Using Nonviolent Language
Soon we’ll have a verdict in the trial of former BART officer Johannes Mehserle. Since Oscar Grant was shot and died in Oakland, there may be great upset expressed in our community — no matter the verdict.
Our local law enforcement and community-based agencies are committed to supporting peaceful demonstrations AND to ensuring personal safety and protection of property. We urge everyone to use care and sensitivity when sharing about this situation. Word choice matters: Protest ≠ Riot. Images matter: A single image — no matter how atypical — becomes the iconic representation of a situation.
We urge all people to use nonviolent language and help us build a strong, united community with peace, prosperity and justice for all. If you have helpful nonviolent solutions, prayers, quotes, resources, etc., please contribute them on social media sites using the hashtag #unrest.
PLEASE post and share. Thank you for your support!
Ana-Marie
http://www.thekingcenter.org/ProgServices/Default.aspx
