CAN/DID: What Is 'Black Lives Matter'?
Several videos in the CAN/DID Inclusion Series have explored the Black Lives Matter movement and what it means to De Anza students, classified professionals and faculty members.
The videos on this webpage share candid perspectives on
- What is "Black Lives Matter"?
- What does "Black Lives Matter" mean to you?
- Why do we say "Black Lives Matter" instead of "All Lives Matter"?
What Does 'Black Lives Matter' Mean to You?
Why Do We Say 'Black Lives Matter'
Instead of 'All Lives Matter'?
What Is CAN/DID?
- An ongoing multimedia series that builds on the knowledge and experience of De Anza College students, faculty members and classified professionals
- An exploration of equity and social justice issues – including lessons we can all learn from the struggles of many different groups and individuals
- See more videos below!
CAN/DID Personal Stories
Earlier this year, we launched "CAN/DID Personal Stories" to share personal experiences and insights from members of the De Anza community.
Sharing Experiences As a Black Person
Students and others spoke about Black heritage for this new series celebrating Black History Month in 2024. A previous series in 2022 featured speakers who shared their "Experiences as a Black Person."
Experiences in the Asian American and Pacific Islander Communities
These videos were released during Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May 2022, with more releases during Filipinx American Heritage Month in October 2022.
Honoring LGBTQ+ History and Coming Out
Members of De Anza's LGBTQ+ community shared their personal stories in these videos. They were released in October 2022 to commemorate LGBTQ+ History Month and National Coming Out Day.
Celebrating Latinx Heritage and Experiences
CAN/DID released these videos, featuring a De Anza student talking about her experiences, in honor of Latinx Heritage Month, from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 in 2022. Look for more Personal Stories soon!
CAN/DID Series Wins National Recognition
De Anza’s CAN/DID Inclusion Series has been honored for outstanding communication and creativity by a national organization of communications professionals. The series earned a Silver Paragon award from the National Council for Marketing and Public Relations – which draws members from two-year colleges across the U.S. and Canada. The award was in the category for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion campaigns.
Previously In the Series
Here are some other previous installments in the CAN/DID Inclusion series.
Celebrating LGBTQ+ Pride
How would members of De Anza's LGBTQ+ community describe their views on love, coming out and other questions?
Countering Anti-Asian Racism
What is the history behind anti-Asian racism and scapegoating during the pandemic – and how can we confront it?
Intercultural Studies at De Anza
What are the vision and goals behind the creation of De Anza's ethnic studies program – and what makes it unique?
About the Name
"Can" represents the opportunity for action and positive progress. "Did" acknowledges the history – good and bad – that we are building on. And "candid" means open and honest, which the series will be.
CAN/DID is produced by De Anza's Office of Communications in consultation with the Office of Equity, Social Justice and Multicultural Education and other campus experts.
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The series was developed to expand on collegewide efforts that followed the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. Those efforts included funding of a full-time, permanent position for an Umoja program counselor, online discussions and activities for students and employees, and the creation of the Standing Against Racism resource webpage.
Resources for Support and Further Exploration
College Resources
Academic Programs
- African American Studies
- Asian American and Asian Studies
- Chicanx/Latinx Studies
- Comparative Ethnic Studies
- Intercultural Studies
- Native American and Indigenous Studies
- Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies
Campus Organizations
- Asian Pacific American Staff Association
- Black Faculty, Staff and Administrators Network
- De Anza Latinx Association
- Equity Action Council
Information and Support
- Addressing Anti-Asian Scapegoating
- President Holmes: Taking Action Against
Anti-Asian Racism - HEFAS: Higher Education for AB 540 Students
- Undocumented Student Resources
- Office of Equity, Social Justice and Multicultural Education
- Standing Against Racism
- Equity and Engagement Division
- Institutional Research
- Pride Center
- Mental Health and Wellness Center
Learning Communities
Community Resources
Here are some (mostly) local organizations that offer information, training and advocacy for racial equity and social justice.
- Asian Americans for Community Involvement
– training for leadership and advocacy - Black Lives Matter
– information and activism - Sacred Heart Community Service
– social justice education, Rapid Response Network for immigrants - Showing Up for Racial Justice
– education and activities for white people who want to support equity - Silicon Valley DeBug
– community organizing, advocacy - SIREN – Services, Immigrant Rights and Education Network
- Viet Unity – grassroots organization for social justice