Malcolm X was right! The most disrespected and unprotected person in the world is the Black woman. In real time…we’ve seen this in the killing of Breonna Taylor, Megan Thee Stallion shooting, and even with the Black women in our very own families.
Black women need to be protected.
Black women deal with sexism, violence, racism, lower pay wages…you name it. Black women are treated less than and expected to be super heroes!
It’s sad and hurtful. Black women are so caring and devoted. Black women are strong for everyone when they don’t have to be. Black women put the needs of others before theirs. Black women will go to the end of the Earth to protect people they love. The same level of protection and love is often not reacquainted. While Black women are busy protecting everybody else…who’s protecting Black women?
Black women need to be protected.
Here’s how people can do their part to protect Black women…
- Stop discrediting a Black woman’s story. If a Black woman tells her truth, don’t devalue what she said. Don’t ask questions as to what she did to play a role in the situation. Listen to her. Believe her!
- Be available to give help and protection. If you see a Black woman being harmed don’t just record it on your phone, actually step in and help.
- Show empathy and compassion. Stop treating Black women like an afterthought. Show compassion and empathy towards Black women. Black women move the needle forward in the world. Black women deserve all of they’re flowers.
Until next time,
-Peach