Organizing so Black Lives Matter

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to respond to racial injustice and white supremacy, within the context of ongoing Black Lives Matter activism against police brutality through public protests.

Design/methodology/approach

In this paper, the authors consider the work of organizing institutions of higher education so that Black Lives Matter.

Findings

The authors offer a number of practical insights and suggestions in order to deal with racial injustice and white supremacy and better support Black faculty, staff and students on college campuses.

Originality/value

In addressing issues of racial injustice and white supremacy on college campuses, the authors bring together our experiences and perspectives as diversity officer and faculty member, respectively.

Citation

Cole, C. and Grace, A. (2021), "Organizing so Black Lives Matter", Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Vol. 40 No. 1, pp. 83-89. https://doi.org/10.1108/EDI-08-2020-0222