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Teah Monique Hairston

Safe Black Space

Board of Directors, Vice President

Favorite quote or scripture related to justice:

“It is our duty to fight for our freedom.

It is our duty to win.

We must love each other and support each other. 

We have nothing to lose but our chains.”

-Assata Shakur

What does justice mean to you?

Justice, to me, is placing love at the center of everything we do. It is recognizing that everything and everyone constitutes an equally vital part of a whole, and thus handling humans, animals, the environment, and all things that connect us with care and compassion.

What is the most powerful thing you have been a part of at ACT?

The LIVE FREE and HEAT Conferences

Favorite thing about Sacramento:

Sacramento is HOME.

Who is your justice superhero?

Assata Shakur