Juneteenth was just days ago, but the struggle it represents is ongoing.
Over a century later, we’re still fighting to be fully seen. Still navigating institutions that harm more than help.
From mental health to housing, education to emergency response, the systems built around us often fail to work for us.
And not to mention decisions being made at the top that impact us all *clears throat and deep ancestral sigh*
Juneteenth reminds us how far we’ve come…and how much farther we have to go.
As we look ahead, we’re honoring ourselves and our ancestors by:
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Prioritizing non-police crisis response, so no one fears asking for help
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Investing in real resources, not just performative promises
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Protecting our civil rights, including the right to live safely
It’s time. Time to protect our people and our neighbors. Time to demand better.
“I had crossed the line. I was free; but there was no one to welcome me to the land of freedom. I was a stranger in a strange land.”
— Harriet Tubman
Where We Have Been
(Listen to a Word from our Founder, Tansy)
First, please accept our apologies for not messaging you as often as we would like. We have been WORK-ING. But now we know we have to bring you into the fold and cover you and your families in all our safety resources.
This is NOT a game to us. We do this work for real, For Real. Listen to the message above from our Founder, Tansy.
Know that it is not a coincidence that you found us on TikTok, Youtube, or at your local community event. You’re meant to be here and we welcome you with open arms.
Join 1M4 in our online Community HERE
Photo Journal of 1M4 in the Community over the last few months
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Image 1: State of the People National Assembly, Â Baltimore MD
Image 2: Alternative Response Convening with living legend of Freedom House, Chief John Moon, New York City, NY
Image 3: Life After the Impact 100th episode commemorative event, Washington DC
Image 4: MTAC Community of Practice Crisis Response in Black Communities, virtual
Come “Grieve Out Loud” With Us
THIS Thursday Jun 26th at 7pm EST
Your Expertise is Needed!
We’re completely revamping The Right Response Directory and need your input to ensure it meets our community’s needs.
This critical resource connects you to alternative first-response programs offering compassionate support through peer responders, clinicians, and trained EMTs for calls like welfare checks, noise complaints, traffic incidents, and mental health crises.
Your feedback is vital for us to improve. Please take a few minutes to complete our confidential survey. Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
A Mental Health Tip For You
In honor of PTSD Awareness Month, let’s remind ourselves that the body keeps score of trauma.
Triggers aren’t always obvious, so create a “calm plan” for moments when your body feels unsafe, even if your mind knows you are.
Start small: Identify one thing that helps you feel grounded—a song, a scent, a phrase, or a safe person to call. Write it down and keep it close. When your nervous system is overwhelmed, having a simple go-to plan can help you return to yourself with compassion, not shame.
Spread Some Blessings!
The consequences of police violence extend far beyond the loss of life. For families affected, it’s the loss of income, the sacrifice of basic necessities, and the start of a high-cost legal fight. If you have the capacity, consider donating to 1M4. Proceeds help support impacted families and sustain the work of 1M4 toward ending police violence for good.
As we carry forward the spirit of Juneteenth, remember this: liberation includes rest.
Our ancestors fought for freedom so we could live fully, not just survive. So do what you can, and rest when you need to. Whether you’re organizing on the frontlines or taking care of your mental health at home, it all matters.
Freedom is a collective journey, and we’ll keep going together.
Join us this Thursday June 26th at 7pm EST as we process through all the things we are grieving the loss of… loved ones, jobs, sense of identity, hope, what we thought this country would look like in 2025… all of it and and more.
We’re doing the heavy inner work together. If you (or someone you know) needs this space, please register below.
 You Got Your 1M4 Merch Yet?
Visit the 1M4 merch store to make sure you’re representing at court support, protests, or in line at your favorite coffee spot. We want to see YOU in your 1M4 gear. Every purchase goes directly to funding the work of 1M4 increasing access to safety and wellness. Â
