{"id":2045298,"date":"2023-09-26T14:49:02","date_gmt":"2023-09-26T18:49:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/gofundme-raises-over-10000-for-blm-and-fat-acceptance-activist\/"},"modified":"2023-09-26T14:50:51","modified_gmt":"2023-09-26T18:50:51","slug":"gofundme-raises-over-10000-for-blm-and-fat-acceptance-activist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/gofundme-raises-over-10000-for-blm-and-fat-acceptance-activist\/","title":{"rendered":"GoFundMe collects $10K+ for BLM and &#8216;fat acceptance&#8217; advocate."},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">18<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fgofundme-raises-over-10000-for-blm-and-fat-acceptance-activist%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2045298&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Over $10,000 Raised to Support Black\u200b Lives Matter and &#8220;Fat Liberation&#8221; Activist Zyahna Bryant<\/h2>\n<p>Exciting\u2062 news! \u2063A whopping $10,000 has been raised to\u200d provide security\u2063 for the incredible advocate Zyahna Bryant, who is at the forefront of the Black Lives Matter movement and the fight for &#8220;fat \u200bliberation&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p>Bryant, who faced\u200c accusations of leading the charge to\u200c expel a white student from the University of \u2064Virginia, has made a powerful comeback by\u200c partnering with\u200c the renowned beauty \u200ccompany Dove.<\/p>\n<h3>A Bold Partnership for &#8220;Fat Liberation&#8221;<\/h3>\n<p>In a captivating Instagram post, the 22-year-old\u200c announced her collaboration with \u200cDove, championing the cause \u200bof &#8220;fat liberation&#8221;. She wrote, &#8220;#DovePartner Fat liberation is something we should all be\u2064 talking about! That&#8217;s why I am partnering \u2062with Dove, \u2064to support the work of @naafaofficial, @flareforjustice in\u200b the\u2062 Campaign for Size Freedom.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>However, Bryant&#8217;s return to the public eye and her \u200balleged involvement in \u2062the\u200b expulsion of\u2064 Morgan Bettinger from the University of Virginia in 2020 \u200bhave made her a target for intense public criticism.<\/p>\n<p>Protecting an Advocate Against Hate<\/p>\n<p>In response to the mounting criticism, Erica Chapman, who claims to be Bryant&#8217;s cousin, launched a GoFundMe campaign to ensure the activist&#8217;s safety. The campaign aims to cover the costs of protection for Bryant, who has been receiving hate mail and threats for years.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Sadly, in \u200ctoday&#8217;s\u200b national\u2063 climate with so\u2063 many\u2062 angry, violent, and unpredictable people, being a visible outspoken advocate and activist comes with significant risks. Zyahna has been receiving hate mail \u2063and threats for YEARS, and recently they have become worse,&#8221; the GoFundMe page explained.<\/p>\n<p>Supporting \u200dZyahna&#8217;s\u2062 Journey<\/p>\n<p>The GoFundMe campaign aims to support Bryant&#8217;s \u200cacademic and community work as a graduate student. The\u200b goal is to ensure that the racist attacks she faces do not hinder her important\u2062 contributions in the classroom and the community.<\/p>\n<p>As \u200cof\u2062 Tuesday, the\u2062 campaign has \u2062successfully raised $10,310, inching closer to its $15,000\u200b target.<\/p>\n<p>Stay tuned for more updates on Zyahna\u200c Bryant&#8217;s inspiring\u2063 journey!<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How does the success of the GoFundMe campaign for Zyahna Bryant&#8217;s security highlight the importance of collective \u2064action and support for activists\u200b fighting against racism and discrimination<\/h2>\n<p><span>  E Black Lives Matter movement and the &#8220;fat liberation&#8221;\u200b movement.\u2062 This significant sum\u2062 was raised through a\u200c GoFundMe\u2064 campaign organized by supporters who recognize \u200dthe importance of the work that Bryant is doing and the risks she faces.<\/p>\n<p>Zyahna \u2064Bryant is a powerful force and a prominent \u200bfigure in advocating for racial justice and equality. She first <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/ga-republicans-launch-stop-stacey-effort-ahead-of-possible-abrams-2022-announcement\/\" title=\"GA Republicans Launch \u2018Stop Stacey\u2019 Effort Ahead Of Possible Abrams 2022 Announcement\">gained national attention<\/a> at just 16\u200b years old when she started a petition to\u200d remove a \u200bstatue of Confederate General Robert E. Lee from a park in Charlottesville, Virginia. Her efforts \u2064were successful, and the statue was eventually taken down.<\/p>\n<p>Since then, Bryant has\u2064 continued to be an active voice in the fight \u200bagainst systemic racism. She\u200c has\u200b spoken at numerous events and conferences,\u2064 sharing her experiences as a young Black woman and the impact of racism on her \u200ccommunity. Bryant has also been instrumental in organizing protests \u2064and advocating for policy changes that address racial inequality.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to her work in the Black Lives Matter movement, Bryant is equally passionate about the &#8220;fat liberation&#8221; movement. She asserts\u2063 that size discrimination is a \u2064form of\u2062 oppression and aims to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/demi-lovato-releases-pro-abortion-anthem-swine-aimed-at-birthing-people-for-anniversary-of-dobbs-decision\/\" title=\"Demi Lovato drops 'Swine,' a pro-choice anthem for Dobbs anniversary.\">challenge societal norms<\/a> and stereotypes surrounding body image. Bryant believes \u2064that all individuals, regardless \u2063of their size, deserve respect and equal treatment.<\/p>\n<p>While \u2062Bryant&#8217;s work is\u2064 undoubtedly admirable, it also\u2062 comes with risks. As\u200b a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/gofundme-raises-over-10000-for-blm-and-fat-acceptance-activist\/\" title=\"GoFundMe collects K+ for BLM and 'fat acceptance' advocate.\">vocal activist challenging established norms<\/a> and \u2064advocating for change, she often faces backlash and threats from individuals who \u2063oppose her views. \u200bThese \u200cthreats not \u200conly endanger her personal safety but also \u2062undermine the progress being made in the fight\u200b against racial discrimination and\u200c body shaming.<\/p>\n<p>Recognizing the importance of\u2064 protecting Bryant and ensuring her\u2064 safety, supporters launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise funds for her security. The overwhelming response from donors\u2064 showcases the widespread appreciation\u2064 and support for her work.\u2064 This outpouring of generosity will enable Bryant to continue her advocacy without the constant fear for her safety.<\/p>\n<p>The funds raised will assist in\u200c providing Bryant with\u2062 the necessary security measures to \u200bprotect her\u200d physical wellbeing. This includes\u2062 personal security, monitoring systems, and legal support. By doing so, supporters are sending a \u2062powerful\u200c message: no advocate\u2064 should have to shoulder the burden of their\u200d activism alone\u200d or live in constant fear of reprisal.<\/p>\n<p>The success of this \u200bcampaign highlights not only the significance of \u200dBryant&#8217;s \u200bwork within both the Black Lives Matter movement and the &#8220;fat liberation&#8221; movement but also the \u2063global \u200dmovement towards justice, equality, and \u200dinclusivity. It serves as a reminder that communities\u2062 and individuals are willing \u2063to invest in protecting the voices of those \u200cwho strive for a better world.<\/p>\n<p>It is crucial to recognize the\u200b immense value that activists\u2063 like Zyahna Bryant bring to society. Their dedication and unwavering commitment to \u200dchallenging societal\u2064 injustices are often met with resistance,\u200b but it is through their tireless efforts that progress is made. Bryant&#8217;s \u200dwork not only \u2063encourages meaningful discourse but\u200d also ignites change, effectively dismantling \u200dsystems of oppression and \u2063reshaping our collective thinking.<\/p>\n<p>As we celebrate the success of this campaign and the support shown towards Zyahna Bryant, it is essential to remember that the fight for justice\u200d is ongoing. The work Bryant does is just\u2063 one small \u2063part of a \u2062much larger \u2063movement. It is up to each \u200cof us to actively engage in dismantling systemic \u2062injustices and supporting the voices of those who challenge the status quo.<\/p>\n<p>In\u200d a world where racism and discrimination persist, the rallying cry for change must not be silenced. The success of this campaign is a testament to the\u2062 power of\u2063 collective\u200b action and the \u2064widespread desire for a more just and equitable society. Let us continue to \u200csupport \u2063and uplift\u200c activists like \u200dZyahna Bryant, understanding that \u2062their fight is our fight and that only together can we create a future where equality \u2064and justice reign.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Over $10,000 has been collected to support Zyahna Bryant, a Black Lives Matter and &#8220;fat liberation&#8221; activist, in enhancing their security. Bryant, who faced allegations of advocating for the expulsion of a white student at the University of Virginia, has now partnered with Dove, a beauty company. 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