Speak Out


Hello everybody! Welcome to or back to Guiding at Home. Today I'm going to be talking about something very big and prominent in the media at the moment, it's of course the black lives matter movement that has grown due to the death of George Floyd.

I obviously back the movement, I'm not an expert in anything and I don't want to influence you with my opinion on the matter but I do believe everyone should back the campaign in any way possible. But obviously as this is a blog dedicated around Guiding so the reason I am bringing this up is because you can make your voice heard and earn a badge at the same time. It can be found in your badge book and is called Campaigning.

But I also believe as Guides we should support this cause because millions of our sisters are being impacted by racism and inequality and we are a family, we can't let this happen, it isn't right. We should all have the same rights and be treated the same, the colour of your skin shouldn't impact your life. As Guides we promote love and friendship and currently in our world this isn't taking place, all of the Guiding community needs to stand together to show support. If we don't I don't really believe we are 100% upholding the Guiding promise. 

You might be young but it doesn't mean your voice isn't important. Shout for equality until someone listens because one day they will and everything will be worth it. Don't let anyone quieten you down, your voice is important and should be heard. Adults don't know everything, your age shouldn't determine the importance of the message that you want the world to here. Support and love others, all we can do is fight until justice and equality take over the world.

I hope many of you use your time to do whatever you can to make a difference.

Thank you for reading and make sure you keep safe and keep on Guiding! 





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