Whether you’re Black or white, Latino or Asian, Indigenous or newcomer, the history of our country and the reality of anti-Black racism affect us as a whole. From obvious acts of racism to small acts of aggression that leave us questioning whether we have the right to speak up, race has been used to keep us down and pit us against each other.   

If you’re experiencing racism at your store or fulfillment center, here are 5 things you can do to fight the racist, anti-Black culture and policies that keep working families divided and struggling to make ends meet.

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Talk to your co-workers
Talk to your co-workers

To live in a society where all of us can thrive, we must actively disrupt anti-Black racism in our workplaces and ourselves.

Write an open letter to your boss
Write an open letter to your boss

We know it’s hard so here’s a template and an example to get you started.

Start a petition
Start a petition

Ask your employer to commit to doing more with and for Black employees beyond just a statement.

File an EEOC claim
File an EEOC claim

If you have been discriminated against you can file a complaint with the EEOC online or call 1-800-669-4000.

Hold a walkout or action
Hold a walkout or action

Get the support of your coworkers. Think through what logistics you’ll need—do you need a permit, speakers, etc.?