Anti-Racism (Words of Change series)
Powerful Voices, Inspiring Ideas
“The day I stop fighting for equality and for people that look like you and me will be the day I’m in my grave.”–SERENA WILLIAMS
Now more than ever, the fight for racial justice requires all of us to participate, not just during Black History Month, but every day of the year.
This collection of stirring quotes from anti-racist activists is a call to action and a blast of truth. In these pages readers will find understanding and inspiration to end racial injustice.
Journalist and activist Kenrya Rankin’s powerful introduction explains how systemic racism poisons the atmosphere for everyone, while her selection of vibrant quotes illuminates and honors the work of anti-racist leaders past and present. Beautifully presented quotes and capsule biographies of the activists make this book a perfect gift or resource for students, educators, librarians, advocates, and allies who seek social justice and promote anti-racism.
Voices include: Jason Reynolds, Ibram X. Kendi, Adrienne Maree Brown, Roxane Gay, Ta-Nehisi Coates, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Amandla Stenberg, Elaine Welteroth, Franchesca Ramsey, Rosa Clemente, Robin DiAngelo, Darnell Moore, W.Kamau Bell, Lizzo, Opal Tometi, Audre Lorde, Malcolm X, Buffy Sainte-Marie, Frederick Douglass, Megan Rapinoe, Laverne Cox, and many more!
“White people who truly want to be allies can find their path to ally-ship without Black validation and without us having to take time out of our days to educate them. They can find their own curriculum and figure out for themselves how they can do their part in fighting the good fight. And they can do it without the promise of Black praise.”–ZACK LINLY
Partial proceeds to benefit The Movement for Black Lives Fund.
Jul 23, 2020 | Price: $16.95
Kenrya Rankin is an award-winning author, journalist, editor, speaker, and on-air talent who creates dynamic, high-impact content that amplifies the lived experiences, advocacy and work of people of color and shifts the narrative around who deserves liberation, justice, joy and dignity in America. Kenrya's insight is frequently tapped by leading media outlets such as The New York Times, The Huffington Post and ThinkProgress. She is the Editorial Director of Colorlines and the author of How We Fight White Supremacy: A Field Guide to Black Resistance (Bold Type Books, March 2019), coauthored with Akiba Solomon. Kenrya's advocacy has been covered by Essence, ABC7's Good Morning Washington, The Tavis Smiley Show, Ebony, D.C. Breakdown, The Root, Red Tricycle, NewsOne Now, The Huffington Post and BET Digital. She has lectured, run workshops, and sat on and moderated panels for several organizations at venues including Howard University, American University, Barnard College and the National Press Club. Kenrya earned her undergraduate degree in journalism from Howard University and her master's degree in publishing from New York University. She is a proud native of Cleveland, Ohio, and currently lives in the Washington, D.C. area with her brilliant artist daughter.
Details
- Hardcover: 160 pages
- Publisher: Sasquatch Books
- Language: English
- ISBN: 9781632173409
- ISBN Hyphenated: 978-1-63217-340-9
- Dimensions: 5 x 7
- Weight: 11 ounces
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"From activist and author of How We Fight White Supremacy comes this slim yet powerful collection of quotes from over 100 imperative voices in the anti-racism movement...get yours to take a break, rejuvenate, refresh and get back into the fray."
—Ms. Magazine
"Discover a myriad of anti-racist activists through these 100-plus reflections."
—Colorlines
"This is a [book] that will drive conversations, especially with younger readers. Filled with quotes from entertainers, intellectuals, and notable social justice heroes, this book will encourage children to ask questions, embrace history, and aspire to be the change they want to see."
—BookRiot"From activist and author of How We Fight White Supremacy comes this slim yet powerful collection of quotes from over 100 imperative voices in the anti-racism movement...get yours to take a break, rejuvenate, refresh and get back into the fray."
—Ms. Magazine
"Discover a myriad of anti-racist activists through these 100-plus reflections."
—Colorlines
"This is a [book] that will drive conversations, especially with younger readers. Filled with quotes from entertainers, intellectuals, and notable social justice heroes, this book will encourage children to ask questions, embrace history, and aspire to be the change they want to see."
—BookRiot