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This Black Lives Matter Month, stand in solidarity and show your support - amplify voices, donate to causes, and join the movement!
June 1 marks the beginning of Black Lives Matter Month, a special time to celebrate the resilience and strength of the Black community. This month was created to recognize and honor the struggles, achievements, and accomplishments of African-Americans throughout history. It's also a time for people of all backgrounds to come together in solidarity and raise awareness about issues that disproportionately impact Black lives. So join us in paying homage to the ongoing fight for justice, equality, and freedom this June!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Black Lives Matter Founding</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Black Lives Matter movement was officially founded by Alicia Garza, Patrisse Cullors, and Opal Tometi in response to the acquittal of Trayvon Martin's murderer.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Ferguson Protests</div><div class='timeline-text'>Ferguson, Missouri became a flashpoint for protests against police violence following the fatal shooting of Michael Brown, pushing Black Lives Matter into a national spotlight.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>BLM Activates #SayHerName</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Black Lives Matter movement amplified the #SayHerName campaign, aiming to highlight the often ignored police violence against Black women and girls.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inaugural BLM Month</div><div class='timeline-text'>The mayor of Philadelphia declares June as Black Lives Matter Month, marking the first formal recognition of a month dedicated to the movement.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Protests Erupt</div><div class='timeline-text'>Following the police killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis, Black Lives Matter protests spread globally, bringing unprecedented attention and support to the movement.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2021</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Continued Activism</div><div class='timeline-text'>The fight for justice and equality persists, as Black Lives Matter activists continue advocating for systemic change and reform.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate to organizations</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Research and find organizations that are working for the cause of racial justice and donate your time, talent or treasure to the cause. This can be a great way to show your support and make a difference.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend events</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Search out your local Black Lives Matter events and attend. Whether it is a rally, march, or protest, show your support by making your presence known.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Support Black businesses</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Look for Black owned businesses in your area and make an effort to shop there. This can be a great way to show your support for the movement and make an economic impact.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Educate yourself</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to educate yourself on the history of racism in America and learn what you can do to be part of the solution. There are many books, articles, and documentaries available to help you better understand this important issue.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Spread the word</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Share information about racial justice with your family and friends. Let them know what you have learned and encourage them to join you in taking action.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It brings attention to systematic racism</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Black Lives Matter Month serves as an important reminder of the disproportionate amounts of violence and discrimination that black people still face in America today. By acknowledging the devastating effects of systemic racism, we can begin to take steps towards dismantling a system that has perpetuated inequality for far too long.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It amplifies black voices</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Black Lives Matter Month is an opportunity to lift up and celebrate the powerful contributions that black individuals have made to society, from civil rights activists to entrepreneurs and scientists. Through acts of solidarity like donating to organizations or attending rallies, we can support these brave and courageous voices in their fight for justice.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It drives meaningful change</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Although Black Lives Matter Month only lasts one month out of the year, it provides much needed motivation to continue driving longterm change in our society. During this time, we can look at where progress needs to be made and come together as a community to ensure that everyone is treated fairly and with respect.</p></div></div>
Black Lives Matter Month is celebrated on June 1 every year. In 2024 Black Lives Matter Month will occur on a Saturday.
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