Opal Tometi: Living

Opal Tometi is Nigerian–American writer, strategist and community organizer. Explore interesting quotes on living.
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“We are finally achieving a mass consciousness. We're seeing a widespread awareness and commitment to anti-racism that we have long needed. People are now alert and active because the pandemic demonstrated how interconnected our lives are.”

Opal Tometi

Black Lives Matter Was Always Designed to Be a Global Movement, Vice] (7 July 2020)

People

“I'm extremely gratified that people have heard and are taking ownership of Black Lives Matter. People now know that in their respective industries and countries, they have the responsibility to ensure that Black people are respected, protected and affirmed.”

Opal Tometi

Source: Black Lives Matter Was Always Designed to Be a Global Movement, Vice] (7 July 2020)

Country , People

“When you're sitting at home or living at a slower pace and you see that Black folks in your community are attacked, killed, murdered by vigilantes and by the police, you wake up, you rise to action, and you rise quickly.”

Opal Tometi

Black Lives Matter Was Always Designed to Be a Global Movement, Vice] (7 July 2020)

Home , Communication