What Black Lives Matter Means To Me

It means black communities should be invested in, so our people have a chance for success and not become a statistic.

It means that black people should be safe in the presence of safety workers, including the police.

It means that our voices, experiences, and practices are taken seriously, valued, and respected.

It means that all parts of us are seen,  not just entertainment, sports, and fun side.

It means that our pain, our hurt, and suffering will not be put on the sideline.

It means we have those difficult conversations about racism and violence.

It means that our lives are celebrated while were still alive.

That is what Black Lives Matter means to me.