Black Lives Matter Lehigh Valley

Carlee Russel was found!

The same energy that was put into finding the Submersible needs to be put into finding Carlee Russell!

When we see words such as “deeply saddened” , “alleged” and “internal investigation”, that pretty much tells us all that we need to know.

Very curious to see if Lehigh Valley Health Network will make their TWO investigation findings PUBLIC?

Racism in Medical Education: An Unfortunate Ending To My Time At Lehigh Valley Health Network My name is Robert and I am a recent graduate of Lehigh Valley Health Network’s emergency medicine residency, I was not only the only black person in my class but also only the second black pe…

Black men deserve to grow old…

Munopco Music Theatre is currently searching for talent to be in their upcoming production of Dreamgirls!

If you are interested, you can send a video singing any song from the Motown era to [email protected].

They are also looking for minimal speaking lines, ensemble, and walk on roles.

Break a leg! 🎭

Brittney Griner has been released from Russian Penal Colony in exchange for convicted arms dealer…

It just keeps happening. They were babies.

Keep your thoughts and prayers. We want to see ACTION.

Find more info on taking action at CeaseFirePA.

Live Updates: 14 Students, 1 Teacher Dead in Texas Elementary School Shooting Gov. Greg Abbott, who announced the death toll, said the gunman was also dead.

We see the pattern. We know who is killing us. We will not be silent.

• Roberta A. Drury, 32, of Buffalo

• Margus D. Morrison, 52, of Buffalo

• Andre Mackneil, 53, of Auburn, New York

• Aaron Salter, 55, of Lockport, New York

• Geraldine Talley, 62, of Buffalo

• Celestine Chaney, 65, of Buffalo

• Heyward Patterson, 67, of Buffalo

• Katherine Massey, 72, of Buffalo

• Pearl Young, 77, of Buffalo

• Ruth Whitfield, 86, of Buffalo

• Zaire Goodman, 20, of Buffalo, was treated and released from hospital

• Jennifer Warrington, 50, of Tonawanda, New York, was treated and released from hospital

• Christopher Braden, 55, of Lackawanna, New York, had non-life-threatening injuries

Buffalo shooting victims: 'Hero' guard and a teacher who was a 'pillar of the community' are among 10 killed Thirteen people were shot -- 10 fatally -- at a Buffalo, New York, supermarket Saturday in a massacre authorities believe was racially motivated.

2 days until the May 17 Primary Election.
🗳️ Find your polling place: vote.pa.gov/Polls
✉️ Voters should drop off their mail ballot to their county board of elections or other designated location: vote.pa.gov/ReturnBallot

What are your favorite inclusive late-night spots in the Lehigh Valley?

Extra points for Black Owned Known businesses!

This Lyft Driver is not a hero. He's just a normal guy fighting racism right here in the valley.
You can do the same. Stand up for your neighbors.
Thank you, James Bode.
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“I appreciate it, truly,” Bode wrote. “But this is the way it should be everywhere, every time. I shouldn’t be “the guy” who did it or said it…we should all be that person. Speak up if you’re uncomfortable with it because it makes them uncomfortable, as they should be.”

BIPOC: Avoid Fossils Last Stand, Catty,PA. It is unsafe.

Catasauqua bar owner and companion savaged online for racist comments after ride-share driver’s video goes viral Fossil's Last Stand owner in Catasauqua expresses surprise her ride share driver is white, and things take a bad turn afterward.

Demand Sen. Casey Take Action to Protect Abortion!

The criminalization of ma*****na/cannabis products has disproportionately affected communities and people of color for decades. Numerous studies have been conducted on the inequity of ma*****na laws and inequitable sentencing that target Blacks and Hispanics, further criminalizing and targeting racial minorities and low-income communities. Cannabis reform is a criminal justice issue that would dramatically empower communities that have been decimated and most affected. As the nation moves towards legalization, as some enlightened states already have, we envision a system in which the economic opportunities are equitably distributed towards the communities that have been most affected by the war on drugs.

BIPOC folks are still targeted for w**d more than any other group.

We all deserve to celebrate 4/20.

Ma*****na Arrests by the Numbers According to the ACLU’s original analysis, ma*****na arrests now account for over half of all drug arrests in the United States. Of the 8.2 million ma*****na arrests between 2001 and 2010, 88% were for simply having ma*****na. Nationwide, the arrest data revealed one consistent trend: significant ...

Event tonight: The movie Just Mercy is part of Promise Neighborhood's "Being Black in Amerikkka Film Series."

Event — SteelStacks Upcoming Events April 2022 Tue19The Rose Maker Tue19Mothering Sunday Tue19Standup 101 with Ryan Hill Tue19Just Mercy Tue19CODA Wed20Memoria Wed20CODA Wed20The Rose Maker Wed20Mothering Sunday Wed20Italian Wine Dinner Wed20The Jazz Improvisation Experience Wed20Memoria Wed20CODA Thu21Toddler Storytim...

What are the best programs for youth in the Lehigh Valley?

Seasonal, year-round, or schools included!

Allentown School District cuts ties with Ortiz Ark Foundation following video showing use of racial slur by nonprofit leader Allentown School District cuts ties with Ortiz Ark Foundation following a video went viral last week showing an organization leader using a racial slur.

Check out the LGBTQ+ BIPOC meeting every 3rd Tuesday at Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center!

Are you ready to vote in the May 17 primary election? Our online voter registration application is available in English, Spanish and now traditional Chinese: vote.pa.gov/Register
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¿Está listo para votar en las elecciones primarias del 17 de mayo? Nuestra aplicación de registro de votantes en línea está disponible en inglés, español y ahora en chino tradicional: vote.pa.gov/Register
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您準備好 5 月 17 日初選投票了嗎？我們的線上選民登記應用程式現在有英語、西班牙文與繁體中文版本可用：vote.pa.gov/Register

"It is our duty to fight for our freedom.

It is our duty to win.

We must love each other and support each other.

We have nothing to lose but our chains."

-Assata Shakur

**Updated Status. We were able to locate an admin to take over this page/BLM group. This page will be continued under new leadership. This new team will definitely be in good hands.

- Justan

Hey Friends,

I founded this group and subsequently this page back on May 29, 2020. A lot has transpired in these last 2 years that have not only changed the social climate but the political one as well.

You've marched in the streets with us. You prayed for us from near and far. You sent in letters and emails to city and county governments on our behalf, all with the same mission and message: that BLACK LIVES MATTER.

To all of our admins, members, volunteers, and anyone who has ever supported us or had those difficult conversations to change the trajectory of trauma and racism and oppression: JOB WELL DONE.

I am announcing that as of today, I am stepping down from any leadership role or group involvement with Black Lives Matter Lehigh Valley.

I wish nothing but the best to any Individual administrator, team member or volunteer who will carry on the baton for racial justice and activism after my departure.

Any new leadership or BLM Lehigh Valley group will operate of its own accord with no affiliation or membership by me.

It has been an impactful 2 years since I took the helm of this group and it is time for me to move forward with my activism and advocacy in other measures and manners.

Continue the fight. Continue the activism. Continue having those difficult conversations. Continue standing up for black people and marginalized communities. Just continue...

I appreciate each and every one of you.



- Justan Parker Fields

Statement and Press Release from the Allentown NAACP regarding the incident at the Ortiz Ark Center.

NAACP Allentown Statement on Release of the Video, which allegedly shows a racial incident NAACP Allentown Statement on Release of the Video, which allegedly shows a racial incident at The Ortiz Ark Foundation.ALLENTOWN, PA. — The NAACP Allentown b...

Our Team was made aware of a video at a local BIPOC-led nonprofit (The Ortiz Ark) in Allentown in which a young black woman seeking rental assistance was advised "we don't help n*&^*ers".

Any use of racial slurs is unacceptable. In any way, shape, or form. It cannot exist or permeate in the Lehigh Valley (or anywhere for that matter).

The N word doesn't belong anywhere in this city, valley, or state...

Love one another. End Racism.

We are excited to share that our co-founder and lead organizer, Justan Parker Fields, has taken over the reigns of hosting responsibilities for Q:LV on WDIY 88.1 FM.

Q:LV - Q***r Lehigh Valley, brings leading-edge conversations about the LGBTQIA+ culture and community of the Lehigh Valley to WDIY listeners every month that will inspire acceptance and inclusion.

Black Lives Cannot Matter until the LGBTQIA+ Ones Do!

Check out the links below for program information!

- https://www.wdiy.org/people/justan-parker-fields
- https://www.wdiy.org/show/qlv

Buffalo Cops Who Shoved 75-Year-Old At 2020 Black Lives Matter Protest Will Not Face Punishment The two officers who simultaneously pushed Martin Gugino, causing him to hit his head against the concrete, were justified, an arbitrator found.

We are thrilled to be able to share this amazing event taking place THIS SATURDAY at the Touchstone Theatre Cafe in Bethlehem!

Hosted by Krystal Danielle (who you might have previously seen on stage when she took on the role of Shug Avery in the Lehigh Valley's Premiere of the Color Purple (produced at the Civic Theatre of Allentown), you will take a journey of Colorism within the Black Community.

See you there!

When: Saturday April 16th
Where: Touchstone Theatre Cafe
321 E 4th St, Bethlehem, PA 18015
Time: 1pm-3pm
**mask optional**

Congratulations to the Honorable Ketanji Brown Jackson confirmed in a 53-47 vote as the newest Supreme Court Justice!

Job well done sis...