While the BIPOC in Animal Well-Being Collective (BIPOC AWC) exists for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, allies can support us and our work by:
Spreading the word about the group to BIPOC colleagues/staff
Working to be better informed through introspection and available resources
Amplifying and hiring BIPOC voices within your organization and community
Donating to the Collective to foster continued growth of the group
One of the most courageous steps you can take is to reflect on yourself- your words, actions, and how they may uphold the racist systems we’ve been taught.
What do you need to unlearn?
How do you actively support an equitable and just society?
What does it mean to be an ally versus an accomplice?
Knowing where to start can feel overwhelming but taking the first step matters.
Want to learn more about DEI and anti-racism? Explore the resources below.
Books
White Women by Regina Jackson, Saira Rao
The History of White People by Nell Irvin Painter
White Rage by Carol Anderson
Me and White Supremacy by Layla F. Saad
How to Be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi
Ted Talks & Videos
Deconstructing Karen - Regina Jackson, Saira Rao
"The Urgency of Intersectionality" - Kimberlé Crenshaw (YouTube)
"Systemic Racism Explained" - Act.TV (YouTube) A short, easy-to-understand video on systemic racism.
"How Studying Privilege Systems Can Strengthen Compassion"- Peggy McIntosh (YouTube)
Articles & Guides
“Guide to Allyship” A resource on being an active, thoughtful ally.
“Accomplices Not Allies: Abolishing the Ally Industrial Complex”- Indigenous Action Media
LinkedIn Anti-Racist Voices & Sources
Paul Ladipo
Arthur Chan
Verna Myers
Lily Zheng
Dana Brownlee
Important Actions
Listen & Learn – Educate yourself instead of expecting BIPOC to teach you.
Speak Up – Challenge racism in conversations, workplaces, and policies.
Support BIPOC Voices – Read, follow, and amplify BIPOC creators, writers, activists and business owners.
Donate & Volunteer – Support racial justice organizations financially or with time.
