My take on "Making History" with Alabama activists February 27th, 2021

 I know I am late but I took some notes while I watched the  Zoom call. Below is the touched up version from about 5 months ago. 

Click here to watch the " Making History Video"

On February 27th, 2021 some of Alabama's activists gathered together to speak on a zoom meeting titled "Making History". 

We have Satura Dudley as the host . 

Featuring Activists 

Celida Soto

Lady Freedom

Amaria Jackson

Travis Jackson, 

Martez File

Karen Nikki

 Diana Islom

Solomon Balaam- Reed.

I joined right on time and watched the whole video. It was inspired and it was heartfelt. 

Each of the panelists spoke on what made them begin their journey of activism. Everyone gave testimony on each breaking points which lead them to this zoom call today. The panelists spoke candidly and encouragingly about the process and what is has taken to get to where they are today. From speaking about their passions, their experiences, and their beliefs about what is happening in the city and nation around us. I wont share each person recalling their experiences but have included the link at the beginning of this post and recommend you take a moment to watch it. 

I heard one of the speakers say " We will Win." and I agree wholeheartedly. We will one day see the results we want. Giving up is not an option. Someone speaking made the statement that this is love work. Love work in the community to help one another and to make the changes that you want to see. Its continually pouring yourself out so others can grow and be lifted up.   

Nikki and Files both spoke on the feelings of  guilt that can come with activism. Whether it be from wondering if you're doing enough, and spending time away from the battlefield. Others focused on making sure we knew we needed to forgive ourselves. We are only human. It was an honor to see them and to hear them. It spurs me on to continue to be as intentional as possible to help others around me. What we do now may determine the life that others will live. I want to thank them for the time, effort, blood, sweat, and tears, they have put in for our benefit. You are the real rock stars. 

 I am incredibly thankful that I was there to witness history in the making.