Gretchen Koehler

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Virtual Vigil #ElijahMcClain

70 musicians from 7 countries came together from Northern New York and around the world to mourn the death of the young violinist, Elijah McClain. This incredibly moving video shares his story in hopes to inspire each of us to find our voice and to better the world. Be sure to visit the ACTION LINKS BELOW. #blacklivesmatter #justiceforelijahmcclain

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ACTION LINKS and RESOURCES:

JUSTICE FOR ELIJAH McCLAIN
Action link: https://linktr.ee/justiceforelijahmcclain
This user friendly site Justice for Elijah McClain contains 9 links for action directly related to Elijah's case.

BLACK BANJO RECLAMATION PROJECT (music program)
Donation link: http://blackbanjoreclamationproject.org/donate/
The Black Banjo Reclamation Project provides banjos and lessons to Black people interested in exploring their musical heritage.

PROJECT STEP (music program)
Donation link: https://projectstep.networkforgood.com
Project STEP provides high-level classical music training to under-served youth in the Boston area.

NAACP LEGAL DEFENSE FUND
Donation link: https://www.naacpldf.org
The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund is America’s premier legal organization fighting for racial justice.

AMERICAN CIVIL LIBERTIES UNION
Donation link: https://www.aclu.org
The ACLU Racial Justice Program aims to preserve and extend constitutionally guaranteed rights to people who have historically been denied their rights on the basis of race.