Giving Tuesday
On Giving Tuesday, we thank all of our past donors and ask that this year you donate to our partners at CoolKids.org who put on the FinLit Fest. Financial literacy is sorely missing in our community and teaching kids early is essential!
Fired For Dreadlocks!
This Must Stop! A Black trucker in lowa was fired for refusing to cut his dreadlocks, sparking a lawsuit over alleged racial discrimination. Despite offering compromises that respected both his culture and the job’s demands, Drew Harvey was still dismissed!
Call Iowa Civil Rights Commission NOW to file a complaint on TMC Transportation
Phoenix PD must be held accountable!
A Deaf Black Man who has cerebral palsy is facing felony aggravated assault and resisting arrest charges after he was repeatedly punched and tasered by a pair of Phoenix police officers. The violent and rapid arrest of Tyron McAlpin raises serious questions as Phoenix and the Department of Justice battle over whether the police department needs federal oversight.
Stop & Frisk Beating by Baton Rouge Police
Baton Rouge police, were initially called to the area due to an “technology report” of a shooting in the area.
Rodrick Veal was caught on camera, being unlawfully detained, due to being stereotyped as someone who would have shot in the area.
Contact the Baton Rouge Police Department and make sure those officers are held responsible for their actions.
Fearless Fund Update
U.S. Court of Appeals blocks Fearless Fund from awarding grants exclusively to black women.
This is outrageous! Do your part, and contact the Federal Court of Appeals - let them know they need to unblock the funds awarding grants to black women.
Black Woman Making History
Lilian Seenoi-Barr, Ex Refugee From Kenya, will make history today, June 3, by coming Northern Ireland's first black mayor.
Contact her to congratulate her on her history making accomplishment, and wish her good luck in office.
Bill to Provide Support to Families Affected by Police Violence
Rep Cori Bush revived a bill this week to provide mental health resources for families that have been affected by police violence.
Reach out to the Missouri congress office to push the decision to pass the bill and shed light on this situation in more states.
Another Family Treated like Dexter Wade Family
Mario Moore's mother speaks out; says she had to buy back the rights of her son to be able to bury him properly.
Do your part and call the Hinds County, MS Sheriffs Office demand justice for these families and future families!
Happy Holidays to Everyone
As many of us celebrate, remember we are all part of our community and giving back is a gift to those who do the giving. 📷@itsjustlondon
Shaquille Zachery
Every year on May 12th, Shaquille’s family holds a vigil in honor of his life after he was fatally shot five and a half years ago while leaving a party.
This family says they still do not have answers and are desperately needing closure.
Miami-Dade Youth
African-American youths make up just 17 percent of the population in Miami-Dade; however, they represented 63 percent of arrests in 2022 in Miami-Dade.
Lets help these youths regain their opportunity in life. Call Mayor Daniella Levine Cava at (305) 375-5071 and demand that this issue be fixed.
Legacy Lab Youth Event
Always an honor to contribute to the community and inspire the next generation. Big thanks to @MagicJohnson and @atlantalife for the love and recognition this week to @tip and @usorelsenow.
Together, we rise! 🚀 #LegacyLab #AtlantaLifeIC #BuildingTomorrow #CommunityFirst #YouthEmpowerment #FinancialLiteracyMatters"
Lewiston Maine Mass Shooting
At least 22 people are dead and dozens are injured following two mass shootings Wednesday night in Lewiston, Maine, officials say. An intensive manhunt is underway for a suspect, Robert Card, in the shootings.
If you have any information that can assist this suspect in getting captured please call (207) 753-2500
Gov. Gavin Newsom
Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed bill 673 into law in california which created an “ebony alert” system. This system prioritizes children of color that go missing which is his response to “white missing children getting more media coverage”
Does this further cause racial divides or is this the system that our children deserve? Comment below your thoughts.
Bank Discrimination
A community bank in Rhode Island agreed to pay $9 million to resolve allegations that it engaged in lending discrimination by redlining majority-Black and Hispanic neighborhoods. Call the Department of Justice at (202) 514-2000 and demand that people impacted by bank discrimination be paid as well.
Meet Robiar Smith
Meet Robiar Smith from Southside Chicago. She is the CEO of R.B. Premium products which makes her the first and only black woman owned pest control product to be in home depot
Her company produces the popular bug spray called Bug Strike. It is available now in Home Depot, so we urge you all to buy black and support her business.
Our Charitable Services
US OR ELSE provides a number of charitable services which include providing food, providing clothing, and providing toys for those in our community who need them most. We have a track record of caring for our community in unique ways that will change the trajectory of Atlanta and surrounding areas for the better, for years to come.
Petitions For Justice
From systemic oppression and injustice, to sub-standard living conditions and education for our children, to the malicious cycle of mass incarceration and the continuous genocide of our people at the hands of the descendants of colonizers, who fight to perpetuate this atrocity in the name of ‘law enforcement,’ we have suffered long enough.’’
Lloyd's of London
On July 17, hip-hop artist and entrepreneur T.I. penned an open letter to insurance marketplace Lloyd’s of London. In the letter to the company, which played a role in the 18th and 19th century trans-Atlantic slave trade, he demanded reparations on behalf of the descendants of the millions of Africans forced into slavery from the global exchange.
