Black Quote by Opal Tometi
“We came in as organizers before creating the Black Lives Matter network and project, and we are still organizers, strategists, political thinkers, and philosophers, so we actually have a lot ideas and a lot of really thought out strategies.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast “The Future of Activism”, 2022
Activists must continually strategize and think philosophically, generating ideas and detailed plans for movements.
In simple terms: Activism requires ongoing strategic thinking.
Key Takeaway
Keep refining strategies and ideas.
Themes
activism
strategy
philosophy
organization
Mood
determined
strategic
Type
practical
motivational
When to use this quote
- community organizing
- policy advocacy
- campaign planning
Key Concepts
Social movement theory
collective action
Questions to Reflect On
- What balance between planning and action works for you?
- How do you ensure ideas translate to impact?
A Different Perspective
Overplanning can stall action.
