Anti-Racist Midland (ARM)

Advocating for anti-racist education and reforms for the Midland area

[Catalyst Midland @CatalystMidland]

It’s been one year since the “racial awakening” that swept across the nation. We give an update on Midland Public Schools’ progress on Anti-Racist Midland’s demands, also looking back at the work they were doing months before George Floyd’s murder.

https://t.co/tikBKRVAcC

[Anti-Racist Midland (ARM) @AntiMidland]

How can @MidlandPS move in the direction of equity when it’s own Board President champions reactionary, anti-Black causes such as Blue Lives Matter? How can we trust that the District leadership is acting in the best interests of its students?

@MLive @MDN @CatalystMidland

[Anti-Racist Midland (ARM) @AntiMidland]

Rally in solidarity with Palestine this Saturday, May 22, at 1:00 PM. Spread the word!

[Anti-Racist Midland (ARM) @AntiMidland]

Interested in learning more about abolition? Check out this resource guide put together by @micahherskind.

https://t.co/9BcXZ67YJY

[Anti-Racist Midland (ARM) @AntiMidland]

While the verdict of the Chauvin trial brings relief in the form of consequences for one person, it furthers our belief that the only path to true accountability and justice is abolition.

Check out more of our thoughts on the matter, curtesy of @MDN.

https://t.co/UWoa1rtoyB

[Anti-Racist Midland (ARM) @AntiMidland]

We at Anti-Racist Midland stand in solidarity with the Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) community. Please see the link in our bio to access the referenced document of resources and action items.

[Anti-Racist Midland (ARM) @AntiMidland]

Please join us for an evening with Midland Public Schools’ new Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are excited to hear about his background and vision for MPS. Submit questions for a Q&A to https://t.co/nWJg6A0gIO

[Anti-Racist Midland (ARM) @AntiMidland]

Please join us in celebrating this day, Dr. King, and our path ahead by giving back to your community in some capacity. View virtual volunteer opportunities and events throughout the day in the link in our bio.

[Anti-Racist Midland (ARM) @AntiMidland]

Today, we honor Martin Luther King Jr., whose diligent, revolutionary work has paved the way for our own efforts here in Midland. We acknowledge his legacy in fighting against America's racial socioeconomic caste system and white supremacy, a fight ARM is proud to continue.

[Anti-Racist Midland (ARM) @AntiMidland]

Check out the link in our bio for virtual events and opportunities!

[Anti-Racist Midland (ARM) @AntiMidland]

Again, huge thank you to everyone who attended the town hall last night.

Feel free to send us a DM or email us at [email protected] if you have any questions/concerns!

[Anti-Racist Midland (ARM) @AntiMidland]

In an effort to create a more public tracking system, ARM has helped develop a document in which community members will be able to openly see and report race-related incidents that occur within the realm of Midland Public Schools: https://t.co/ZZ1rButNhW

[Anti-Racist Midland (ARM) @AntiMidland]

If you have an incident you’d like to report or you want to keep up with the work we’re doing, please go the the tracking document (linked above) and utilize the forms at the top.

[Anti-Racist Midland (ARM) @AntiMidland]

@noturdogmaggie Yep, if anyone has concerns/trouble joining we can send a link when the time is closer!

[Anti-Racist Midland (ARM) @AntiMidland]

Join us virtually this Thursday (January 7th, 7:30 PM) to cover incidents of racism at Midland Public Schools and form an action plan for the future. Everyone is welcome!

[Anti-Racist Midland (ARM) @AntiMidland]

Interested in joining an ARM project?

ARM is partnering with several community organizations to collect oral histories. Are you interested in interviewing members of the Midland Black community? Send us a message in our DMs or [email protected] to get more information.

[Anti-Racist Midland (ARM) @AntiMidland]

To everyone that has supported us, we want to say a huge thank you. While Midland has a long way to go, we are grateful for the accomplishments that your support has allowed the community to achieve thus far!

[Anti-Racist Midland (ARM) @AntiMidland]

Midland is lucky to have such amazing community resources, and we want to make sure they are being adequately used in moments of crisis. Save this information for future use!

[Anti-Racist Midland (ARM) @AntiMidland]

Are you registered to vote? Voting is the easiest way to make sure your voice is heard. The Michigan primary is on August 4th. Make sure you’re registered by MondayJuly & request an absentee ballot as needed before August 3 at 4pm! The primary will affect many local issues!

[Anti-Racist Midland (ARM) @AntiMidland]

Link to MPS Statement: https://t.co/CZbCngkVLy

[Anti-Racist Midland (ARM) @AntiMidland]

Earlier today, @MichaelSharrow2 released a statement addressing two of our demands: 1) acknowledging the racism within MPS and 2) banning the confederate flag. This is a big step in the positive direction for our entire community.

[Anti-Racist Midland (ARM) @AntiMidland]

But we must keep our eyes on the prize. All the more reason now to continue to hold @MidlandPS School Board and community officials accountable to our full list of demands and true reform. We are continuing to push and grow as a community!