Thread by @NAPAWF

Thread on some thoughts from Vivien, our National Field Director: "I’m thinking about all the Asian workers, mothers, their families who have to get up this morning and show up to their jobs at restaurants, salons and spas, convenience stores, grocery stores..." #StopAsianHate

"...not knowing if what they do for a living will keep them alive. I’m thinking about all the racialized misogyny in my life and my loved ones’ lives. How we have been reduced to a sexual fantasy, an ‘easy target,’ and a threat at the same time."

"I’m sick to my stomach thinking about the ideations that led to the violence in Georgia—steeped in xenophobia, sexism, imperialism, and white supremacy. About a year ago, Georgia was mourning Ahmaud Arbery. The state has not had a moment of peace for years."

"I’m thinking about our local @napawf_atl organizers, the Black, Indigenous, immigrant POC community, and LGBTQ communities who know this targeted violence too well. I can’t get the imagery out of my head, even without the footage. I’m angry, I’m shaky, I’m clouded."

Thank you to everyone donating and showing your support. NAPAWF is going to be taking action and advocating for our communities soon, but please remember to take care of yourselves and each other today. ♥