crow Filibuster

State legislators across the country are hard at work making sure that the historic voter turnout achieved in 2020 never happens again -- trying to force through policies that disproportionately limit Black voters’ access to the ballot. Send a message to your Senator that they should get rid of the filibuster and pass the For the People Act immediately!

Stand with Justice for Greenwood

Tulsa's leaders repeatedly denied reparations to the descendants and survivors of the Tulsa Race Massacre. Now, on the 100th anniversary, the city received $30M for its celebration. We're demanding they give 80% to those still awaiting justice.

90s Skate Party (Skateworld in Tampa FL)

The 2021 National Day of Black Joy will take place on Thursday, March 27, 2021 as a part of Color Of Change’s week of action. Color Of Change’s local Tampa squad will host a 90’s themed Skate Party at Skateworld on. Join us at 7510 Paula Dr Tampa, FL 33615 from 7pm-10pm to celebrate Black joy! This will be a fun gathering and a call to action. We have the opportunity to envision a community that is filled with joy and centers our relationships with one another as a source of empowerment for collective action.

Tell Michael Manley, CEO, Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles Tell Chrysler that Detroit residents need environmental health protections now!

As Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles continues its expansion in Detroit, we demand a meeting between Fiat-Chrysler’s leadership and Detroit residents living near FCA’s Jefferson North Plant expansion to negotiate for environmental and health protections for area residents.

Tell the International Olympic Committee to let athletes protest!

The IOC just implemented an oppressive policy to silence Black athletes during the Summer Olympics. The policy bans athletes from kneeling, raising their fists, or wearing signs or symbolic armbands. At a time of heightened political awareness and the threat of a world war, athletes who take a stand for justice are being told to “shut up and play.” This is not okay.

Black Joy Yoga Wellness Day

Color Of Change’s local Philadelphia squad will host Black Joy Yoga & Wellness at Malcolm X Park on. Join us at 5100 Pine Street to celebrate Black joy! This will be a fun gathering and a call to action.

HRWFF presents Apart

In a midwestern US state caught between the opioid epidemic and rising incarceration of women, three unforgettable mothers - Tomika, Lydia, and Amanda - prepare to rejoin their families after years of separation.

#TellBlackStories with Ashley O’Shay Director and Producer of Unapologetic documentary

Join us a real conversation about storytelling, activism and protecting our peace.

Comedy Set with Comedian Kenice Mobley

Join us for a moment of laughter and joy as an act of resistance.

Comedy Set with Comedian Rebecca O’neal

Join us for a moment of laughter and joy as an act of resistance.

Real Talk with Bridget Todd

Join us a real conversation about storytelling, activism and protecting our peace.

Sound bath meditation and healing with Dr. Mariel Burque

Join us for a sound bath healing meditation.

Black Joy Instagram Takeovers

It's National day of Black Joy, join for live sessions on Instagram and celebrate Black joy.

Kerry Washington Yoga and Mediation

We are asking for council member Deborah Rose to introduce legislation to make September 15th...

Honor Their Lives Panel

Join us for an exclusive conversation about the impact of last summer's events on American culture and the road from here.

Make September 15th Eric Garner Day

We are asking for council member Deborah Rose to introduce legislation to make September 15th, Eric Garner’s birthday, Eric Garner Day in Staten Island. It’s been almost 6 years since Eric’s death at the hands of police, and we are still witnessing police using chokeholds, and other forms of deadly violence against our people with no consequences for law enforcement.

Color Of Change

Sound bath meditation and healing with Dr. Mariel Burque

10:00 AM est

Join us for a sound bath healing meditation.

Virtual

Color Of Change

Real Talk with Bridget Todd

12:00 PM est

Join us a real conversation about storytelling, activism and protecting our peace.

Virtual

Color Of Change

Comedy Set with Comedian Rebecca O’neal

1:00 PM est

Join us for a moment of laughter and joy as an act of resistance.

Virtual

Color Of Change

Comedy Set with Comedian Kenice Mobley

2:00 PM est

Join us for a moment of laughter and joy as an act of resistance.

Virtual

Color Of Change

#TellBlackStories with Ashley O’Shay Director and Producer of Unapologetic documentary

3:00 PM est

Join us a real conversation about storytelling, activism and protecting our peace.

Virtual

Color Of Change

NOLA Black Joy Ride

6:00 PM est

Color Of Change’s local NOLA squad will host a Black Joy Bike Ride. Join us at 515 St. Louis with Get Up N’Ride NOLA at 5:00 pm to celebrate Black joy!

In-Person

BlackStar Fest

Blackstar Presents Revival

7:00 PM est

BlackStar, in partnership with The Fabric Workshop and Museum (FWM), presents Revival!, artist Rashid Zakat’s audio-visual mix that attempts to reimagine and practice what collective joy and resilience look like in times of crisis.

Virtual

Color Of Change

Black Joy Trivia Night

7:00 PM est

Color Of Change’s local Detroit Squad will host a Black Joy Trivia Night on Thursday, May 27, 2021. Join us virtually at 7:00 PM EDT to celebrate Black Joy.

Virtual

Color Of Change

Black Joy 90’s Skate Party

7:00 PM est

Color Of Change’s local Tampa squad will host a 90’s themed Skate Party at Skateworld on. Join us at 7510 Paula Dr Tampa, FL 33615 from 7pm-10pm to celebrate Black joy!

In-Person

Color Of Change

Black Joy Movie Drive-in!

7:00 PM est

Color Of Change’s local DMV (DC, MD, VA) squad will host a movie at Bengies Drive-In Theatre. Join us at 3417 Eastern Blvd, Middle River, MD 21220 at 7:00 pm to celebrate Black joy!

In-Person

Color Of Change

Battle of the Boroughs Black Joy Variety Show

7:00 PM est

The 2021 National Day of Black Joy will take place on Thursday, May 27, 2021 as a part of Color Of Change’s week of action. Color Of Change’s local New York Squad will host a Battle of the Boroughs Variety Show showcasing the finest talent representing each borough on Thursday, May 27, 2021.

Virtual

Color Of Change

Black Joy Sip and Meet

7:00 PM est

Color Of Change’s local New York Squad will host a Black Joy Sip and Meet on Thursday, May 27, 2021. Join us virtually at 7:00 PM EDT to celebrate Black Joy. This will be a fun gathering and a call to action. .

Virtual

Color Of Change

Black Joy Lounge Night: Night of Comedy, Music, and Food

7:30 PM est

Join us virtually to celebrate Black joy! We have the opportunity to envision a community that is filled with joy and centers our relationships with one another as a source of empowerment for collective action.

Virtual

Color Of Change

Black Joy Virtual Happy Hour

8 PM est

Color Of Change’s local Minnesota Squad will host a Happy Hour on Thursday, May 27, 2021. Join us virtually at 7:00 PM CT to celebrate Black Joy.

Virtual

Color Of Change

Black Joy Graduation

9 PM est

Color Of Change’s local Oakland squad will co-host a Black Joy Graduation with the Justice for Oakland Students Coalition at the Black Cultural Zone. Join us at 7101 Foothill Blvd, Oakland, CA 94621 at 5:00 pm PST to celebrate Black joy!

In-Person

Commit to keep fighting

Today is the end of Color Of Change’s week of action but the fight is far from over, please continue to take action with these campaigns.

Demand Congress Ends Qualified Immunity!

The Supreme Court created qualified immunity in the 1960s to limit civilians’ right to sue police officers and other public officials for constitutional violations such as excessive force. The doctrine provides that police violence can’t be found criminal even in many inexcusable, unnecessary deaths. It's time to hold police accountable and end qualified immunity.

Investigate Minneapolis Police and other police forces that threaten Black lives

Minneapolis is not alone. We see the effects of police violence in cities across the country every day. Add your name and demand a DOJ investigation of police departments in Columbus, Rochester NY, Louisville, and everywhere Black lives are threatened by militarized police departments.

Stand with Justice for Greenwood

Tulsa's leaders repeatedly denied reparations to the descendants and survivors of the Tulsa Race Massacre. Now, on the 100th anniversary, the city received $30M for its celebration. We're demanding they give 80% to those still awaiting justice.

Tell your Senator: Reform the Jim Crow Filibuster

State legislators across the country are hard at work making sure that the historic voter turnout achieved in 2020 never happens again -- trying to force through policies that disproportionately limit Black voters’ access to the ballot. Send a message to your Senator that they should get rid of the filibuster and pass the For the People Act immediately!

Human Rights Watch Film Festival

HRWFF presents Apart

6:00 PM est

In a midwestern US state caught between the opioid epidemic and rising incarceration of women, three unforgettable mothers – Tomika, Lydia, and Amanda – prepare to rejoin their families after years of separation.

Virtual

Inspired Artwork for the Week

Robin Hilkey

“Honor Their Lives” Theme

Rosesharon Oates

“Reimagine Public Safety” Theme

Samuel Onche

“Hold Corporations Accountable” Theme

Morrah Burton-Edwards

“Celebrate Black Joy” Theme

Amir Khadar

“Commit to Keep Fighting” Theme

Color Of Change invites you to join us for a week of movement building, unity, action, and celebration for the black community to commemorate the 1 year anniversary of the racial justice uprisings.