Black Own Business Blackout Case Study

She has carved a pathway where other young, old, married, or single black women have a direction where they can follow her lead to unimaginable distances.

Individuals can make a difference and enact change within society. Even though people may have beliefs and opinions that differ, it is still possible to make changes that help to put all citizens on a more equal footing. In chapter one, Virginia Ramirez teaches us that we are never too old to find our inner strength to stand up for what is right. This is exactly what she did for her elderly neighbor who died because she could not get the help she so desperately needed. Virginia spoke up and advocated even though it angered her husband at first. Her story like many others found throughout this book inspire me to want

Nevertheless, she also a great role model for the community, she participate in several outreach activities, which give her the opportunity to further connect with others, exemplifying her generosity and care as she model God- giving spirit.

Her ability to consistently attain successful work throughout her life elevated her status in the community. The work that allowed her to achieve standing also served as the catalyst for her initial questioning of her surroundings, and allowed her to fully realize the extent that the system was stacked against black Americans. However; this realization led to an empowerment capable of fighting the forces that worked against her, rather than the fearful subservience of fellow members of the Black community, including her mother and younger sister.

The documentary, The Interrupters, focus on the impact education has in the brutality and bloodshed in the United States. Chicago, Illinois is one of the most violent cities in the US, and because of this multiple violent prevention projects were formed.The documentary followed “interruptors” of violence in the streets of Chicago through mediation. “Interrupters” are former high ranking gang members who volunteered to stop the violence in hopes to save lives. One of the major “interruptors” that deserve to be focused on is Ameena Matthews. Mrs. Matthews has an extensive ties to the gangs activity in Chicago. Her father, Jeff Fort, was one of the first and most dominant gang leaders of Chicago. When in care of her mother, Matthews was mentally, physically, and sexually abused as a child from ages of 9-15 years old. Matthews then returned to live with her grandmother in an overcrowded roach filled apartment. In attempts to develop a better life for her and her grandmother, Matthews became involved with the mob. Matthews developed a reputation for herself and quickly became the only female lieutenant in the mob she participated in. She then became consumed with the lifestyle and its benefits. Matthews reverted from the gang when she started to become more involved in the church of Islam, where she found her husband Imam.When speaking about the origin of her gang affiliation, Matthews stated that she was strongly influenced by those in

Mrs. Luella Bates Jones Washington was not like every other woman in the city. She was determined to stand up for her rights and the rights of others. Everyone knew her as a caring, independent, and outgoing woman. When she was a little her family was considered poor. They barely had enough money to place a decent amount of food on the table each night. As a child, she remembered that her family was so desperate for money that she decided to take action. Mrs. Luella always made sure that she knew that she had been doing right. If someone were to violate someone’s rights, then she would defend the victim, from the action do-er.

I am slowly starting to adjust more to the city life. I have enjoyed having the opportunity to meet new people, live with new people, and simply experience new experiences. On Monday I was able to attend the MLK marade. This was a completely new experience to me; I had never engaged in an experience in which so many people gather together for a similar purpose—justice. Through this experience, I have been pondering what justice would really look like in this world and how I can really do something to positively impact world justice.

According to Dr. Douglas, she was given an opportunity to change the community and try to make a difference. She believes that she is at a stage in her life where she gives her service to the world as a way to pay her dues.

Owen’s mother had a major influence on how Mrs. Owens’ life turned out. Mrs. Owens’ mother began her daughter's community service for the first time while Mrs. Owens was in the second grade. They had an elderly neighbor who was physically impaired which forced her to be confined to a wheelchair. Mrs. Owens recalls many days when her mother would tell her “everyday when I come home, I had to ask Mrs. Wilkerson did she need my assistance with anything.” It was then when Mrs. Owens realized that she did not think of helping others as a punishment or a chore, but as something that she truly enjoyed. Her mother made sure that all of her children did their duties to their community. “I am still inspired to do things to enhance our community and strengthen our people because I have been raised knowing that its just something that were supposed to do.

Every town has its perks and its down sides. Alpena is as well one of those towns. Alpena is a good place to live, however this town could be a better more beloved community, just like any other. Alpena has a pretty good repetition. It doesn’t have much crime or many bad things happening within it. But Alpena needs better people, more things for kids to do, and possibly a better school system.

On the night of October 6, 1998, Matthew Shepard was brutally beaten and left to die tied to a fence in Laramie, Wyoming. This event brought much attention from the media and controversy that affected the city of Laramie forever. The once close-knit and joyful community turned into a town of crime, filled with hate in the eyes of the media. This is just one example of how a traumatic event can drastically change a community, whether it be affecting the people or the town itself. Even though the town of Laramie was obviously negatively affected, the murder also forced the people of the community to realize their problems and to talk about it. This shows how a community suffering the effects of a disaster can also turn it into a reason to change themselves for the better. Although a traumatic event can bring hardship to the people it affects, the community can bring from that tragedy positive changes such as addressing and working on their problems, bringing the people together, and realizing what they have and being grateful for it.

She helped found the American Civil Liberties Union and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. She helped so many people with the accomplishments she

Today I attended a conference hosted by The Stop Mass Incarceration Network (SMIN). I am thankful for the opportunity to speak with some individuals, such as Mr. L’Sana DJahspora, who have lost loved ones due to police MURDERS, as well as families who have lost loved ones due to incarceration. The SMIN is currently planning a No More Stolen Lives Tour which will focus on conveying the message that Police Terror Must Be STOPPED and pose the question to the world, Which Side Are You On? The logistics of this entire tour is being put into place now and I am very excited to work with this organization and the families who has suffered.

Joe Buscaino, a councilman of Los Angeles, said, “A community of faith has come together to stand for peace and justice, and here we are. Hundreds of Wilmington Residents coming together to stand together as a community to say, ‘enough is enough, basta!’”. Buscaino said this because Wilmington was in a time of despair. The gang members murdered two teenagers and the Wilmington Residents have had enough with the act of violence. In the past, Wilmington has gone through multiple killings a day until the homicide of two people. They all decided to walk for peace and justice because people, human beings do not deserve to be killed for revenge or retaliation. This demonstrates the partial of my community. Wilmington faces two main concepts: education and environment. I identify myself in many ways based on my community, my social group and my micro community. These factors have shaped me to the person I am today.

I never knew of National Night Out until a couple of weeks ago, when at church, it was mentioned as an excellent opportunity to connect with one’s community. Growing up in a cul-de-sac with a bunch of older couples, my siblings and I were always playing all by ourselves. We were limited by the absence of other neighborhood kids. I acutely remember the pain of not being able to play with any others, other than my younger siblings. Being part of a vibrant neighborhood community, however, was not just something that was missing for us, as we lived in a cul-de-sac. The vista of a neighborhood street filled with children and families on porches in the evenings after dinner is nothing but a scene in a movie today. It is a dream of bygone times. We as Americans in general live lives wholly disconnected from those that live around us. We stay inside, when we’re home, and then abscond into our cars as we drive away to work each day. Our interactions with our neighbors is kept to a minimum. National Night Out, which is today, August 1, is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live, for it is known that the lack of a true sense of community weakens the local economy, isn’t conducive to a healthy environment, and breeds disrespect among peoples - urban planning and smart neighborhood development are not only good for the environment, despite such