Alicia Keys is about to host a Nickelodeon particular in regards to the Black Lives Matter motion.
The 39-year-old musician is happy to current ‘Kids, Race and Unity: A Nick News Special’, because the hour-long present will shine a light-weight on the experiences of black kids throughout the US following current anti-racism protests.
The award-winning star mentioned: ”I’ve had a imaginative and prescient of a discussion board that may interact youngsters throughout this time and assist to focus our consideration on how they may be feeling, and this ‘Nick News’ particular is it!”
Alicia thinks it is essential to handle the problems of systemic racism and police brutality in America, which had been just lately thrown into the highlight following George Floyd’s loss of life in Minneapolis.
The singer – who has Egypt, 9, and Genesis, 5, with husband Swizz Beatz – defined: ”Talking about race might be delicate and uncomfortable; and generally we attempt to shield our kids from racism they’re already experiencing.
”But actually, there isn’t any means round this matter if we wish to transfer ahead in any sort of significant means. What’s occurring on the earth is not only an issue for the black group, it is all of our downside and all of us need to care about it with the intention to change it!
”This is such an essential, susceptible, trustworthy and exquisite dialog, and I do know many households could also be trying to find the suitable technique to enter it. Let’s actually deep dive collectively.”
The broadcast will function Patrisse Cullors, Alicia Garza and Opal Tometi, the co-founders of the Black Lives Matter motion, and they are going to be answering questions from kids in regards to the marketing campaign and the problem of racism.
‘Kids, Race and Unity: A Nick News Special’ will air on Nickelodeon, TeenNick, and Nicktoons within the US on Monday (29.06.20).
