October 13, 2021
How non Black people can practice allyship
An ally is someone who wants to fight for the equality of a marginalised group that they are not a part of. As we go through our lives we find ourselves unintentionally and blindly being unaware of the obstacles that Black people have faced in history. As we find ourselves in the middle of Black History Month, it is important to think about how we can stand in solidarity with the Black community as well as making a conscious intention to acknowledge some of our own biases in a way that can help reach, educate and mobilise others in our network.
The question we aim to address is what can we do in order to find legitimate and sustained ways to show support to the Black community. This article will explore 5 steps you can take in order to begin your journey to becoming actionable allies.
