Waging Empathy

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Ruining capitalism’s day by insisting that people and ecologies matter more than money Banner: “You think your pain and heartbreak are unprecedented in the history of the world, but then you read.” ~ James Baldwin

An illustration of a bearded old man who has donned his robe and wizard hat is captioned “True freedom is knowing you’re cringe and choosing to be yourself anyways”
Bold, all caps, rainbow colored text reads: To inspire people, don’t show them your super powers. Show them theirs.
“Basically we could not have peace, or an atmosphere in which peace could grow, unless we recognized the rights of individual human beings…their importance, their dignity…And agreed that was the basic round that has to be accepted throughout the world.” ~Eleanor Roisevelt
A black and white photo of Eleanor Roosevelt quotes: When will our consciences grow so tender that we will act to prevent human misery rather than avenge it?
A black and white drawing of a skeleton crouched down with a can of spraypaint reads: “Empathy is more rebellious than a middle finger”
A red glass vase holds three vibrant flame colored spider lilies on a hearth holding lit candles and various pieces of art
A poem by Andrea Gibson. No Such Thing As an Innocent Bystander “Silence rides shotgun wherever hate goes.”
What people think suicide prevention is: Crisis Intervention National Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-273-8255 What suicide prevention actually is: Food security Affordable housing Youth suicide prevention courses Peer norm activities Affordable [and accessible] healthcare Housing stabilization policies Destigmatizing mental illnesses Community engagement activities Destigmatizing mental health care Strengthening household financial security Increasing accessibility to mental [and all] health care Parenting skills and family relationship programs Family acceptance of individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+2 #WeAreNavajo