A list of groups promoting racial equity at UF and in Gainesville and resources for social justice and Black mental health.
UF and Gainesville Groups
The Black Student Union was founded to serve as a home away from home for all Black students. It strives to create, cultivate, and challenge the University of Florida and Gainesville community. Check out their Instagram and Twitter for information such as virtual events and how to join.
The UF Chapter of the NAACP is to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights of all UF students & to eliminate racial discrimination. They are hosting general body meeting the 2nd Monday of every month. For more information check out their Instagram page.
A healing and research collective at UF exploring and promoting the liberation of Black, brown, trans, and queer folks. For more information, go to their Facebook and Instagram pages.
An initiative for academics to honor the toll of racial trauma on Black people, resist anti-Blackness and white supremacy, & facilitate accountability. Check out their website for more information about Black Wellness and Survival Week, their Instagram, their list of petitions and organizations and activists to donate to, and their list of anti-racist resources.
Black Affairs provides educational, cultural, social, and leadership development opportunities to support the success of Black students at the University of Florida. Check out their Instagram for information about virtual events, check-ins and more.
The African Student Union, have founded this organization to support and unite African students and to promote awareness of African issues and culture to all students and the Gainesville community. For more information, check out their Instagram.
The Gainesville Chapter of the Dream Defenders seeks to create real, positive change in our community by organizing a new generation of creatively skilled young leaders who strategically confront institutions of oppression through building collective power, raising the consciousness of all people, and operating with the genuine desire for justice and equality for all.
Gatorship is an all-inclusive on-campus weekend retreat for UF students interested in learning about social justice and their role in creating a more equitable and just campus environment. Check out their Instagram here.
Local Guides and Resource Lists
Gatorship has a guide that provides healing and wellness resources, links for donations and petitions, and readings for consciousness-raising. Find the list of resources here.
Gainesville Black-Owned Businesses List (Put together by many community members)
Find black-owned businesses in Gainesville ranging from art, healthcare, restaurants, and more.
Alachua County Racial Justice Action Plans
Tangible action steps put together for Alachua County residents, by Alachua County residents, to help bring about racial justice in our local community.
Petitions
- Black Student Union Petition
- UF Graduate Assistants United Petition
- Justice for Tony McDade
- Justice for George Floyd
- Hands Up Act
- Stand With Bre
Other Guides
List of therapists, podcasts, articles, blogs, and apps put together by Gatorship.
An evolving guide on how to be a helpful, supportive ally in the fight against racial injustice.
Focuses on positive mental health among the black community and has a therapist directory to find black therapists in your area.
Take Action: A List of Ways You Can Stand In Solidarity with the Black Community
Although this guide is based in New York, it compiles many resources and guides useful for everyone from protestor safety to ways to get educated on racism to ways to check in on your black friends and much more.
Donations
Other Social Media to Follow
The official account for the Black Lives Matter movement. Follow for updates on current events, black history, and other resources.
M4BL is a national network of over 150 leaders and organizations creating a broad political home for Black people to learn, organize, and take action.
TherapyForBlackMen.org is committed to the mental wellness of Black men and boys.
An online space dedicated to encouraging the mental wellness of Black women and girls. Go to their website to find a therapist or listen to their podcast.
Brittney Cobb, a licensed therapist, who posts about positive mental health and guides for mental health resources for the black community, self-care tips, and more.
Alishia McCullough, a licensed therapist, who posts about ways to combat racism in the mental health field, as well as the workplace.