re: George Floyd memorial events:

Andrew, We wanted to remind you that today and tomorrow are virtual days of action in remembrance of George Floyd, who was murdered by Minneapolis police one year ago. You can speak up on social media, support the George Floyd Memorial Foundation with a donation, register to vote, and more. Here is the toolkit for the virtual days of action: TOOLKIT If you are in Minneapolis, there is a Celebration of Life tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. More details here. We honor George's life by coming together and recommitting to the fight for Black liberation, for a world where Black Lives Matter. In love and solidarity, Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation --------FORWARDED MESSAGE-------- Date: May 18th, 2021 Subject: George Floyd memorial events: From: Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation Andrew, It's nearly been a full year since George Floyd was murdered by Minneapolis police. To honor his memory and carry his legacy, the George Floyd Memorial Foundation will host a series of community-based events May 23rd through May 25th. These events are meant to bring communities together -- whether or not you're in Minneapolis. Check it out: On Sunday, May 23rd (in Minneapolis): The George Floyd Memorial Foundation will host a peaceful rally and march in downtown Minneapolis -- led by George's family, as well as other families of victims of police violence. For more details, you can visit the official rally and march event page here. On Monday, May 24th and Tuesday, May 25th (virtual): We're having a virtual day of action -- and no matter where you are, you can participate. The foundation will be providing ways to call for action and have a positive impact while we demand justice everywhere. You can access the Virtual Day of Action toolkit here. On Tuesday, May 25th (in Minneapolis): We're celebrating our Blackness through Black culture, art, history, and more -- all while supporting our local businesses with a food truck and vendor station. There will be musical performances, special guests, and most importantly -- it'll be a beautiful day of celebration honoring George Floyd. Here's the official event page with more details. For more information about The George Floyd Remembrance Weekend, please visit www.georgefloydmemorialfoundation.org/remembrance In love and solidarity, Black Lives Matter Global Network Foundation DONATE Black Lives Matter Global Network To unsubscribe, please click here. Sent via ActionNetwork.org. To update your email address, change your name or address, or to stop receiving emails from Black Lives Matter Global Network, please click here.