This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at UCD chapter.
I could spend a whole couple of pages telling you about how I first became aware of my white privilege in America, but honestly that is not important right now. What is important is taking action. If you’re going post on social media, great. But just remember that posting means nothing unless you actually do something that helps the cause (this is a piece of advice for myself as well). So, without further ado, here are some options:
DONATE
Here is a list of organizations you can donate to:
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Also, here is a really good website has a ton of information about donations, petitions, protests, where protests are, and other resources.
I know this article didn’t contain a lot of writing and feelings, but that was the point. We need to amplify the voices of the oppressed and do what we can to make sure they get heard. So please, educate yourself, talk to your family, reach out to your black friends, and DO SOMETHING.
Katie is a third year English and Theatre/Dance major. She enjoys writing fiction, performing in musicals, and binge-watching episodes of Doctor Who. With her writing, she hopes to inspire laughter, tears, and everything in between.
