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A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
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Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
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Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
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For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
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Got a Backyard Pool? Add Aqua Jogging to Your Cardio Routine
Besides serving up respite from sweltering temperatures, a backyard pool offers refreshing cardio alternatives to that muggy mid-afternoon jog.
The most obvious opportunity is simply swimming from side-to-side, but not all backyard pools are shaped well (or even long enough) for a solid lap swimming workout.
That's why we suggest giving aqua jogging your full attention.
"Aqua jogging is a safe and total-body workout for anyone looking to strengthen their entire body, post pregnancy or surgery, if you're new to exercise, or if you just want to have fun while working out!" Jenni Lynn, AEA aquatic specialist and creator of S'WET, says.
If simply cooling off on a hot summer day isn't enough motivation to jump on in and jog it out, maybe the workout's expansive list of physical and mental benefits will be.
Jenni Lynn says that aqua jogging can increase cardiovascular endurance, improve agility, strengthen core muscles, aid in weight loss and weight management, decrease stress, increase flexibility and range of motion, and improve balance and coordination.
Bonus: due to the buoyancy of the water, it's also low impact for your joints, making it an ideal form of cardio for those with arthritis or joint issues.
"When the body is submerged to chest level, you're alleviating close to 80 percent of body weight, which decreases the load of impact to the ground. If you are fully suspended in deep water with a flotation belt, you are taking 100 percent of joint impact out, creating a completely impact-free, total-body workout. As always, aquatic fitness shoes are strongly recommended for all shallow water workouts, especially for those suffering from joint pain or issues," Jenni Lynn explains further.
After you've applied some SPF, get started with this 15-minute routine.
Jenni Lynn says the interval-based workout is broken into 30-second segments, but can also be modified for shorter and longer time periods - use a clock to track your timing.
She also recommends self-pacing and focusing on form over speed, and maintaining a steady tempo, regardless if it's slow, moderate, or fast.
Last, but certainly not least, be sure you're properly hydrating!
For more reference on the moves below, check out this visual guide created by Jenni Lynn.
Start at chest/armpit level in the water.
- 30 seconds of March/High Knees to get hips and ankles warmed up.
- 30 seconds of Hamstring Curls while sweeping arms side-to-side.
- 30 seconds of Tire Run Right Leg: Imagine standing inside a tire or inner tube on the pool floor. Aim to jog 'out' to the side with your right leg, and then 'in' to the center with your right leg, touching down softly.
- 30 seconds of Tire Run Left Leg: Repeat the process above with your left leg.
- 30 seconds of Tire Run: Both legs running in and out of a tire with your knees up.
- 30 seconds Wide Leg Jog: While opening and closing your arms under the water, keep your shoulders down and focus on using your chest to compress and push the water forward, then use your shoulder blades to reverse and push/pull back.
- 30 seconds Travel Jog Forward and Back: Jog eight counts forward and eight counts backward.
- 30 seconds Lateral Travel Side-to-Side: Jog eight counts left and eight counts right.
- 30 seconds Square Run: Travel eight counts right, eight counts backward, eight counts left, and eight counts forward.
- 30 seconds Square Run: Switch direction of square.
- 30 seconds Stationary Sprint.
- 30 seconds Travel Jog Forward and Backward at an easy pace.
- 30 seconds Stationary Sprint.
- 30 seconds Lateral Travel Side-to-Side at an easy pace.
- 30 seconds Stationary Sprint.
- 30 seconds Hamstring Curls while sweeping arms side-to-side.
- 30 seconds Stationary Open and Close Legs: Try to stay in the semi-squat position - with your shoulders close to or under water and your feet parallel with toes pointing forward. Your feet should slide open and closed along the pool floor.
- 30 seconds Alternating Ankle Reach: Stand in a wide stance with your arms out and resting on the water. Lift your left ankle up and bring your right hand under the water to tap it. Repeat with the other arm and leg.
- 30 seconds Wide Leg Run: While opening and closing your arms under the water, keep your shoulders down and focus on using your chest to compress and push the water forward, then use your shoulder blades to reverse and push/pull back.
- 30 seconds Wide Leg Jog: Travel forward and backward using your arms to help push and pull.
- 30 seconds Alternating Soccer Kicks With Parallel Arms Front and Back: Pretend you're kicking a soccer ball under the water. As you kick one leg forward, pull your arms back.
- 30 seconds Travel Jog Forward and Backward With Arms Overhead.
- 30 seconds Alternating Soccer Kicks With Parallel Arms Front and Back: Pretend you're kicking a soccer ball under the water. Start with your arms extended and flat on the water. As you kick one leg forward to 'kick the ball,' pull your arms back. Repeat with the other leg.
- 30 seconds Final Sprint.
- 30 seconds March/High Knees.
- 30 seconds Hamstring Stretch: Extend leg forward, and then point and flex ankle. Repeat with the other leg.
- 30 seconds Slowly Walk in Big Figure 8.
- 30 seconds Quad Stretch: Hold foot behind body, or just let leg float with a bent knee. Repeat with the other leg.
- 30 seconds Figure 8 With Right Leg: Open and close the hip while making a Figure 8 with your kneecap.
- 30 seconds Figure 8 With Left Leg: Open and close the hip while making a Figure 8 with your kneecap.
Click here for more health and wellness stories, tips, and news.
13 Mosquito-Repelling Plants That Will Save Your Skin This Summer
We all love the summertime, but unfortunately, bugs do, too. If you're someone who gets swarmed by mosquitoes whenever you walk out the door, and have tried everything - citronella candles, bug spray, mosquito swatters, and my personal favorite, insect zappers - then you certainly know that these buzzing nighthawks are no small task to handle. However, if you're itching to enjoy a good BBQ without being bit by a million little critters, then we have a solution: plants. Yes, it's true. On top of plants' amazing air-purifying properties and ability to look absolutely stylish both inside and outdoors, they too can help fight off those relentless mosquitoes. So, if you're ready to entertain without swatting for your life, here are 13 mosquito-repelling plants you'll want to get your hands on.
Get Your Heart Racing With This Silent but Sweaty, No-Equipment AMRAP Workout
Let us introduce you to your new favorite acronym: AMRAP, aka "as many reps as possible." AMRAP workouts are a subset of high-intensity interval training (HIIT), which is known for its fat-burning, cardiovascular, and endurance-building benefits - and its efficiency. You go as hard and as fast as you can during the "on" interval, rest during the "off" interval, and repeat - a structure that's meant to push you to your limit and then past it.
You might be picturing tons of burpees, tuck jumps, squat jumps, maybe even a sprint or two, and all those moves are fair game in an AMRAP workout. But the AMRAP structure also lends itself well to lower-impact bodyweight moves; if you're going as hard as you can, your heart will be racing even when you're not jumping and sprinting. That's what makes this 18-minute no-equipment AMRAP workout created by NASM-certified personal trainer and Memphis 901 FC performance coach Chris Collins so great: all the moves are low-impact and quiet.
"Following this format makes for a tough and effective workout that allows one to enhance strength and cardio endurance by just using bodyweight," Collins told POPSUGAR. You can do this cardio-strength workout anywhere, including in small apartments with neighbors on all sides, and still improve your endurance, challenge your strength, and get your heart pumping. It's a routine that will "get your heart rate up without disturbing the peace," Collins said.
Enticed? Check out the full workout below, and keep reading for instructions on how to do each move.
18-Minute No-Equipment AMRAP Workout
Equipment needed: A mat or a comfortable area on the floor to work out on.
Directions: Before the workout, warm up with five minutes of cardio (like jogging or jump rope) followed by dynamic stretches and foam rolling. This workout will be performed in two trisets, which are sets of three exercises performed with little to no rest. For each move, complete as many reps as you can for 30 seconds, then move on to the next exercise. Ideally, you'll take no rest in between exercises, but it's fine to take a short break or grab water if you need. Once you finish the triset, take a 90-second rest. Complete three rounds of the first triset followed by three rounds of the second, then cool down with more foam rolling and static stretching.
| Triset 1: 3 Rounds | Time |
|---|---|
| Superman | 30 seconds |
| Sit-up | 30 seconds |
| Knee tuck | 30 seconds |
| Rest | 90 seconds |
| Triset 2: 3 Rounds | Time |
| Walking lunge | 30 seconds |
| Push-up | 30 seconds |
| Air squat | 30 seconds |
| Rest | 90 seconds |
41 Remarkable Memoirs by Black Celebrities
Whether an actor, singer, athlete, writer, or comedian, there exist the same undeniable requirements for success - hard work, dedication, persistence, and belief in yourself. However, in the face of adversity, these ideals are hard to hold on to. Being Black in America presents its own set of challenges in addition to the difficulties of standing out and proving your talent to the world. Fortunately, there are many celebrities who have shown that whatever your race, it's possible to break molds, shatter barriers, fight for what you want, and win it! Check out the best memoirs by Black celebrities that not only detail how they achieved their dreams, but that will inspire you to do the same.
- Additional reporting by Lauren Harano
Related: 100+ Books by Black Women That Should Be Essential Reading For Everyone
Got a Backyard Pool? Add Aqua Jogging to Your Cardio Routine
Besides serving up respite from sweltering temperatures, a backyard pool offers refreshing cardio alternatives to that muggy mid-afternoon jog.
The most obvious opportunity is simply swimming from side-to-side, but not all backyard pools are shaped well (or even long enough) for a solid lap swimming workout.
That's why we suggest giving aqua jogging your full attention.
"Aqua jogging is a safe and total-body workout for anyone looking to strengthen their entire body, post pregnancy or surgery, if you're new to exercise, or if you just want to have fun while working out!" Jenni Lynn, AEA aquatic specialist and creator of S'WET, says.
If simply cooling off on a hot summer day isn't enough motivation to jump on in and jog it out, maybe the workout's expansive list of physical and mental benefits will be.
Jenni Lynn says that aqua jogging can increase cardiovascular endurance, improve agility, strengthen core muscles, aid in weight loss and weight management, decrease stress, increase flexibility and range of motion, and improve balance and coordination.
Bonus: due to the buoyancy of the water, it's also low impact for your joints, making it an ideal form of cardio for those with arthritis or joint issues.
"When the body is submerged to chest level, you're alleviating close to 80 percent of body weight, which decreases the load of impact to the ground. If you are fully suspended in deep water with a flotation belt, you are taking 100 percent of joint impact out, creating a completely impact-free, total-body workout. As always, aquatic fitness shoes are strongly recommended for all shallow water workouts, especially for those suffering from joint pain or issues," Jenni Lynn explains further.
After you've applied some SPF, get started with this 15-minute routine.
Jenni Lynn says the interval-based workout is broken into 30-second segments, but can also be modified for shorter and longer time periods - use a clock to track your timing.
She also recommends self-pacing and focusing on form over speed, and maintaining a steady tempo, regardless if it's slow, moderate, or fast.
Last, but certainly not least, be sure you're properly hydrating!
For more reference on the moves below, check out this visual guide created by Jenni Lynn.
Start at chest/armpit level in the water.
- 30 seconds of March/High Knees to get hips and ankles warmed up.
- 30 seconds of Hamstring Curls while sweeping arms side-to-side.
- 30 seconds of Tire Run Right Leg: Imagine standing inside a tire or inner tube on the pool floor. Aim to jog 'out' to the side with your right leg, and then 'in' to the center with your right leg, touching down softly.
- 30 seconds of Tire Run Left Leg: Repeat the process above with your left leg.
- 30 seconds of Tire Run: Both legs running in and out of a tire with your knees up.
- 30 seconds Wide Leg Jog: While opening and closing your arms under the water, keep your shoulders down and focus on using your chest to compress and push the water forward, then use your shoulder blades to reverse and push/pull back.
- 30 seconds Travel Jog Forward and Back: Jog eight counts forward and eight counts backward.
- 30 seconds Lateral Travel Side-to-Side: Jog eight counts left and eight counts right.
- 30 seconds Square Run: Travel eight counts right, eight counts backward, eight counts left, and eight counts forward.
- 30 seconds Square Run: Switch direction of square.
- 30 seconds Stationary Sprint.
- 30 seconds Travel Jog Forward and Backward at an easy pace.
- 30 seconds Stationary Sprint.
- 30 seconds Lateral Travel Side-to-Side at an easy pace.
- 30 seconds Stationary Sprint.
- 30 seconds Hamstring Curls while sweeping arms side-to-side.
- 30 seconds Stationary Open and Close Legs: Try to stay in the semi-squat position - with your shoulders close to or under water and your feet parallel with toes pointing forward. Your feet should slide open and closed along the pool floor.
- 30 seconds Alternating Ankle Reach: Stand in a wide stance with your arms out and resting on the water. Lift your left ankle up and bring your right hand under the water to tap it. Repeat with the other arm and leg.
- 30 seconds Wide Leg Run: While opening and closing your arms under the water, keep your shoulders down and focus on using your chest to compress and push the water forward, then use your shoulder blades to reverse and push/pull back.
- 30 seconds Wide Leg Jog: Travel forward and backward using your arms to help push and pull.
- 30 seconds Alternating Soccer Kicks With Parallel Arms Front and Back: Pretend you're kicking a soccer ball under the water. As you kick one leg forward, pull your arms back.
- 30 seconds Travel Jog Forward and Backward With Arms Overhead.
- 30 seconds Alternating Soccer Kicks With Parallel Arms Front and Back: Pretend you're kicking a soccer ball under the water. Start with your arms extended and flat on the water. As you kick one leg forward to 'kick the ball,' pull your arms back. Repeat with the other leg.
- 30 seconds Final Sprint.
- 30 seconds March/High Knees.
- 30 seconds Hamstring Stretch: Extend leg forward, and then point and flex ankle. Repeat with the other leg.
- 30 seconds Slowly Walk in Big Figure 8.
- 30 seconds Quad Stretch: Hold foot behind body, or just let leg float with a bent knee. Repeat with the other leg.
- 30 seconds Figure 8 With Right Leg: Open and close the hip while making a Figure 8 with your kneecap.
- 30 seconds Figure 8 With Left Leg: Open and close the hip while making a Figure 8 with your kneecap.
Click here for more health and wellness stories, tips, and news.
13 Mosquito-Repelling Plants That Will Save Your Skin This Summer
We all love the summertime, but unfortunately, bugs do, too. If you're someone who gets swarmed by mosquitoes whenever you walk out the door, and have tried everything - citronella candles, bug spray, mosquito swatters, and my personal favorite, insect zappers - then you certainly know that these buzzing nighthawks are no small task to handle. However, if you're itching to enjoy a good BBQ without being bit by a million little critters, then we have a solution: plants. Yes, it's true. On top of plants' amazing air-purifying properties and ability to look absolutely stylish both inside and outdoors, they too can help fight off those relentless mosquitoes. So, if you're ready to entertain without swatting for your life, here are 13 mosquito-repelling plants you'll want to get your hands on.
41 Remarkable Memoirs by Black Celebrities
Whether an actor, singer, athlete, writer, or comedian, there exist the same undeniable requirements for success - hard work, dedication, persistence, and belief in yourself. However, in the face of adversity, these ideals are hard to hold on to. Being Black in America presents its own set of challenges in addition to the difficulties of standing out and proving your talent to the world. Fortunately, there are many celebrities who have shown that whatever your race, it's possible to break molds, shatter barriers, fight for what you want, and win it! Check out the best memoirs by Black celebrities that not only detail how they achieved their dreams, but that will inspire you to do the same.
- Additional reporting by Lauren Harano
Related: 100+ Books by Black Women That Should Be Essential Reading For Everyone
13 Mosquito-Repelling Plants That Will Save Your Skin This Summer
We all love the summertime, but unfortunately, bugs do, too. If you're someone who gets swarmed by mosquitoes whenever you walk out the door, and have tried everything - citronella candles, bug spray, mosquito swatters, and my personal favorite, insect zappers - then you certainly know that these buzzing nighthawks are no small task to handle. However, if you're itching to enjoy a good BBQ without being bit by a million little critters, then we have a solution: plants. Yes, it's true. On top of plants' amazing air-purifying properties and ability to look absolutely stylish both inside and outdoors, they too can help fight off those relentless mosquitoes. So, if you're ready to entertain without swatting for your life, here are 13 mosquito-repelling plants you'll want to get your hands on.
15 Models Paving the Way For the LGBTQ+ Community in Fashion
When you think about it, the LGBTQ+ community has made immense strides of progress in the matter of a decade. So many people have come out and spoken their truth, which is a direct reflection of how much more accepting the world has become. Today, you can stream content where LGBTQ+ couples are normalized and celebrated. Even our favorite fashion brands are coming out with special collections to celebrate Pride Month.
The fashion industry has also evolved to become more inclusive and accepting. This is in part thanks to some of these inspiring models who are out there living their truth. While there is always more to accomplish, these models have definitely made an impact and are paving the way for others. Read on for a list of LGBTQ+ models you need to know!
- Additional reporting by Samantha Sutton
15 Models Paving the Way For the LGBTQ+ Community in Fashion
When you think about it, the LGBTQ+ community has made immense strides of progress in the matter of a decade. So many people have come out and spoken their truth, which is a direct reflection of how much more accepting the world has become. Today, you can stream content where LGBTQ+ couples are normalized and celebrated. Even our favorite fashion brands are coming out with special collections to celebrate Pride Month.
The fashion industry has also evolved to become more inclusive and accepting. This is in part thanks to some of these inspiring models who are out there living their truth. While there is always more to accomplish, these models have definitely made an impact and are paving the way for others. Read on for a list of LGBTQ+ models you need to know!
- Additional reporting by Samantha Sutton
23 Inspiring Jazz Jennings Quotes That Send a Powerful Message
Jazz Jennings is only 19 years old, but she's already spent 13 years of her life in the spotlight. The YouTube star, spokesmodel, television personality, and trans rights activist first attracted national attention after her 2007 interview with Barbara Walters aired on 20/20. Since then, Jennings has made a name for herself as a transgender icon and advocate. From her series of YouTube videos to her TLC reality series, I Am Jazz, to her 2016 memoir, entitled Being Jazz: My Life as a (Transgender) Teen, the teen isn't shy about sharing her experiences. We've rounded up some of her most inspiring quotes of all time, because no matter how you identify, these are words everyone should hear.
23 Inspiring Jazz Jennings Quotes That Send a Powerful Message
Jazz Jennings is only 19 years old, but she's already spent 13 years of her life in the spotlight. The YouTube star, spokesmodel, television personality, and trans rights activist first attracted national attention after her 2007 interview with Barbara Walters aired on 20/20. Since then, Jennings has made a name for herself as a transgender icon and advocate. From her series of YouTube videos to her TLC reality series, I Am Jazz, to her 2016 memoir, entitled Being Jazz: My Life as a (Transgender) Teen, the teen isn't shy about sharing her experiences. We've rounded up some of her most inspiring quotes of all time, because no matter how you identify, these are words everyone should hear.
Keke Palmer Asks National Guard to Join Protesters: "March Beside Us, Protect Us!"
Watch all of this. pic.twitter.com/YHq0QhXrnw
- Gadi Schwartz (@GadiNBC) June 2, 2020
Like many Americans, Keke Palmer is marching with protesters fighting against racial injustice. On Tuesday afternoon, the actress bravely spoke to National Guard soldiers in an inspiring conversation. In a powerful video captured by Gadi Schwartz of NBC News, Keke stood between protesters and the National Guard troops to ask the soldiers to help protect their community and march with them.
"Show us that you're here for us . . . Make history with us, please!"
"We have people in here that need your help, this is when you and ya'll stand together with the community, with society," she said in the video. "So stop the governmental oppression, period. We need you." When one soldier said, "I agree with you," in response, Keke then asked the troops to march with the group of protesters. "March with us, march beside us!" she said, leading the crowd to chant and cheer. "Let the revolution be televised, show us that you're here for us . . . Make history with us, please!"
A soldier then explained that while they couldn't leave their post, they could march through the street to the next intersection with the group. Though the actress continued to plead, he said he also had to protect businesses, to which she responded, "I'm at a loss." A protester in the crowd then asked if the soldiers could take a kneel instead, and the National Guard members got down on their knees altogether in solidarity. "That ain't enough for me," Keke said, continuing to urge the soldiers to march with the protesters. While the soldiers declined to march with the community, Keke's passionate speech is still a must watch. Check out the full video above.
Keke Palmer Asks National Guard to Join Protesters: "March Beside Us, Protect Us!"
Watch all of this. pic.twitter.com/YHq0QhXrnw
- Gadi Schwartz (@GadiNBC) June 2, 2020
Like many Americans, Keke Palmer is marching with protesters fighting against racial injustice. On Tuesday afternoon, the actress bravely spoke to National Guard soldiers in an inspiring conversation. In a powerful video captured by Gadi Schwartz of NBC News, Keke stood between protesters and the National Guard troops to ask the soldiers to help protect their community and march with them.
"Show us that you're here for us . . . Make history with us, please!"
"We have people in here that need your help, this is when you and ya'll stand together with the community, with society," she said in the video. "So stop the governmental oppression, period. We need you." When one soldier said, "I agree with you," in response, Keke then asked the troops to march with the group of protesters. "March with us, march beside us!" she said, leading the crowd to chant and cheer. "Let the revolution be televised, show us that you're here for us . . . Make history with us, please!"
A soldier then explained that while they couldn't leave their post, they could march through the street to the next intersection with the group. Though the actress continued to plead, he said he also had to protect businesses, to which she responded, "I'm at a loss." A protester in the crowd then asked if the soldiers could take a kneel instead, and the National Guard members got down on their knees altogether in solidarity. "That ain't enough for me," Keke said, continuing to urge the soldiers to march with the protesters. While the soldiers declined to march with the community, Keke's passionate speech is still a must watch. Check out the full video above.
This Hospital Staff Clapped For Passing Protesters, and They Cheered "Thank You" in Response
Hospital staff come out to applaud #GeorgeFloyd protestors in New York - demonstrators shout back ‘Thank You’. pic.twitter.com/1BBLiL04JT
- Sarah Walton (@SarahWaltonNews) June 2, 2020
Nationwide, people are protesting to fight police brutality and racism following the death of George Floyd. And while we honored (and continue to recognize) healthcare workers on the front lines during the COVID-19 crisis these past few months, this hospital staff returned the favor to demonstrators marching to fight. In this heartwarming video shared by Sarah Walton and Nadia Becir of Feature News, the hospital staff at NYU Langone's Perlmutter Cancer Center stood outside and clapped as a crowd of protesters passed by. In response to the cheers and support, the demonstrators responded with a collective "thank you."
The Black-led resistance started on May 26 in Minneapolis, in response to Floyd's death the day prior after white police officer Derek Chauvin pinned Floyd to the ground even as he couldn't breathe. Demonstrators then organized peaceful protests all over the world to express their outrage and demand justice for the lost lives of many Black Americans. Check out the above to watch the full video.
This Hospital Staff Clapped For Passing Protesters, and They Cheered "Thank You" in Response
Hospital staff come out to applaud #GeorgeFloyd protestors in New York - demonstrators shout back ‘Thank You’. pic.twitter.com/1BBLiL04JT
- Sarah Walton (@SarahWaltonNews) June 2, 2020
Nationwide, people are protesting to fight police brutality and racism following the death of George Floyd. And while we honored (and continue to recognize) healthcare workers on the front lines during the COVID-19 crisis these past few months, this hospital staff returned the favor to demonstrators marching to fight. In this heartwarming video shared by Sarah Walton and Nadia Becir of Feature News, the hospital staff at NYU Langone's Perlmutter Cancer Center stood outside and clapped as a crowd of protesters passed by. In response to the cheers and support, the demonstrators responded with a collective "thank you."
The Black-led resistance started on May 26 in Minneapolis, in response to Floyd's death the day prior after white police officer Derek Chauvin pinned Floyd to the ground even as he couldn't breathe. Demonstrators then organized peaceful protests all over the world to express their outrage and demand justice for the lost lives of many Black Americans. Check out the above to watch the full video.
This Hospital Staff Clapped For Passing Protesters, and They Cheered "Thank You" in Response
Hospital staff come out to applaud #GeorgeFloyd protestors in New York - demonstrators shout back ‘Thank You’. pic.twitter.com/1BBLiL04JT
- Sarah Walton (@SarahWaltonNews) June 2, 2020
Nationwide, people are protesting to fight police brutality and racism following the death of George Floyd. And while we honored (and continue to recognize) healthcare workers on the front lines during the COVID-19 crisis these past few months, this hospital staff returned the favor to demonstrators marching to fight. In this heartwarming video shared by Sarah Walton and Nadia Becir of Feature News, the hospital staff at NYU Langone's Perlmutter Cancer Center stood outside and clapped as a crowd of protesters passed by. In response to the cheers and support, the demonstrators responded with a collective "thank you."
The Black-led resistance started on May 26 in Minneapolis, in response to Floyd's death the day prior after white police officer Derek Chauvin pinned Floyd to the ground even as he couldn't breathe. Demonstrators then organized peaceful protests all over the world to express their outrage and demand justice for the lost lives of many Black Americans. Check out the above to watch the full video.
How to Join the Black Lives Matter Protests Safely If You're Undocumented
A crowd protests in NYC on June 2 to demand justice in the killing of George Floyd
As protests continue in the wake of the killing of George Floyd, many Latinx who want to join have not done so because they fear of being arrested and deported. But for those who do choose to protest while undocumented, there are specific ways to mitigate the risks. Being arrested in a protest doesn't mean your DACA status will be immediately revoked, as undocumented immigrant rights activist Sara Mora pointed out on her Instagram account. "Regardless of immigration status, we are all at risk when we fight back against oppression," she wrote.
Still, Sara is adamant that undocumented people should choose to do what feels safest for them. "I think the fast solution is everyone to be out there protesting," she told POPSUGAR. "But the more complex solution is we need everyone hands on. Either donating, or fundraising." Because while protesting is one powerful tool to make our voices heard, it's just one way to be active in the fight for racial justice. If you do want to join the protests and are undocumented, there are certain steps you can take to do it more safely.
Always carry water and spare cash, and do not bring any personal documents that might indicate your immigrant status because it can put you at risk, but also because they can be stolen, stained, or burned.
In case you encounter tear gas, make sure you bring saline without alcohol or milk of magnesia without flavor.
Find organizations in your area that provide lawyer services for anyone getting arrested in the protests and write their phone numbers on your arm just in case. If you're protesting in NYC, you can call Good Call at 1-833-346-6322, or the National Lawyers Guild at 212-679-6018.
If you can, leave your phone at home. If not, switch it to airplane mode, turn off face ID, and add a strong password. Police need a warrant to unlock your phone. Be careful while taking and posting photos on social media. Try to blur people's faces so they don't get identified.
Wear nondescript, solid-color clothes, covering any identifying traits such as tattoos, piercings, or hair color. If you have long hair, tie your hair up, preferably in a bun. Avoid wearing any jewelry and bringing items you wouldn't want to be arrested with.
If you or anyone you know gets arrested in NYC and are facing deportation, you may ask for a lawyer by calling the state's Office for New Americans hotline at 1-800-566-7636.
Ultimately, for more information and tips on what to do, writer Alán Pelaez Lopez and activist Valeria from @bitterillegal got together to shed more light on how to protest safely while undocumented during a very eye-opening Instagram Live that you can check out below.
How to Join the Black Lives Matter Protests Safely if You’re Undocumented
A crowd protests in NYC on June 2 to demand justice in the killing of George Floyd
As protests continue in the wake of the killing of George Floyd, many Latinx who want to join have not done so because they fear of being arrested and deported. But for those who do choose to protest while undocumented, there are specific ways to mitigate the risks. Being arrested in a protest doesn't mean your DACA status will be immediately revoked, as undocumented immigrant rights activist Sara Mora pointed out on her Instagram account. "Regardless of immigration status, we are all at risk when we fight back against oppression," she wrote.
Still, Sara is adamant that undocumented people should choose to do what feels safest for them. "I think the fast solution is everyone to be out there protesting," she told POPSUGAR. "But the more complex solution is we need everyone hands on. Either donating, or fundraising." Because while protesting is one powerful tool to make our voices heard, it's just one way to be active in the fight for racial justice. If you do want to join the protests and are undocumented, there are certain steps you can take to do it more safely.
Always carry water and spare cash, and do not bring any personal documents that might indicate your immigrant status because it can put you at risk, but also because they can be stolen, stained, or burned.
In case you encounter tear gas, make sure you bring saline without alcohol or milk of magnesia without flavor.
Find organizations in your area that provide lawyer services for anyone getting arrested in the protests and write their phone numbers on your arm just in case. If you're protesting in NYC, you can call Good Call at 1-833-346-6322, or the National Lawyers Guild at 212-679-6018.
If you can, leave your phone at home. If not, switch it to airplane mode, turn off face ID, and add a strong password. Police need a warrant to unlock your phone. Be careful while taking and posting photos on social media. Try to blur people's faces so they don't get identified.
Wear nondescript, solid color clothes, covering any identifying traits such as tattoos, piercings, or hair color. If you have long hair, tie your hair up, preferably in a bun. Avoid wearing any jewelry and bringing items you wouldn't want to be arrested with.
If you or anyone you know gets arrested in NYC and are facing deportation, you may ask for a lawyer by calling the state's Office for New Americans hotline at 1-800-566-7636.
Ultimately, for more information and tips on what to do, writer Alán Pelaez Lopez and activist Valeria from @bitterillegal got together to shed more light on how to protest safely while undocumented during a very eye-opening Instagram Live that you can check out below.
Lizzo Wrote a Song Urging People to Vote, Because "There Are Many Ways to Protest"
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Lizzo wants you to find your voice and use it. In a video posted to her Instagram account on Tuesday, the "Truth Hurts" singer shared a song she wrote encouraging her followers to vote in the presidential primary elections happening on June 2 in several states. While she may not be running for president herself just yet, Lizzo has made a point of using her platform as a Grammy-award-winning singer to speak out against racism and urge white people to step up and be actively antiracist.
"Do you know what time it is? It's time V-O-T-E," Lizzo sings, letting her followers know that there's more than one way to protest the injustices in our country, and voting is one of them. Today, voters in the District of Columbia (DC), Indiana, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, and South Dakota submitted their ballots for the primary elections, but we have a feeling Lizzo's song will be even more applicable as the country approaches general elections in November. Take a listen to the full song here and find out what else you can do to have your voice heard this election season.
4 Beauty Brand Owners Explain How You Can Support Black Businesses Right Now
As protests and demonstrations against police brutality and racial injustice continue to rage in almost every major city in the US, many people who aren't on the front lines are behind the scenes, contributing to the cause in other ways. Aside from spreading awareness and donating to funds that benefit protesters who've been hurt or arrested and others directly impacted by the current state of events, droves of people on social media have also began stressing the importance of supporting Black-owned businesses right now and always.
A major takeaway of the last week is that the public is currently fighting two pandemics: COVID-19 and racism, both of which are affecting Black Americans and business owners at a disproportionate rate. The unjust killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery (to name a few) have only reinforced that idea, which is why many consumers are now making an effort to reevaluate where they spend their money.
There are tons of graphics and threads online that designate which businesses deserve our support right now, but supporting Black-owned brands goes far beyond just buying products.
". . . think about how you can uplift other black voices around you."
"More importantly than purchasing from us, what we really want you to do is think about how you can uplift other Black voices around you," Akilah Releford, founder of Mary Louise Cosmetics, told POPSUGAR. "How can you be a champion for diversity in your own life? This can be as simple as speaking up about a lack of diversity in your workplace, calling out an injustice when you see one, and recommending your favorite minority-owned businesses to others."
Shelley Davis, who founded natural hair-care brand Kinky-Curly, also stressed the importance of speaking up in support of those around you. "Speak up when you see injustice. Speak up when you see someone getting hurt," she said. "Remember that silence equals violence. Join or donate to your local Black Lives Matter chapter. Join or sign a petition for Police Reform to end police brutality."
You can also amplify these brands and the voices behind them by simply following them on social media and engaging with their content to get a better understanding of their products and the mission behind their companies. "Buying product is always of great benefit, but an area in which we find we need significant support is in communicating the value of [our] products to consumers," Dr. Christine Martey-Ochola and Anne Cheatham, founders of Nuele Hair, said. "Ask us questions about hair product ingredients; we have resident experts within our business and network who can respond to concerns that you may have."
If you're in a position to buy from any of your favorite Black-owned businesses, you absolutely should - if you don't know of many, check out our favorite Black-owned beauty brands here. If you're unable to make a purchase, don't forget about the other ways you can show your support.
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