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Julia Carson Little retweeted
“The function, the very serious function of racism is distraction. It keeps you from doing your work." ...Toni Morrison.
So, when they tell you there is no (institutional) racism, this is the ultimate attempt at distraction. Stay woke, stay wise, stay focussed. Do not waver.
Julia Carson Little retweeted
Me and White Supremacy by Layla F Saad is now available as an ebook through NUsearch and the Black Lives Matter reading list.
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Julia Carson Little retweeted
This week: Stories in the aftermath of the killing of George Floyd, all recorded this past week. bit.ly/2zxDGty
Julia Carson Little retweeted
Nottingham researchers want to know how lockdown is affecting your relationships.
The study will also explore how confinement has impacted domestic, work, leisure and social habits.
Read more about the study and take part here:
nottingham.ac.uk/news/nottin… #COVID19 @UoNresearch
Julia Carson Little retweeted
Want to find out more about our #healthcare courses at @UniofNottingham? Join us virtually to experience live lectures, speak to expert tutors and learn more about our extraordinary world! nottingham.ac.uk/virtual/
#WeAreUoN
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Julia Carson Little retweeted
After rapid weight-loss and some convincing from his mother, Anthony finally went to the doctor and learned he had #lupus.
Watch this video to hear more about Anthony's story and advice that may help you along your own journey. #MensHealthMonth
Julia Carson Little retweeted
We would like to invite #working #adults in the #UK to take part in this online study examining how the lockdown is affecting our body, mind and work productivity during #WorkFromHome #CoronavirusLockdown. Approved by the ethics committee of @DerbyUni. bit.ly/3fXSxxD
Julia Carson Little retweeted
Medical Students! Try this new animated training tool about #EatingDisorders in men. The central feature- a 3 min animation voiced by those with lived experience. Approved by @rcgp buff.ly/2Usws0W ‘I’ve gained valuable insight into the experiences of men' -GP. RT widely🙏
Julia Carson Little retweeted
An apology from Karen Middleton | The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy. Humble and honest apology and one we must heed ourselves. Incumbent of all of us as members of the CSP to stand against racism and any other forms of discrimination we encounter. csp.org.uk/blog/2020/06/apol…
Julia Carson Little retweeted
To truly know yourself as a non BAME, please use this resource.
This is a scaffolded learning resources on anti-racism for white folks based on Helms’ stages of white identity development: docs.google.com/document/d/1… #physiotalk
Julia Carson Little retweeted
It's been 2 years since we lost Anthony Bourdain. You can revisit his 2016 interview here: n.pr/2Yg1k5R
Julia Carson Little retweeted
These past few weeks have been mentally draining.I worked on this SU statement which includes links to wellbeing resources for Black students, Books to read for Non-black POC and U.K based platforms to support. Have a read and pls take care of yourselves.❤️
The University of Nottingham Students' Union fully support and endorse the Black Lives Matter movement.
Read our statement here: bit.ly/2z55t48
Julia Carson Little retweeted
Want to learn more about racism outside the USA?
Some recent books from the UK & Irl worth reading are
The Good Immigrant @nikeshshukla
Why I'm No longer Talking to White People about Race @renireni
Don't Touch my Hair @EmmaDabiri
White Privilege @KalwantBhopal
Julia Carson Little retweeted
ACMN was born due to the racism black healthcare students experience in university institutions. We continue to be a safe space for students to learn and BE their authentic selves, in an environment that tries to dampen our spirit.
#BlackLivesMattter
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Our online bereavement support groups this Tues & Thurs, more info & sign up bit.ly/2MvCppP
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Julia Carson Little retweeted
To my white educators: Today, you’re posting about social justice, buying antiracist books, following brown folks, and temp changing your profile pictures. (thread)
Here’s what I need you to do tomorrow:
Julia Carson Little retweeted
Public health experts are worried that the mass protests in the U.S. could lead to a surge of new coronavirus cases. Police using tear gas and pepper spray causes people to tear up and cough, which could increase the risk of transmission.
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Julia Carson Little retweeted
Around the world, the killing of George Floyd in police custody is setting off mass protests against police brutality.
In London, protesters defied stay-home restrictions, chanting "I can’t breathe," "black lives matter" and "no justice, no peace." nyti.ms/2ZS4lMp
Julia Carson Little retweeted
Feeling like you don’t know where to begin with engaging in becoming an anti racist? Check out these resources (from @goodgoodgood).
Julia Carson Little retweeted
We're so proud of our student midwives starting their final placements today. Although they'll have to wear masks to protect against #COVID19 they want to reassure pregnant women that they'll be smiling underneath their masks! #WeAreUoN #WithWoman @UoN_Midwifery