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Activist Rashad Robinson on Centering Black Joy and Aspiration in Activism
TLDR Rashad Robinson discusses the importance of strategic action, structural change, and sustainable infrastructure in addressing systemic injustices and creating real impact. He emphasizes the need to focus on creating systemic victories and building infrastructure to sustain progress in the fight against social injustice.
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Business travelers are finding that mixing leisure with work trips keeps them energized, as discussed in a conversation with activist Rashad Robinson about centering black joy and aspiration in activism during Color of Change's Week of Action.
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Rashad Robinson pursued a life of activism to fight for the people he cares about and himself, emphasizing the importance of not mistaking presence for power and focusing on strategic action to create real impact.
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Color of Change focuses on strategic action and theories of change to create real impact, recognizing the interconnected nature of societal issues and the importance of persuasion through narrative to shift societal norms and possibilities.
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Rashad Robinson emphasizes the need for structural change over charitable solutions in addressing deep inequities and systemic issues that have historically marginalized communities.
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Rashad Robinson emphasizes the importance of building sustainable infrastructure and support systems to address social justice issues collectively.
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Rashad Robinson discusses the importance of creating space for self and community care while leading an organization focused on fighting systemic injustice and reimagining the architecture of social justice movements.
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Rashad Robinson emphasizes the importance of moving beyond momentary achievements towards creating systemic victories in the fight against injustice and social change.
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Rashad Robinson highlights the importance of building infrastructure to sustain progress and overcome significant obstacles in the fight for social change.
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