You may feel frustrated or helpless during this time, but remember, there are a number of ways to support the cause (note: as a white woman, I acknowledge this is a space I’m continuing to learn about, and I welcome any feedback). In addition to protesting, you can support black-owned businesses, contact government officials, sign petitions, and remember to vote, according to resources provided by the Black Lives Matter foundation. During this time, and always, mental health resources are also crucial. “For marginalized folks who also encounter relentless vitriol from people who disagree with our humanity and have for centuries, it undoubtedly takes a toll,” Rachel Ricketts, a racial justice activist and healer previously told mbg. As such, consider supporting some of the many organizations doing great work in the mental health space, in addition to anti-racist groups.
