We woke up on Nov. 9 not fully aware or willing to accept what had just happened in the country. Our morning routine was filled with sadness and confusion about what the future holds with President-elect Donald Trump.
We were also fearful for what this country will look like for the young black and brown men we work with day in and day out. But by the time we made it to our office, collectively we were feeling different.
Although this election has been a traumatic experience for many individuals throughout our country, with signs of distress noticeable all around, we still felt hopeful and inspired on our way to work.
As social workers by trade, our code of ethics and hope in humanity inspires us to continue on. Our goal as social workers is to fight for rights, stand up to injustice and lift up the voices and needs of those in crisis. That purpose will not shift, whoever holds leadership in this country.
[For more of this story, written by Kenton Kirby and Shawn Deverteuil, go to http://jjie.org/we-will-suppor...re-than-ever/346888/]
Comments (1)