It’s been a
while since I posted. Like everyone
that’s in product management, my day job is hectic, fun and bat crap crazy. Being a professional
plate spinner, I elected to add another plate to spin. I’m helping a friend start up a new
non-profit, Races for Peace.
A couple of
months ago, my childhood friend put out a call to action out on Facebook. She was spurred by the events on Charleston
in June 2015 where nine innocent worshippers were killed at the Emanuel African
Methodist Episcopal church. This seemed
to be just the latest in the string of violence in America brought on by
hate. Rather than get angry and then put
it behind her, she decided to do something about it. This is where she came up with the idea of
Races for Peace.
It’s the counter message to the
teachings of hate in this country. It
provides opportunities to come together in community race events to demonstrate
our collective desire for peace. It raises funds to support programs and
services that promote peace, teach tolerance, and assist victims of violence
and hate crimes. It is a way for you and I and everyone to do something more
than mourn.
She inspired me to do something
about it and help. I’m Treasurer of
Races for Peace and leading a 5K in Atlanta.
We need your help! Please read
our President & Founder’s complete message at our site.
Peace,
Kellie
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