IMANI MFALME
By NSangou Njikam | Performed by Aja Naomi King
This monologue is based on conversations with Imani Mfalme, a directly impacted Freedom Fighter and organizer in Knoxville, Tennessee with Community Defense of East Tennessee and the National Participatory Defense Network.
LISTEN TO THE ORIGINAL INTERVIEW:
IMANI IS ASKING YOU TO TAKE ACTION
The National Participatory Defense Network holds meetings in their cities to support individuals facing charges in the system and their families, and organizes campaigns to transform the criminal justice system. We also build together to learn from each other, share common strategies, and develop a shared vision for our communities.
Go to hubs to locate a hub in your area and demand immediate release for those in Knox County Jail:
LISTEN
Millions of people are impacted by our nation’s cruel justice system. They are witnesses to cruelty. These are their stories. These are their calls to action.
TAKE ACTION
As COVID-19 ravages jails, prisons, and detention centers across the United States, those suffering and fearful inside and their families, friends, and communities are asking you to take action now.