George Floyd’s murder has made me realize that to just be non-racist was not enough. I Had to be ANTI-racist. I had to be active, and I had to be an ally. I’m not sure what that means for me yet. Here is my vow, and a vow I hope many other white people make. I vow to be an ally to all people of color and learn and educate myself as to what that means. I vow to take action to and be active in ending racism and police brutality. I vow to work to change the world and repair the damage I have caused any way that I can. How do I plan to uphold these vows? To be completely honest, I don’t know, But as a start I plan to open my ears to my Black Brothers and Sisters and Trans siblings. I know it’s not their job to train me. I will watch, and I will listen, and I will observe. And anyone that feels compelled to share experiences, lessons, or anything else I’m all ears. I promise to be a student. Also, I will call out injustice whenever I see it. I will no longer turn a blind eye because “it doesn’t directly affect me”. I hope to have the chance to share the experiences from my time perpetuating hate with youth, the kids that are just like I was. Angry, hurting, and lost, to hopefully steer them down a road of love and peace and inclusiveness.My plan moving forward is not rigid. I plan to be agile in my pursuit to uphold my vow. Willing to change with feedback and lessons. Now is the time for action, and I am taking it.