How to Support Oppressed Communities When You Are Not a Member
Daily demonstrations, marches, and protests have continued over the last several weeks after the killing of George Floyd. There has been an unprecedented public outcry not only against police brutality, but also against the many ways systemic racism is deeply embedded in our country and others. All of us here at De Novo HRC have been trained to be advocates for inclusion and diversity. It is past time for us to do more.
The recent demonstrations have brought people together from all backgrounds. However, if you are not a member of an oppressed group, your participation can sometimes be viewed as “virtue signaling,” “performance activism” or “slacktivism” even if unintentional. It is up to us to be sure that our support is authentic, consistent, and effective so that we become part of the