Tuesday, May 25 – On the anniversary of his death at the hands of the police, we remember George Floyd. We mourn the loss of so many lives to the brutality of racism, and recognize that the fight for justice is ongoing: since May 25, 2020, more that 1,000 people have been killed by the police in the United States.
The Wayland Library continues our efforts to provide opportunities for lifelong learning in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. On this day especially, we recommend the following resources:
Say Their Names
- George Floyd’s Obituary
- Say Their Names (short film)
- Say Every Name web site highlighting Black victims of police violence
- Say Her Name from the African American Policy Forum
Police Violence and Reform
- “The Long Painful History of Police Brutality in the U.S.” Smithsonian Magazine
- Curated articles on Police Reform from The Marshall Project
- Policing the Police from PBS/FRONTLINE
- H.R.7120 – George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2020
For Parents
- On Point Radio: How To Talk To Your Kids About Race, Racism And Police Violence
- More resources for parents and educators of young children from Embrace Race
- Resources for Talking about Race, Racism and Racialized Violence with Kids
Finally, we maintain our recommended antiracist reading and film lists here. Watch our calendar or newsletter for upcoming programs, or view recorded past programs on our web site. As always, please contact us with your comments and suggestions.
