June 1, Amsterdam –
Solidarity protest against anti-black violence in the US and EU
Both in the USA and the Netherlands, anti-black racism is rooted in a long history of colonialism, slavery and imperialism. On June 1 2020, the yearly Keti Koti month is opened in Amsterdam with a manifestation on Dam Square. After all, the city of Amsterdam was co-owner of the colony of Suriname and the head office of the Society of Surinam was located on Dam Square. Because of the corona crisis, this opening of the Keti Koti month has been cancelled. Due to the current uprising of worldwide anti-black racism we still invite you to join a protest action on this important day. We call all people to show solidarity with the protesters in the USA and to take a stand against institutional racism in the Netherlands and Europe.
When? 1 June 2 2020
Where? Dam, Amsterdam
Time? 17:00-18:30
*** Safety precautions 1.5 meter protest: we are aware that the corona crisis is not over yet. Although the number of infections has dropped, we call for all participants to wear a mask or face protection and maintain 1.5 meter distance at all times. If you have any symptoms, stay home! People who are in a potential risk grou can follow the protest manifestation through our livestream.
*** We aim for a peaceful protest. We are not inciting violent activities, riots, or other forms of protest that can lead to undesirable provocation and aggression. Be mindful of the safety of the other people protesting, and their close ones who are counting on their safe return. We however do not distance ourselves from the other forms of dissent being expressed in the USA. As Martin Luther King Jr. said: ‘A riot is the language of the unheard’.
June 1, Amsterdam –
Solidarity protest against anti-black…
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