Join Kaitlin as she chats with non-binary educators Skye Tooley and Ace Schwarz on the interconnectedness of social justice advocacy, community building, and the power of kindness. 

From discussing the impact of anti-blackness in legislation to the importance of advocating beyond social media platforms, they explore practical ways to foster change in our communities.

The conversation highlights the role of education in activism, the significance of showing up for marginalized groups, and the enduring hope for a more equitable future. Tune in and discover how kindness, justice, and collective action can shape a better world for all.


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Quotes
"At the basis of everything in this country, there is massive amounts of anti-blackness."

"Anytime I talk about the stop-woke act I either get a TikTok violation or my videos are taken down."

"Witnessing it in community is how we can build up solidarity and capacity."

"We all have to understand that everything that we're doing right now is connected."

"Kindness is justice and breaking down barriers."

"Justice is everyone has a home and everyone is fed, and everyone has healthcare."

"What can we imagine, and then what steps can we work towards to that endpoint of what we've imagined?"


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Full transcript: https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2247/9287/files/Kindness_Is_Podcast_with_Ace_Skye_2024-03-10_13_43_GMT-4_-_Transcript.docx?v=1711671464