Comments on: Unexpected Challenges During My First Historically Black Colleges and Universities Outreach Tour

By: Jennifer Liepin

Jennifer Liepin — Tue, 24 Jan 2017 18:37:40 +0000

In reply to lisa. I second this.

By: Jennifer Liepin

Jennifer Liepin — Tue, 24 Jan 2017 18:37:07 +0000

In reply to Tome. so sweet

By: Jennifer Liepin

Jennifer Liepin — Tue, 24 Jan 2017 18:36:25 +0000

I love this. Thanks for sharing your experience! I am set to head out in two days advocating for animal rights with F.A.R.M.’s 10 Billion Lives Southwest Tour, up and down California, and it is inspiring to read about others that have taken the time to spread the word about a vegan lifestyle. Keep educating and advocating, and thank you for your service.

By: Diana Scott

Diana Scott — Sun, 22 Jan 2017 22:47:08 +0000

You are indeed a trail blazer! As an old white “yankee” woman who has relocated to the South, feel free to look me up next time you’re in Northwest Arkansas, Jamila. I know where the vegan food can be found and I’d love to take you to dinner!

By: Tome

Tome — Fri, 20 Jan 2017 07:15:51 +0000

Loved reading of your experiences. Very brave and insightful. I look forward to hearing about your up and coming journies!

By: Allan

Allan — Thu, 19 Jan 2017 07:23:40 +0000

Thank you, Jamila. You did great! I’m with you. And it really angers me to hear about the unwelcoming, to say the least, behavior. Stay safe and know that I and many folks of all colors appreciate your work.

By: Kasey Nitschke

Kasey Nitschke — Wed, 18 Jan 2017 23:54:50 +0000

I knew there was still some racial tensions in America but gee whiz this is the 21st century people get over it.
We are all part of the “human family ” regardless of race, color or culture.
Maybe next time smile & say hi to these people & if the are rude I’d say “my blood is red line yours it’s just my skin different color.

By: Lisa Melian

Lisa Melian — Wed, 18 Jan 2017 22:31:44 +0000

Thank you for being a courageous & wonderful educator despite the bizarre & backward cultures you were forced to deal with. It always hurts me to hear how fellow human beings could be so mean hearted. Our movement need to grow in diversity for the cause of compassion. Thank You!

By: lisa

lisa — Wed, 18 Jan 2017 20:39:59 +0000

Thanks Jamila for this post – sounds like you’re doing amazing work and so glad you got back safe – yes, going out with more than one person definitely would be a better option in the future! Also, can’t wait to visit Atlanta one day and check some of those places out!

By: Jess

Jess — Wed, 18 Jan 2017 18:29:36 +0000

Thank you for your courage in the face of an unfriendly and even hostile environment. Your sense of purpose and commitment to spreading the vegan message is inspiring.