On Saturday, June 6, 2020, thousands of Tucsonans filled the University of Arizona Mall for a Celebration of Black Lives. The 3-hour event was organized by the Black Student Union and Black Lives Matters Tucson and featured speakers and performers. Today on 30 Minutes we’ll hear excerpts from a Celebration of Black Lives. Featured excerpts include Karlyn Bradley, Just Najima, Sonja Hamil, and Khalif.
Live stream videos of the event are available on the Black Lives Matter Facebook Page.
Recorded and produced by Amanda Shauger.
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