Jezebels, Mammies, and the Dehumanization of Black Women
September 14, 2020
Popular culture informs much of our understanding of the world and the people around us. For better or for worse, we rely on stere… Read more »
Is Liberation “High Vibe?”
September 10, 2020
We’ve all seen it a million times. Maybe on somebody’s mother’s Facebook cover photo or a tacky Forever 21 hoodie: “Good Vibes Onl… Read more »
Save Yourselves And Leave Black Women Alone
September 8, 2020
“Strong,” independent,” “resilient.” There was a time in my life where I saw these characteristics as noble and empowering. An aff… Read more »
In Defense of Pete Davidson
September 4, 2020
We can’t claim to be pro-mental health if we don’t work to de-stigmatize the “scary” illnesses This year, at my small socially-dis… Read more »
Ohio Statewide Divest from White Supremacy and Invest in Black & brown communities Campaign
August 11, 2020
Tell your local elected officials they must divest from militarized police and invest in Ohio’s Black and Brown communities! Our n… Read more »
Texas Divesting & Investing Statewide Campaign
August 11, 2020
Take action now to show you believe in defunding the police in order to give Texans healthcare Our state and local officials shoul… Read more »
Alabama Beyond Policing Campaign Summer 2020
July 20, 2020
URGE is participating in a larger campaign being coordinated by ACLU Alabama, which is calling on local officials to make meaningf… Read more »
LGBTQ+ Pride Month URGE Priority State Resources
June 22, 2020
Hey y’all, URGE virtual Pride planning is well under way! In addition to our fun queer movie night, “Popcorn and Pride”,and of cou… Read more »
