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this is a message for all palestinians.
i'm so sorry for what you've been through. i'm sorry we failed as humanity. i'm so fucking sorry. right now i'm crying because i'm tired of seeing y'all suffer. i'm tired of seeing people dying. i'm tired of seeing pictures of dead bodies, mostly kids. i'm tired of seeing pictures of people in hunger. i'm tired of seeing pictures of parents crying and carrying their kid's body. i'm so tired. i want y'all to be free. i want y'all to live a normal life. i want to see your kids going to school and achieving their dreams. i want to see parents playing with their kids. i'm so sorry we failed as humanity, but now the governments are seeing who's right and who isn't and i believe a ceasefire will happen soon and y'all will be free!
FREE PALESTINE!
FREE CONGO!
FREE SUDAN!
FREE UKRAINE!
FREE UYGHURS!
FREE KASHMIR!
FREE EVERYONE!
END COLONIALISM AND LET PEOPLE BE FREE!
WE WILL ONLY BE FREE WHEN WE ARE ALL FREE!
; it's truly sickening that all of this has been allowed to go on, it makes me so sad seeing all these innocent people suffering. END COLONIALISM AND LET PEOPLE BE FREE !!
this is a message for all palestinians.
i'm so sorry for what you've been through. i'm sorry we failed as humanity. i'm so fucking sorry. right now i'm crying because i'm tired of seeing y'all suffer. i'm tired of seeing people dying. i'm tired of seeing pictures of dead bodies, mostly kids. i'm tired of seeing pictures of people in hunger. i'm tired of seeing pictures of parents crying and carrying their kid's body. i'm so tired. i want y'all to be free. i want y'all to live a normal life. i want to see your kids going to school and achieving their dreams. i want to see parents playing with their kids. i'm so sorry we failed as humanity, but now the governments are seeing who's right and who isn't and i believe a ceasefire will happen soon and y'all will be free!
FREE PALESTINE!
FREE CONGO!
FREE SUDAN!
FREE UKRAINE!
FREE UYGHURS!
FREE KASHMIR!
FREE EVERYONE!
END COLONIALISM AND LET PEOPLE BE FREE!
WE WILL ONLY BE FREE WHEN WE ARE ALL FREE!
Honouring Truth and Reconciliation Day: Remembering the Importance of Orange Shirt Day
Shaina Tranquilino
September 30, 2023
In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the importance of truth and reconciliation in acknowledging and healing the wounds caused by historical injustices. Canada's Truth and Reconciliation Day, recognized on September 30th annually, serves as a crucial reminder that understanding our past is essential for building a more inclusive and harmonious future. In conjunction with this day, Orange Shirt Day stands as a poignant symbol of remembrance and reflection concerning the devastating impacts of residential schools. This blog post aims to shed light on both events' significance and highlight why they deserve our attention.
1. Understanding Truth and Reconciliation:
Truth and Reconciliation Day holds immense value as it acknowledges the painful history experienced by Indigenous peoples in Canada due to colonization policies such as the Indian Residential Schools system. The objective is not only to remember but also to foster an environment where dialogue, empathy, and understanding can flourish between Indigenous communities and non-Indigenous Canadians.
2. Recognizing Orange Shirt Day:
Orange Shirt Day complements Truth and Reconciliation Day by focusing specifically on raising awareness about residential schools' traumatic legacy. Initiated by Phyllis Webstad's story when her new orange shirt was taken from her upon arrival at a residential school, this day reminds us of the countless children who were stripped of their culture, language, identity, dignity, and familial bonds.
3. Learning Lessons From Our Past:
By commemorating these days collectively, we acknowledge that recognizing historical wrongs paves the way for healing intergenerational trauma. It prompts us to reflect on how similar systemic injustices persist today within various societal structures—education systems, healthcare disparities, judicial processes—among others.
4. Promoting Education & Awareness:
Educating ourselves about Indigenous history should extend beyond one designated day or month; however, Truth and Reconciliation Day provides an opportunity for all Canadians to engage in learning about the diverse cultures, traditions, and contributions of Indigenous peoples. It encourages us to become active participants in reconciliation efforts by challenging stereotypes and fostering inclusive spaces.
5. Fostering Reconciliation:
Reconciliation is a journey that involves listening, understanding, respect, and dismantling systemic barriers. On this day, let's strive for meaningful reconciliation by recognizing the rights of Indigenous peoples and promoting their self-determination while building bridges between communities based on mutual trust and understanding.
Truth and Reconciliation Day signifies an essential step towards healing historical wounds, acknowledging past injustices, and promoting unity among Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities. Together with Orange Shirt Day, it reminds us that we must confront uncomfortable truths if we genuinely seek reconciliation in our society. Let us embrace these days as opportunities to learn from our history, amplify Indigenous voices, work towards positive change, and build a future where cultural diversity thrives within an atmosphere of truth, compassion, justice, and respect for all.