Photographer Ruben Natal San-Miguel's "Be Well'' (Apollo Theater) 2020 Harlem, NYC, an image of the Apollo Theatre's marquee at the beginning of the pandemic, captures the intrepid nature of the human spirit when it is faced with unprecedented circumstances. In our grief, we focus on community care, and in our grief, we make art. We are buoyed by it, comforted by it, inspired by it.
This piece, part of the Museum of The City of NY's permanent collection, reminds us to take care of ourselves and each other—the sign, a beacon in the dark, reminds us that we are not alone.
Below are some links to writing and resources that are helpful as we move forward—either for you, or someone else in your life.
The Trevor Project: A non-profit suicide prevention organization that provides 24/7 crisis support services, research, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ youth.
Lifeline: 866-488-7386
National Network of Abortion Funds: A network of nearly 100 abortion funds that support people seeking abortion access.
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988
Tips for talking to children about the election (from the American Psychological Association)
A post-election empowerment plan that has been circulating
A sentiment from Martha Rich: We keep going and we’re going to do as much as we can to help our neighbors, friends and families get through. And we must make trump and vance’s lives a living hell. Disobey. The future is not carved in stone.
