Jackson JirardWhy Every Ballet Company Needs an Emotional CounselorAfter countless conversations with other dancers, and with myself, it’s become clear to me how the ballet-world I love needs to change now.May 14, 2021May 14, 2021
Jackson JirardCOVID-19 v. Black Lives MatterAt the beginning of October, I contracted COVID-19, and it almost certainly came from my trip to the 2020 Commitment March. Here’s my…Jan 5, 2021Jan 5, 2021
Jackson JirardHow to Turn “All Lives Matter” into ‘Black Lives Matter’: A 6 Step Guide for Productive DialogueSimple techniques for managing discussions that often feel unmanageable.Jul 14, 2020Jul 14, 2020
Jackson JirardHow to Turn “All Lives Matter” Into “Black Lives Matter”To non-POC advocates, thank you. You’re reworking white identity in real-time. Now, I want to show you how to better engage with your…Jun 14, 2020Jun 14, 2020
Jackson JirardThree Ways to Be a Responsible, Actionable Advocate for Black JusticeMany of you know what’s happening isn’t okay, but feel paralyzed to act. If you fit this description, or just curious, please. read. on.Jun 2, 2020Jun 2, 2020
