We need to keep the conversation going.
Over the past two weeks or so, our Twitter feeds have been filled with tweets surrounding the Black Lives Matter protests and the advocacy surrounding racial injustice. From petitions and rallies, to personal stories and donation cards, many have taken to social media to ensure politicians, police agencies and society as a whole know that racism is something that will no longer be tolerated.
Just as we did last week, we’re taking the time to highlight the Black creators who are using their Twitter accounts to amplify the voices of those facing racism and injustice on a daily basis, simply because of the colour of their skin. We can see the change their tweets are making, and we hope the conversation continues – change needs to happen and the only way for it to occur is for people to keep advocating for what is right and just. We must not be silent!
This should not be happening
LETS GOOOOOOOOOOO on this one!!! Guys how can I be speaking to a bunch of BAME students in the same circuit who felt uncomfortable in their stations bc of difficult examiners but the white students come out saying ‘the examiner was so nice to me!!!’🤨🤨 https://t.co/NgoKSFDB56
— YT: tonitalks ☺️☺️ (@anttiepie) June 4, 2020
We’ve heard numerous stories about People of Colour being treated differently than white people, so this tweet from Antonia Christou is sadly not surprising. This is incredibly disheartening to see, especially in a school environment, where everyone is just trying to get a fair and equal education.
WE. CAN. AND. MUST. DO. BETTER.
What a queen!
"Our mistreatment was just not right, and I was tired of it" – Rosa Parks ✊🏾🖤
My mum! 🤗 #StandByMeChallenge #WeAreTired #SayTheirNames @brenda_edwards pic.twitter.com/qv7pkOyKvF
— Jamal Edwards MBE, MBA (@jamaledwards) June 6, 2020
We have nothing else to say, other than this is amazing, Jamal Edwards. Your mother is without a doubt one talented woman, and we love that she’s using her musical talents to help spread such an important message.
Protest wherever you can
Simmers! I'm organising a Black Lives Matter Rally this Sunday (7th June)! #BLMSimsRally is the hashtag I'll be following on Sunday. I want to see your sims, your voices, used to fight against injustice towards Black lives. Info on how to participate below 👇🏾👇🏾 #BlackLivesMatter pic.twitter.com/5fLT0atUjN
— ° • °✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿 E B O N I X ✊🏿✊🏾✊🏽° • ° (@EbonixSims) June 3, 2020
Protests just don’t need to occur on the streets – they can happen in the virtual world as well! EbonixSims hosted a Black Lives Matter rally on the Sims this past weekend, which drew numerous players.
Racial Inequality is present with CPS as well
LETS NOT FORGET RACIAL INEQUALITY WITH CHILDREN PROTECTION SERVICES IS A HUGE ISSUE FOR BLACK PEOPLE TOO.
It has long been known that Black and Mixed ethnicity children are over-represented within the Children Looked After population…
— Boujie Philanthropist (@AkiraKay_) June 4, 2020
It’s well documented that Black and mixed-ethnicity children are over-represented within the CPS, and racial inequality is a huge issue for Black children who are in the system. As Akira Kay advocates, they must not be forgotten in this fight.
Don’t let history repeat itself
We love the message Inspiring Vanessa is spreading in this Instagram post. If you have a platform, you should be using it to spread awareness, promote charities, and using your influence to help make a change and help those who are fighting for the Black Lives Matter movement. This generation can’t – and will not – let history repeat itself!
As she says, “ALL LIVES CAN’T MATTER, UNTIL BLACK LIVES MATTER.”
EVERYONE is beautiful
"Good on her" for getting the fair skin huh? 😒 This is a part of the problem. Please listen to this clip https://t.co/nlttP3eiYa
— EQNX | Cuddle_Core #KOCancer (@cuddle_core) June 6, 2020
I just want people to understand how beautiful they are. The skin you have is beautiful. I understand what it feels like to feel less beautiful when your skin is seen as less desirable. Be you all the way down to your f*cking toes. BLACK IS BEAUTIFUL. DARKER SKIN IS BEAUTIFUL
— EQNX | Cuddle_Core #KOCancer (@cuddle_core) June 6, 2020
Jeannail Carter is preaching a message we think everyone needs to hear. The colour of a person’s skin doesn’t determine their beauty, nor does it make them more or less desirable.
It’s common sense
They’re saying people should’ve made petitions to remove the statues of slave owners.
WHAT?
THE GOVERNMENT NEED SIGNATURES TO KNOW CHAMPIONING SLAVE OWNERS IS BAD?
MY GOODNESS LOOOL— Nego True 🇿🇼 (@NegoTrue) June 7, 2020
Nego True makes a point: since when did we need to create petitions in order to inform the government that championing slave owners is bad? It’s common sense!
Racism is everywhere
Right, today I will be talking about this whole #BlackLivesMatter stuff. Some of you might get uncomfortable but I really think some of you need educated on what is REALLY going on. Racism is also in FGC aswell let that be known.
— King Jae #BlackLivesMatter (@KingJaeLDN) June 1, 2020
I love all races and it is sad to see racism is still happening. Finding out different cultures and meeting people with different backgrounds is always one of the reasons I love travelling. Hopefully one day we can all be equal.
— King Jae #BlackLivesMatter (@KingJaeLDN) June 1, 2020
Justin Nelson makes numerous points in this series of tweets:
- Racism is everywhere, including the gaming community.
- #AllLivesMatter is NOT the same as #BlackLivesMatter, and those who believe they’re equal do not understand that they’re actually hurting those who are currently protesting for an end to the way Black people are treated throughout society.
- There is something magical about how we are all different. Learning about different cultures and meeting people of different backgrounds helps to widen our world view and become better educated – who doesn’t want that?
Your skin colour doesn’t dictate how articulate you are
This.
I don’t think people realised how angry and upset this made me when I was growing up. As in, why couldn’t I just be called articulate without my race being diminished simultaneously? https://t.co/Bgrrj3lcaO
— tolu duckworth (@duckwhaaat) June 6, 2020
We’ve never understood what people were trying to prove by saying this to others. As Tolu Duckworth shares, it’s possible for someone to be articulate while not diminishing their race. Being articulate is not a trait just one race possesses – anyone and everyone can be articulate!
Keep on protesting
Today was magical. This energy has to continue, we can’t stop it here. I also want to say a big thank you to @njknoel_ for leading the march and stopping us every other mile to speak and spread knowledge, peace and love. You are a hero! #BlackLivesMatter ❤️ pic.twitter.com/m15lWTfPVA
— ALIYAH MARIA BEE (@aliyahmariabee) June 3, 2020
We’ve loved seeing everyone come together as one cohesive unit to protest against the racism Black people face on a day-to-day basis. This solidarity is one that is needed if we wish to enact the change that’s being fought for, and we hope these protests help bring about a lasting impact.
So there you have it…
More ways Black creators are using their platforms to raise awareness for Black Lives Matter, while also sharing their own experiences with racism and discrimination. It’s been incredibly powerful and educational reading through our timelines over the past two weeks, and it highlights just how much more needs to be done in order to eradicate systemic racism across the world.
Those wishing to learn how they can become more active in the movement can do so via this resource.
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