We are all living through a profound period of change. We are living through a global pandemic and social unrest following the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery, and so many others. November Project- Minneapolis has a role to play in fighting the racism that exists here, and we will work to be a stronger, more inclusive, and welcoming part of the Minneapolis and St. Paul community.
As we continue to move forward during the COVID-19 Pandemic and in the aftermath of George Floyd’s murder, the resulting protests, and civil unrest, we want to check in and give you a glimpse into our plans. We invite you to join us and hold us accountable as we learn about our cities, donate to organizations doing racial justice work, and follow local leaders. We want to return to in-person workouts with fresh energy and a renewed commitment to the idea that November Project can be a place where all feel welcome.
Next Steps:
- LEARN – Where do we live and work out in the Twin Cities, and what shaped the space we occupy?
- The Divisive History of Minneapolis
- Rondo: Beyond the Pavement – the history of a once-thriving African American neighborhood torn apart by Interstate 94
- Mapping Prejudice – Visualizing the hidden histories of race and privilege in the urban landscape
- Resources to Support MSP Protests
- DONATE
- Black Visions Collective
- Minnesota Freedom Fund
- And so many more! Do a little homework.
- FOLLOW LEADERS IN MINNESOTA
- Dr. Brittany Lewis | facebook | twitter | instagram
- University of Minnesota – Center for Urban and Regional Affairs
- Justin Terrell | facebook | Twitter | instagram
- Resmaa Menakem | facebook | twitter | instagram
- My Grandmother’s Hands
- On Being Podcast: ‘Notice the Rage; Notice the Silence’
- Wintana Melekin | Minnesota Voice Executive Director
- Nekima Levy-Armstrong | facebook | twitter | instagram
- Marcus Pope | twitter
- Carin Mrotz | twitter | instagram
- Javier Morillo | facebook | twitter
- Dr. Brittany Lewis | facebook | twitter | instagram
- RETURN TO IN-PERSON WORK OUTS
- We will continue to use Minnesota’s Stay Safe Plan/Guidelines, which continue to significantly limit the size of outdoor gatherings (currently 10, increase to 25 on June 10).
- NP HQ Return Guidelines – READ
(TL:DR – Here are the rules: No physical contact; the bounce is going to be different; wearing a mask can increase a workout intensity – be self aware; there is a MANDATORY waiver; Have fun)
Keep showing up however you can,
– Nat, ERolf, & Emily
Additional Voices from the November Project Community–
“Black As Fuck,” by Kayode Adigun (Co-Leader of November Project Baltimore)
“The Talk,” by Kwame Boateng (Co-Leader of November Project Kelowna)
“Inclusivity with DA Dirks & Soumya Palreddy,” November Project The Show
“Lessons Learned on Global Running Day,” November Project Baltimore
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