Activists and education professionals say social media, the growing mental health crisis among youth, and behavioral issues spurred by the pandemic all play a part.
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Black Voices for Black Justice Fund Announces Awards to 19 Black Activists Working to Advance Racial Justice
January 26, 2021 GMT
WASHINGTON (BUSINESS WIRE) Jan 26, 2021
In the wake of white supremacists attempting to overthrow the federal government and Black Americans continuing to be disproportionately affected by the pandemic and economy, a new racial justice fund is doubling down on its support of Black activists who are leading the urgent movement to build a fair, equitable, and anti-racist America.
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After receiving over 600 nominations, the Black Voices for Black Justice Fund today announced its second round of awardees, focusing on Black leaders in Colorado, Georgia, North Carolina and Washington, DC. Each will receive $20,000 to use however they believe will do the most good in building an anti-racist America.