Get educated, help the cause, and support Black developers and designers
Past events in the world related to systemic racism and the spread of injustice directed against Black Americans and Black people in general are just one part of the history of a corrupt modern society. Geo Controller is dedicated to all WordPress developers worldwide and is used by people of all races, nationalities, religious beliefs and skin colors. Therefore, we do not single out anyone, nor we anyone put that is superior above the other. These problems of racism affect our Geo Controller users and WordPress developers and therefore we invite you to join us in the use of your time, money and votes to confirm that Black lives matter.
There are many ways to be a part of this movement, and we’ve compiled a list of resources, advice, charities, and creators’ projects here as a starting point. We’ll continue to update it in the coming weeks, as we continue listening and learning from our community.
#BlackLivesMatter
George Floyd’s violent death was a breaking point — an all too familiar reminder that, for Black people, law enforcement doesn’t protect or save lives of Black people. They often threaten and take them.
We call for an end to the systemic racism that allows this culture of corruption to go unchecked and our lives to be taken.
We call for a national defunding of police. We demand investment in our communities and the resources to ensure Black people not only survive, but thrive. If you’re with us, add your name to the petition right now and help us spread the word.
Educate yourself
- The Death of George Floyd, In Context
- 11 Things You Can Do To Help Black Lives Matter End Police Violence
- Anti-Racism Resources for White People
- How To Be An Ally During Times of Tragedy
- Black People Need Stronger White Allies
- Recent Updates from the George Floyd Protests
- 7 Examples of What Being an Ally at Work Really Looks Like │Black EOE Journal
- Open Source Guide to Allyship
- Expanded Resources for Education Here
Protest safely:
- Know Your Rights: Demonstrating in New York City from the NYCLU
- Safety During Protest from Amnesty International USA
- Guidelines for Safe Protesting during COVID-19 from the DSA-LA
- How to Protest Safely in the Time of Surveillance from WIRED
- Protest Guide from the DCLU (expanded planning tips, preparation for law enforcement encounters, if you are arrested, etc)
- Expanded Protest Safety Resources Here
Additional actions to take:
- Change your social media profile pictures to these images from Mvmt4BlackLives.
- Sign the BLM petition campaign #DefundThePolice.
- Read and share the SURJ End White Silence Action kit.
- Companies and creators, don’t just commit to support in abstract terms while ignoring your own products and workplaces. Get guidance on designing products, services, and content for diversity.
