Thread by @DMVBlackLives

For years, Black Lives Matter Global Network (@Blklivesmatter) has undermined the work & integrity of local chapters -- including BLM DC.

Today we went public. Read our statement here: 

blmchapterstatement.com #BlackLivesMatter #BLM10

Despite millions being donated to the network, local chapters have lacked support & resources from national leadership. As a result, much of our local community work continues to be erased. #BlackLivesMatter #BLM10

To be very clear -- @Blklivesmatter Global Network is NOT accountable to local communities nor local chapters. The newly announced formations, BLM Grassroots and the PAC do not have the support of the majority of chapters. #BlackLivesMatter #BLM10

As a result of national leadership's actions, several local chapters have had the integrity of their community work questioned. We cannot afford to stay silent any longer. #BlackLivesMatter #BLM10

We demand the following: 

1️⃣ @OsopePatrisse & decision makers of BLMGN, @blmgrassroots, & BLM PAC stop representing themselves as leaders of all of Black Lives Matter.

2️⃣ We demand full financial transparency and accountability to all chapters. #BlackLivesMatter #BLM10

As we collectively determine next steps, we encourage our supporters to organize with and donate directly to chapters, who represent the frontline of Black Lives Matter. #BlackLivesMatter #BLM10

dcblm.org/donate