Ferguson Self Care

On the night of March 11th, the protest had a familiar atmosphere. It almost felt like August again. I walked in to the sounds of “F*** the Police” blasting, they played both the Boosie and NWA version. These songs are liberating and therapeutic for many of us. Even #FergusonPD was up to their usual “snatch and grab” “game”, which is when they charge us and arrest anybody, and they don’t care who they get either. There were so many faces, and I felt excited to see these people, they were my family and it was a like a big reunion. I’m not sure what brought out such a large crowd to the PD last night; maybe it was the weather, maybe people wanted to celebrate multiple resignations. Whatever it was, I was just thrilled to be in the midst of family.

This is a concept that many onlookers don’t realize. For many of us, the protestors
have become our uncles, cousins, sisters, brothers, mothers, and fathers; and the streets have become our home. It’s weird really. One goes to the protest to declare how they don’t feel
”protected” by the state, and upon arrival they stumble upon the
protection they seek within the community. I love it. To protest is family. To
protest is protection. To protest is to love. But in the midst of love, hatred
is often found rearing its ugly head around the corner in envy.

If you’re interested in getting involved here’s how you can help:

1. you want to volunteer your time or service? Please fill out a contact form and organizers will touch base with you about the event and how your specific task will be beneficial to protestors fighting for change. http://goo.gl/forms/zaMEXGqHQo

2. Can’t physically attend the event nor volunteer? We need funds. The money goes towards food and space reservations. Our goal is to raise at least $1000. Please send donations to our paypal at FergusonSelfCare@Gmail.com. We will send a special thank you package to those donating $50 or more, which will include a free “Ferguson Self Care” t-shirt.

3. Don’t want to use paypal? We have an Amazon Wish List for some items we will need for the event. http://amzn.com/w/3QIJ0U0CIWJ93 Please be sure orders will arrive by January 10th. We want to ensure that we will have everything ready to go for the actual event. if you feel the order won’t arrive on time feel free to use the paypal account.

4. Would you like to send your own personal gift or check? Please contact us at FergusonSelfCare@Gmail.com and we’ll provide you with an address.

5. Are you a business that wants to donate a space, food, or service? Please contact us via email. FergusonSelfCare@Gmail.com

6. here’s the “ferguson self care” tee spring campaign. All proceeds will go towards the event.  http://teespring.com/FergusonSelfCare

Written and edited by Angel Carter, December 18th. All rights reserved. No reproduction of this work, graphic designs, and t shirt designs included, is permitted without authorization. Contact angel65.tc@gmail.com for more information. © 2014 Angel Carter