First Prize for 11th and 12th Grade Category
Change Begins With Us
By: Jannat Zaanoun from Monroe NJ
Monroe Township High School, Monroe NJ
(Topic: Racial Injustice and the responsibility of youth)
The echoes of millions fill the city of Mecca as worshippers circle the Kaaba. Men and women, young and old, rich and poor, come together every year dressed in a simple white cloth to fulfill their pilgrimage. Although every person is different in the way they look, speak, and live, in the eyes of Allah (swt) all people are created equal. Yet, halfway across the globe is a different story. A white officer blindly shoots a black man in the name of “safety”. A thousand miles from there, a father and his son are harassed in public for wearing the keffiyeh. This is America today. The duty to combat such racial injustice falls upon every believer, but it is the young generation, with their gift of youthfulness who have the greatest power to drive change. Through education, organization, and mobility, we can help combat the racial injustice that is all too common in today’s world. The first step towards this is educating ourselves and those around us. After all, the first word revealed to the Prophet Muhammad (saw) was none other than Iqra’. This command emphasizes knowledge as one of the core values of Islam. By seeking out the stories of authors from marginalized communities, attending seminars, and understanding the perspectives of our people and those around us, we can begin to dismantle the ignorance that often underlies discrimination. Historical lessons, such as the struggle of abolitionists against slavery and segregation in America, demonstrate how this awareness can fuel resistance against systemic oppression. Unburdened by many of the troubles of adulthood, the youth of today have the time and resources to take conscious steps towards learning about and challenging prejudice wherever it arises. Beyond personal enlightenment, organized effort is vital. The Quran states, “Surely Allah loves those who fight in His cause in ˹solid˺ ranks as if they were one concrete structure” (61:4), underscoring the power of unity. The civil rights movement in America, led by figures like Malcolm X, achieved monumental progress not through isolated efforts, but through collective action. Youth, especially, have always been at the forefront of such movements. Organizations such as the NAACP Youth Council and the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee were pivotal in staging protests and boycotts that challenged racial injustice. Today, Muslim youth can build this legacy by forming local advocacy groups, hosting interfaith and cultural dialogues, and utilizing community centers and mosques as platforms for social activism. However, education and organization cannot stand alone; taking action is necessary to institute real change. In today’ s digital era, Muslim youth possess unprecedented tools to mobilize change. Whether through social media campaigns, peaceful protests, or engagement in local governance, taking action can be as easy as pressing a button. Each act of participation, no matter how small, contributes to dismantling racism and fostering a society rooted in justice and equality. Islam teaches us that all human beings are equal in the sight of Allah (swt). As Muslims living in such a divisive country, it is our job to speak up and fight for what is right. In a hadith, the Prophet (saw) instructs, “Whosoever of you sees an evil action, let him change it with his hand; and if he is not able to do so, then with his tongue; and if he is not able to do so, then with his heart—and that is the weakest of faith.” By educating ourselves, organizing collectively, and mobilizing to confront injustice, we honor our duty as Muslims. The time to act is now, for if we do not stand up against racial injustice, who will?
First Prize 9th & 10th Grade Category
Unequal Justice: The Racial Disparities in America’s Legal System
By: Shayan Malik from East Windsor NJ
Noor Ul Iman School, Monmouth Junction NJ
(Topic: The impact of systemic racism in law enforcement and the judicial system on society)
Imagine a world where you are punished more harshly than others who committed the same crime as you, solely because of your race. That world is a reality for many people in America, where systemic racism in law enforcement and the judicial branch have created racial disparities. Be it racial profiling or wrongful convictions, these minority communities, especially Black and Latino populations, face discrimination at every step because of their skin color. These inequalities are embedded in the entire system and are the result of practices and policies that have existed for centuries. Systemic racism in law enforcement and the judicial branch creates widespread injustice through the use of racial profiling, wrongful convictions, and a negligence of police responsibility, which in turn erodes trust in the government as a whole.
One of the most problematic issues is racial profiling. Racial profiling is when a police or law enforcement official suspects a person to have committed a crime solely due to their skin color. Racial profiling targets the Black and Latino communities, with the majority of traffic pull-overs involving an individual who is dark skinned. In New York City, the controversial stop-and-frisk policy disproportionately targets Black or Latinos, with 80% of incidents involving minority races in New York. This is not a reasonable cause to stop, investigate, or arrest a citizen. This is a major reason for the distrust in the Black and Latino community as they tend to be treated as criminals, despite them not committing any crime.
If that doesn’t raise alarms, the ongoing police brutality should. The famous George Floyd incident where an officer suspected that Floyd used a counterfeit $20 bill. Floyd was compliant, but the police officer brutally murdered the 46 year old. This incident is just one of many recent interactions with the police that resulted in police brutality simply because of the victim’s race. Black Americans are 2.5 times more likely to be killed by law enforcement than white Americans. The worst part? Law enforcement officers involved in these incidents often tend to face little to no consequences, enraging many citizens who wish to see these racist officers face severe punishments.
These racial disparities are also present in court, where sentences are higher for those with a darker complexion. Studies show that Black Americans receive sentences that are 20% longer than those of white Americans for the same crimes committed. Simply a byproduct of racism and the unjust system at play. Many Black people are also poor and can’t afford the bail set that many whites can. Some bails are set higher for Black or Latinos as compared to white Americans. The Innocence Project reports that over 60% of wrongful convictions consists of Black people, a race that is a minority in many areas where the Innocence Project operates in. These disparities show how systemic racism is deeply ingrained in the legal system.
In summation, systemic racism in law enforcement and the judicial branch unfairly targets minority communities through racial profiling, excessive sentencing, and lack of police accountability. These injustices weaken trust in the Government, as it is their duty to value all citizens fairly and justly, with no restrictions or racism involved. To combat these pressing issues, steps must be proactively taken, such as eliminating cash bail, including stricter police accountability measures, and ensuring equal sentences regardless of race. It is up to the citizens to push for change. By educating the citizens about this growing issue, this issue can finally be eradicated – once and for all.
First Prize for 7th & 8th Grade Category
Weathering the Tides
By: Jacob Lee from Closter NJ
Tenakill Middle School, Closter NJ
(Topic: Creating a Fair World: How We Can Continue the Fight for Justice)
An American Airlines plane with 60 passengers and four crew members crashes into an Army black helicopter, and a fiery explosion can be seen piercing through the dark sky of Washington D.C.. The noises of debris and chunks of metal crashing into the Potomac River echo across quiet neighborhoods. As bodies are being recovered from the terrible tragedy, President Trump speaks on national television that DEI policies are to blame for the entire situation. When asked for evidence, he just shrugs and says he has “common sense”.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion programs are frameworks that promote everyone’s participation in society, regardless of their traits. DEI has given many people who were neglected in the past an opportunity of being accepted. Yet, despite the overall positives that DEI had brought into marginalized communities, the Trump administration is slowly pulling back these programs. As the government removes DEI, corporations and businesses have followed suit as equal opportunities are no longer marketable in New America. Additionally, every negative news event, whether it’s another public shooting, major accident, or any petty crime gone viral, forces each minority group to collectively hold their breaths, hoping that the perpetrator does not share their identity. Essentially, any accomplishments by a minority is undeserved due to DEI while any transgressions by an individual represents the entire group’s moral failings, at least according to New America.
However, hope is not all lost, or more accurately, we cannot afford to lose hope. DEI was created to even the playing field from decades of systematic discrimination against anyone who is not a White male. Ironically, the political bigots may be correct to some extent in their rejection of DEI. There was no DEI when the nation collectively marched for the Civil Rights Movement, when we said no more to Jim Crow. There was no DEI when women gained the rights to suffrage and unshackled their bonds to the patriarchal leech. If the government refuses equality, then the people no longer have an obligation to play civil. There needs to be massive rallying momentum aimed for the 2026 midterm election so that the people can effectively defang the serpent coiled around the neck of America. Rallying during a major event is one avenue to push back, but we must also be aware that they are going to categorize it as a “riot” and even employ martial law that our current president is salivating over. That is why we need to employ new tactics, such as organizing a united front online that fights disinformation and keeps the demands clear for all unconvinced. The current president is not a sympathetic individual; when asked if he would visit the crash site, he remarked that it was on water and questioned if they wanted him to “go swimming”. And that is what the current administration wants for the people: to struggle to stay afloat with rising costs of tariffs and other economically obtuse policies. Make the people suffer in economic hardship then offer mere breadcrumbs to make us feel complacent, while also bombarding us with unconstitutional actions left and right until we are left tired. That is precisely why we need to start momentum now, both in the physical and online world, so that the people don’t give up from feeling burnt out. It is absolutely ridiculous that we need to fight for the rights of every minority again. But we must get our second, or even third and fourth, wind in this long struggle until we gather a mighty enough storm to lift every single American from the treacherous waters of tyranny.
Second Prize for 11th & 12th Grade Category
The Fight Isn’t Over: Understanding and Combating Racial Injustice as the Youth
By: Zoeya Pasha from Gillette NJ
Watchung Hills Regional High School, Warren NJ
(Topic: Racial Injustice and the responsibility of youth)
I remember the first time I truly understood what racial injustice meant. It was 2020, I was logged into my zoom meeting, listening to my teacher talk about the Civil Rights Movement. She spoke about Rosa Parks and Martin Luther King Jr, marches, speeches, revolutions. Things we’ve been taught since elementary school over and over again. It felt like a closed chapter, something that had happened long ago, that had been fixed. But later that week, my parents opened the television, and I saw the video of George Floyd sobbing , “I can’t breathe.” I saw protests erupting, anger, heartbreak, the desperate need for change. That was when I realized: racial injustice isn’t history. It’s our reality. And as the youth, it’s our responsibility to fight against it. Racism isn’t just the past. It’s everywhere, built into present-day society. The Black man who is stared at cautiously in a store while others shop freely. Indigenous communities whose land is stolen, voices ignored. The Muslim woman who is told to remove her hijab to be “accepted.” It’s the immigrant kid who grows up hearing they don’t belong. The numbers prove it- in a study by NAACP, Black people are imprisoned more than 5x the rate of whites. 65%of Black adults and 35%of Latino and Asian adults have felt targeted because of their race. But numbers don’t capture the real life experiences and pain of being treated as less than. They don’t show the exhaustion of constantly proving your worth to others or the fear of simply existing in your own skin. And when people speak out against injustice, they’re told they’re too angry, too sensitive, too divisive. But what’s more divisive than a system that refuses to see us as equal? What’s more destructive than silence? We’re often told we’re too young to make a difference, but history proves otherwise. Students who staged sit-ins at segregated lunch counters were young. Teenagers who marched across Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma were young. People who’ve fought for change in the past were young, just like us. And now, it’s our turn. Change starts with knowledge. Schools don’t always teach the truth about history’s uglies. We have to want to learn, to read books they don’t assign, to listen to voices they try to silence. And once we know better, we have to share that knowledge because education is the first step toward change. We have to act. It’s uncomfortable to call out a racist joke someone makes, to challenge injustice in our communities. But discomfort is nothing compared to the pain of those who suffer in silence. Posting about injustice is important, but activism cannot stop there. It means protesting, bugging lawmakers, supporting Black and Indigenous businesses, and pushing for policies that create real change. It means holding schools accountable for teaching inclusive curriculums to ensure diversity is not just a catch-phrase. The fight isn’t about one big moment of heroism. It’s about a lifetime of commitment to justice, action, and awareness. I often wonder what Civil Rights Leaders would think if they saw the world today. Would they be proud of us or heartbroken by how much hasn’t changed? Maybe both. But they wouldn’t want us to stop fighting. Racial injustice wasn’t created overnight, and won’t disappear overnight. But every time we choose to learn, speak up, or just do something, it’s a step forward. We are the past, future, and present, and it’s our responsibility to make sure the world we leave behind is better than the one we were born into. Because if we don’t fight for justice, who will?
Second Prize for 9th & 10th Grade Category
Voices of Change: How The Youth Redefine the Fight Against Racial Injustice
By: Hania Hashmi from Piscataway NJ
An-Noor Academy, Piscataway NJ
(Topic: Racial Injustice and the responsibility of youth)
Racial injustice has been a pervasive issue that has continued to shape societies in profound ways, from the justice system to education and even employment. Generation after generation, minorities have continued to rise against tyranny. As we reflect on the struggles of the past, it’s clear that the fight for racial equality is far from over. The youth are one of the most powerful forces in this battle, as they do not merely inherit the past, but drive the change for the future. From social media activism to peaceful movements, the youth challenge systematic racism and raise their voices against injustice. As future leaders, teachers, and activists, the responsibility of youth lies in paving new paths to a future free from inequality. They have critical responsibilities in fighting injustice, as they bridge history with modern activism, using social media, education, and community to pave the way for change.
In today’s digital age, social media has become an essential part of our lives. From paying for groceries to school, everything takes place in a blink. It has also become a powerful tool for raising awareness because of its speed and convenience. Platforms such as Instagram and TikTok, allow youth to share their voices, expose injustice, and organize movements. The rise of #BlackLivesMatter after the tragedy of Trayvon Martin in 2012 is a huge example of how digital activism is able to raise awareness all across the globe. It enables the youth to not only spread awareness but also organize petitions about what they feel is unfair and campaigns that would otherwise go unnoticed. Social media offers a direct way of communication across the globe, to every corner of the Earth. From raising awareness about police brutality to informing audiences of events, digital activism has proved to be an essential tool for today’s youth to push for change and create a call to action.
The right for racial justice does not start online, but in the classroom. Classrooms are where youth defy expectations by challenging educational systems that are unjust or perpetuate inequality. Across the entire Earth, young people demand that more inclusive curriculums be made, to include marginalized communities and inaccurate descriptions of history. Movements and student led protests calling for diversity in textbooks go to show how the youth are taking action, to ensure that schools teach an accurate version of historical events. They advocate for the inclusion of race and justice issues in class discussions, pushing for education that is more than just surface level. Youth are broadening the understanding of racial injustice and ensuring that the future generations are better equipped to deal with it.
It is clearly seen by the youth that the fight for racial justice is impossible in isolation; it must be a collective effort with solidarity across different nations. While they lead the charge for racial equality, others draw attention to broader topics in social injustice such as sexism and economic inequality. This is evident in youth led actions, which unite diverse groups with the goal of fighting against oppressive systems. The youth play an essential role in fostering unity across movements, across nations, and across oceans. They demonstrate that the fight for justice is part of a larger battle, which we need to win for the future of humankind. By building these coalitions, young people are strengthening the fight for justice and pushing for systemic change that benefits all. Today’s youth are not just inheriting the fight against racial injustice—they are leading it. Through activism, education, and solidarity, they are shaping a future where equality and justice are no longer optional.
Second Prize for 7th & 8th Grade Category
Bridging Culture and Religion: How Islam and Black History meet?
By: Bareerah Binte Islam from Marlboro NJ
Baytul-Iman Academy, Keansburg NJ
(Topic: What Justice Means to Me: Lessons from Black History)
Islam has profoundly shaped Black history, uplifting and empowering Black communities, while Black communities have also enriched the legacy of Islam in countless ways. The history of this interconnection goes back to the time of our Anbiya (A.S.), and specifically the time of our beloved Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W). In his farewell speech, he announced, “A white has no superiority over a black, nor does a black have any superiority over a white…except by piety and good action.” Islam encourages equality and justice between mankind, as it binds men as brothers and women as sisters to ensure the same rights and judgments to all. Black history month teaches us to not only commemorate Black Americans that contributed to society, but also Black Muslims that have learned to navigate both identities to encourage unity.
One significant black Muslim individual was Mansa Musa, the king of the Mali empire known for his pilgrimage to Makkah. During his trip, he ensured that all of his travelers had a place to stay the night, regardless of their social status. He also gave money to the needy people he visited. Mansa Musa’s actions connect directly to Islam, as the Quran and Hadith have emphasized the importance of giving to the needy. Furthermore, Mansa Musa’s efforts to increase trade in Mali greatly contributed to the spread of Islam to other regions. Mali was able to grow into a prosperous region, thanks to the Islamic values implemented by one of the most influential black Muslim leaders in history. By spreading and following Islamic teachings, Mansa Musa saw the benefits his Islam gave him in return. In addition to increasing wealth and trade all across Africa, Mansa Musa emphasized seeking Islamic knowledge. Following the Hadith, “Seeking knowledge is an obligation upon every Muslim” (Sunan Ibn Majah 224), he opened universities for Islamic scholarship around the world, including the University of Sankore. There, scholars not only studied Quran and Islamic Studies, but also acquired knowledge of subjects such as the sciences, mathematics, and history. Many Black scholars made significant observations including magnetism, pulmonary circulation, and more ideas contributing to the knowledge we have today. Islamic knowledge is often stereotyped to have only come from the Middle East, but Africa played a significant role too. Mansa Musa’s work helped fight negative perspectives and inspired many young scholars. A more recent example of a Black Muslim figure is Malcom X, a civil rights activist who changed profoundly after his spiritual journey to Mecca in 1964. When encountering people of different races, he wrote in his letter from Mecca, “[I have met]…people who in America would have considered ‘white’— but the ‘white’ attitude was removed from their minds by the religion of Islam. I have never before seen sincere and true brotherhood practiced by all colors together, irrespective of their color.” Malcolm X attributed Islam to the force that brought different races together in unity and brotherhood. This inspired him to take pride in being a Muslim and an African American, his two connected identities. It also inspired many individuals across the world to challenge their perceptions on African American Muslims. Black Muslims have contributed to society in many ways, and their accomplishments must be acknowledged. Mansa Musa used his wealth to help the needy and spread Islam by trade, the Timbuktu scholars contributed to Muslim discoveries by creating a place for scholars and students to learn, and Malcolm X spread unity of races through religion. These examples show that Islam and Black communities are deeply intertwined in contributing to a powerful history and bringing betterment to the world.
Third Prize for 11th & 12th Grade Category
Finding our Power
By: Safa Rahman from Kendall Park NJ
South Brunswick High School, South Brunswick NJ
(Topic: Racial Injustice and the responsibility of youth)
“When we reject the single story, when we realize that there is never a single story about any place, we regain a kind of paradise”. I remember vividly listening to Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s TED Talk, “The Danger of a Single Story” in Global Studies last year – it was this final sentence that left me thinking, feeling, and hoping. This would be the beginning of my love for storytelling. I’ve found storytelling to be a powerful tool for debunking, shaking, challenging, and exposing – the myths, the lies, the stereotypes, and the hate. Racial injustice is ingrained, systemic, fueled with ignorance, hate. It is in the streets when a black man is kneeled on for simply existing, it is when Indigenous people have to fight for the very land that was stolen from their ancestors, it is in the stereotypes: that minorities are not supposed to be in positions of power, have a seat at the table, and aren’t wanted to be seen thriving and becoming powerful voices. Notice how we are feared the most when we speak up – when we know our power and aren’t afraid to use it – when we march the streets, when we become class president, when we are loud, shake the table, and occupy space. And that is exactly why, as youth, it is our responsibility to find our power. For me, I have discovered, it has always been oration both written and verbal. In the same Global Studies class last year, we were tasked to present a part of African culture that contradicts the notion of a “single story”. I decided to explore African literature and came across Chimamanda’s poem, “We Died When Freedom Burned”. Reciting this poem in class, with the sunlight rays cascading through the dark room, I felt a sense of solace that I cannot quite get to justice with words. It was inspiring to see how powerful words have in making people feel, see and think in a way that they have never before. And that made me think about how literature has the power to challenge racial injustice in a way that touches deep into people’s hearts – capturing stories in its rawest form and using human emotion as a translator to bridge sympathy with the pains of others. And since then, I use literature as not simply a shield, but as a weapon against all injustice.
In Surah Nisa, verse 135, Allah (swt) obligates us to, “Stand firm for justice as witnesses for Allah even if it is against yourselves, your parents, or close relatives”. The fact that this responsibility has been prescribed upon us by our Lord reflects on the pressing necessity to prepare the next generations for the road of activism. The road is certainly not going to be easy – we will be silenced, threatened, hated, but we must always have faith in Allah (swt). To the youth, I would say to find your passion. Find your talent. Find what makes you you. Find what makes your heart shimmer, what makes your soul cascade with sunshine, what makes you fill with passion, rage, and what makes you want to leap with raw joy. Once you find it, own it – nourish it, water it, give it sunshine, and know that it will grow far more than you can ever imagine. As youth, we often are left to ponder with the question of how we can “give back” to our community. I believe we give back the greatest when we own our talent and develop the courage to use it radically.
Third Prize in 9th & 10th Grade Category
The Impact of Systemic Racism in Law Enforcement and the Judicial System on Society
By: Karima Kayed from North Bergen NJ
Rising Star Academy, Union City NJ
(Topic: The impact of systemic racism in law enforcement and the judicial system on society)
It is a well known fact that there have been countless moments where systemic racism was clear in law enforcement and the judicial system. Innocent people accused of a crime they didn’t commit or got extreme punishments which goes against the eighth amendment. This amendment protects people from excessive bail, fines, and cruel and unusual punishments. Although there are clear laws that don’t allow certain things, people still go against them, even police officers. A huge example of this is the tragic murder of George Floyd. George Perry Floyd Jr was an African-American man who was born in North Carolina. He was an innocent man who was murdered on May 25, 2020 by a white police officer. His famous quote was “I can’t breathe.” His pleas were ignored by the officers murdering him. A report states that African American people in America are three times more likely to be killed by police officers and four point five times more likely to be incarcerated than white people. As if it wasn’t bad enough, along with these innocent individuals being gruesomely murdered, these police officers rarely even get charged and if they do, it’s a much less harsh punishment than they deserve. The same report states that more than one-thousand cases of police officers have murdered people, only one percent of them have been charged. Systemic racism isn’t solely apparent in law enforcement, but also in the judicial system. There are many reasons why the judicial system shows systemic racism and these reasons include: sentencing and charging, unequal supervision, wrongful convictions, death penalty, overall sentencing racism, and much more. Sentencing and charging have also been unfair because they are more harsh for African American people and not for white people. Supervision in the judicial system is unequal because they are more harsh and strict on African Americans than white people. There have been countless wrongful convictions for African Americans. One of these wrongful convictions is Marcellus Williams. He was put on death row for being accused of a murder he did not commit. He was innocent and many people were protesting and signing petitions for his release, but it did nothing. There was physical evidence proving his innocence, but due to the systemic racism in the judicial system, they executed him. This also connects to the unfair and/or unequal death penalty. The judicial system is so much more harsh on African American people than they are with white people. What happened to innocent until proven guilty? Isn’t this supposed to be a free country? What happened to all that? We are all equal no matter where you’re from, what color your skin is, what your gender is, how old you are, how you look, how you act, etc. No one should be seen differently or treated differently based on how they look, but instead, how they act and what’s on the inside.
Third Prize for 7th & 8th Grade Category
Pursuing Justice: From Civil Rights to Palestine
By: Mabshurah Naware from Edison NJ
An-Noor Academy, Piscataway NJ
(Topic: Creating a Fair World: How We Can Continue the Fight for Justice)
Justice is a necessary, persistent, and continuous fight against oppression and discrimination. It means to treat others fairly and with respect no matter their race, color, beliefs, or background. Often, it’s hard for us to notice injustice unless we are personally inflicted by it. Media censorship and silencing of the oppressed can prevent us from becoming aware of injustice happening around the world. We must acknowledge that injustice is not confined to history books; it continues to be deeply embedded in today’s society. Palestinians and other oppressed groups face injustice daily, being denied basic human rights. Achieving justice requires active effort; it cannot be accomplished passively. We can’t just sit around and daydream about a better world while we do nothing to help improve this one.
You might think an individual’s efforts are useless and never enough to turn the tides of history, many people share this belief so they never even try to fight injustice. But you would be surprised at the impact one person can have when willing to make a small sacrifice. One tiny sacrifice or effort put in by millions of people causes major shifts in the world. Change is not always visible or linear and is often slow but what matters is that we are moving forward towards a world with less injustice. For example, the ongoing boycott of Israeli products requires little sacrifice; consumers can easily choose brands that uphold and support justice. Purchasing products involves more than just the items inside the package; it reflects your support for the morals and ethics of the brand. Are you comfortable with supporting companies that contribute to genocide and injustice? We must acknowledge that every choice we make impacts the world around us. History has shown us that economic boycotts can be powerful tools for change. For instance, during the Montgomery Bus Boycott in 1950, African Americans refused to ride buses to protest segregation. This proved successful in 1956 when the Supreme Court ruled segregation on buses was unconstitutional, demonstrating the power of collective action. Another example is the boycott against apartheid South Africa. People boycotted South African products, nations imposed economic sanctions and people refused to engage with the regime. It was a key factor in ending apartheid, leading to Nelson Mandela’s release and South Africa’s first multiracial elections in 1994.
We seek justice through our choices—attending protests, signing petitions, donating or volunteering to justice-oriented organizations, or raising awareness on social media. The Palestine fight for justice isn’t some intangible reality but a possible future if we remain consistent and persistent in our fight against oppression. The struggles seen in Apartheid South Africa and the Civil Rights Movement in the United States show us that change is possible. Let us continue to strive for justice by standing up for Palestine, Sudan, Congo, and all oppressed people around the world.