ROSA PARKS by Olivia Dunne

A Brief History 1913-2005

olivia2002dunne — 2024-03-02 23:31:22 UTC

An African American civil rights activist best known for her role in the Montgomery Bus Boycott.

At age two Rosas parents split and she move with her mom to her grandparents. Early on Rosa faced racial discrimination and activism for racial equality, she regularly fought back against white children that were bulling and being racists.

Rosas grandparents endured a lot in America, as they witnessed the slave trade first hand and Rosas grandfather once stood with a shotgun in front of their house whilst the Kukulkan marched their street.

The First Lady of Civil Rights

olivia2002dunne — 2024-03-02 23:34:25 UTC

In 1955 Rosa led the Montgomery Bus Boycott, After refusing to give up her seat during busy hours to a white person on a segregated bus.

At this time owning a car was not common and many people used the bus to reach there destinations, it is mentioned that bus drivers had the powers of a police officer of the city.

Racial Segregation

olivia2002dunne — 2024-03-02 23:36:33 UTC

Rosa Parks advocated for desegregation and equal treatment of people of colour in all aspects of public life, including public transportation, schools, and other public facilities. She believed that for social justice to occur, it was essential to dismantle the institutionalized racism that denied basic civil rights to African Americans.

Micro, Mezzo & Macro

olivia2002dunne — 2024-03-03 00:17:58 UTC

Rosa Parks actions were a catalyst for the Montgomery Bus Boycott, a significant event in the struggle for civil rights. The tactics used by Rosa Parks and others during this period were effective on various levels:

Micro - taking on a nonviolent resistance.
Mezzo - perusing legal challenges & gaining public recognition.
Macro - Montgomery Bus Boycott & Community Empowerment whilst appearing united.

References

olivia2002dunne — 2024-03-03 00:19:40 UTC

CBBC, (2014). Rosa Parks Song [Video]. Horrible Histories. YouTube. https://youtu.be/jRJlZ_QVb4E?si=dzQ4Q_6yvRmxUPaG

Onion. A, Sullivan. M, Mullen. M, & Zapata. C. (2010). Montgomery Bus Boycott, Black History, History. https://www.history.com/topics/black-history/montgomery-bus-boycott

Biography.Com Editors & McEvoy. C, (2023). Rosa Parks, Famous Activists, Biography. https://www.biography.com/activists/rosa-parks

Civil Disobedience & Civil Rights Movement

olivia2002dunne — 2024-03-03 00:22:05 UTC

40,000 People of colour who usually commuted to work on the bus, yet opted out and chose to walk 20 miles to work for one year.

Analyzing Less Successful Tactics

olivia2002dunne — 2024-03-03 00:24:26 UTC

Rosa Parks' was highly successful in sparking and contributing to the broader Civil Rights Movement. However, there were aspects of the Civil Rights Movement that were less successful and did not achieve immediate or complete success. Challenges and setbacks were often apart of a larger, ongoing struggle for civil rights. Such as some protests or demonstrations faced resistance and violence from opposition forces, leading to setbacks. Additionally, not all legal challenges to segregation were initially successful, and progress was often slow and hard to fight for.

Insights for an Anti-Oppressive Approach

olivia2002dunne — 2024-03-03 00:26:52 UTC

To work from an anti-oppressive stance, it's crucial to internalize and apply the lessons derived from the experiences of activists like Rosa Parks and the broader civil rights movement. By promoting nonviolence, prioritizing an intersectional understanding. Whilst employing a strategic, patient, and multifaceted advocacy approach. Building coalitions, continuous self-reflection, and adaptability will be central, ensuring a commitment to a just and equitable society.

olivia2002dunne — 2024-03-10 22:25:34 UTC

The Mother of the Freedom Movement (An Inspiration)

olivia2002dunne — 2024-03-11 15:53:49 UTC

As a young girl I loved learning all about history, I can vividly remember never missing an episode of CBBC's Horrible Histories which was a wildly popular show in the UK.

Rosa Parks was the first American civil rights activist i remember hearing of on Horrible Histories, her legacy continues today around the world pushing others to stand up against injustice, discrimination, and oppression, emphasizing the enduring importance of individual and collective efforts in social justice.

olivia2002dunne — 2024-03-11 20:06:39 UTC

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People

olivia2002dunne — 2024-03-12 00:21:52 UTC

In 1930's Rosa worked and was considered accomplished, Rosas husband Reymond Parks was a barber and active member of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), he later passed in 1977.

Rosa Parks, a youth leader and secretary to NAACP president until 1957. Rosa investigated the cases of Rey Taylor as well as Emmett Till.

Awarded Martin Luther King Jr by NAACP, the presidential medal of freedom, and congressional gold medal.