As a child of the sixties and seventies, I know the importance of the people’s voice, our voices.
I joined the NCLCVF team having known for a while that I was no longer content advocating from a distance. I had to be involved in a way that reaches more than those in my circle, my family, my social media contacts. It is one of my “yes” decisions that I will always be the most grateful for. I have been politically active since age 18, my activism began as I fought to ensure my daughters received the education and opportunities they deserved. I am a child of the South, my generation does not have the luxury of allowing others to speak for us.
So, I do this work for the children I raised, the families I advocated for through the healthcare system and others I have met across my adult life, like the high school janitor with a terminal illness who propelled my recycling efforts into the mission to leave the planet better for everyone.
I do this work in honor of my ancestors who worked the lands of this country and still today, people of color fight to survive, to be respected and heard.
I advocate on behalf of others for environmental justice and democracy because I want to be a part of making sure that when we say we are globally concerned, globally aware, our actions prove our intent and dedication to the work of justice and each other.
I am privileged to be a part of the efforts of NCLCVF. It is my honor to hear the stories of others in this time of the COVID-19 pandemic and assist our canvassers as they resource for and listen to each community member. A favorite saying of mine is “all of us have stories and they all matter”. We are grateful people are willing to share their struggles and successes with us.
My family has experienced the pain of losing someone to the virus. Each personal experience strengthens us to empathize with someone else.
I am excited everyday about our work, I am proud to be a part of NCLCVF and am ready for the impact we will make in 2020 and beyond!