When former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin found guilty on three charges, including second and third-degree murder, in the May 2020 killing of George Floyd, it was an important moment for the country. So it’s fitting that the evening that followed the announcement featured collective gatherings in the streets, and statements from leaders like the mayor on the local level, on up to and including President Joe Biden.
The next day means getting back to work for many. Yet a new day doesn’t mean the moment has passed. And, as many of the statements from leaders pointed out, it doesn’t mean the work for racial justice is by any means complete. So even as work tied to employment goes on, managers and teammates are bringing their sentiments about the conviction to this day, and beyond.
We’ve seen local leaders addressing it with their communities through newsletter messages, for instance. Impact Hub Baltimore, the Station North hub for social entrepreneurs, artists and change makers, shared an email message to its community from Executive Director Michelle Geiss.
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