Tomorrow marks the start of Pride Month in the UK, and right now it’s important to remember that the modern LGBT+ movement began with protests and riots against the cruelty of systematic oppression, and were led by trans women of colour. #BlackLivesMatter

Black people have been a part of our community from the very start, and we cannot be silent when they are demanding an end to injustice. If you aren’t Black, it’s time to think about how you can help. #BlackLivesMatter https://twitter.com/claranellist/status/1267063534103547904

Science isn’t above this issue either. We have benefitted from racism for centuries, and still do today (as this thread shows). We have a duty to acknowledge this and take action to prevent such abuses of power from happening. #BlackLivesMatter https://twitter.com/estodek/status/1267093885349699586