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JD Monroe (reelsonwheels IG) @jdmonroephoto.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

Join me next Wed at 5pm Chicago Time for a discussion about the future of accessibility in nature spaces. You can find the registration link in my bio. Some support to amplify the event would be greatly appreciated. #scicomm #sciart #conservation #disabilitypridemonth #nature #socialjustice

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ACLU @aclu.org · 12/06/2025

BREAKING: The Supreme Court ruled victims of a mistaken police raid can continue their quest for accountability in the courts. While this is progress for the Martin family, the case now goes to the lower court, where the fight continues to stop the FBI from evading responsibility for its actions.

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Marisa Kabas @marisakabas.bsky.social · 12/06/2025

Need to speak to an immigration law expert ASAP. Contact via Signal: signal.me#eu/VssgH88q6...

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Glendon Mellow @flyingtrilobite.com · 12/06/2025

Nothing is a distraction. They’ll try to do it all. Push back on everything.

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BlackAFinSTEM @blackafinstem.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

#BlackBirdersWeek may be over, but we continue sharing love for our community. June is Pride Month, a time to uplift, honor, and celebrate our Black LGBTQIA+ sisters, brothers, trans, queer, and non-binary family. This space is yours. You belong here. We love you. We see you. We stand with you.

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Alex Wild @alexwild.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

Jesus fucking christ someone please do a coup because these assholes are going to get all of us killed.

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NPR @npr.org · 02/06/2025

The list included dozens of cities and counties that DHS said was in noncompliance with federal statutes and had come under intense criticism from some mayors and law enforcement.

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Homeland Security pulls down list of 'sanctuary' cities and counties after backlash

The list included dozens of cities and counties that DHS said was in noncompliance with federal statutes and had come under intense criticism from some mayors and law enforcement.

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BlackAFinSTEM @blackafinstem.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

It’s Day 6 of #BlackBirdersWeek and we’re honoring “Murmurations of Color.” Today, we showcase how Black folks bring dynamic energy, creativity, and cultural richness to birding.

Text Reads: Murmuratios of Color challenges the false notion that nature and conservation are monochromatic spaces. Today, we showcase how Black folks bring dynamic energy, creativity, and culturual richness to birding. We hope that by highlighting the variety of ways birds are present in Black culture, art, and media, we can celebrate our creativity and shift the narratie about who belongs in nature and birding. Murmurations of Color is a testament to the magic that happens when Black creativity and nature come together.

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BlackAFinSTEM @blackafinstem.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Virtual Sensory Workshop w/ Afrofuturism Collective - 2 p.m. ET / 11 a.m. PT This virtual sensory workshop features guest facilitators from the Afrofuturism Collective. Members of the collective will guide participants through a sensory experience inspired by birds. REGISTRATION LINK IN BIO.

Text Reads" Murmurations of Color. A Virtual Sensory Workshop with Afrofuturism Collective. Today, we showcacse how Black folks bring dynamic energy, creativity, and cultural richness to briding. By highlighting the variety of ways birds ae present in Black culture, art, and media, we can celebrate ou creativity and shift the narrative about who belong in nature and birding. Friday, May 30th, 2pm EST.

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BlackAFinSTEM @blackafinstem.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

🐦 Bird of the Day: White-throated Sparrow 🎶 To celebrate Day 5, "Birds, Bonds, & Belonging", we are spotlighting the White-throated Sparrow. With its striking black-and-white crown and namesake bright white throat, this charming sparrow brings both beauty and song to winter landscapes.

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BlackAFinSTEM @blackafinstem.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

This session will feature a discussion with naturalists across the country with experience creating wildlife-friendly spaces in their yards by cultivating native plants, providing water sources, filling bird feeders, and more. #nature #belonging #blacksky #gardens #gardening #birds #birding

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BlackAFinSTEM @blackafinstem.bsky.social · 29/05/2025

What sparrows are showing up in your neighborhood and what are they up to? Tag us in any photos you may have of ANY sparrow, and of course, today's sparrow, the White-Throated Sparrow are great, too. #birds #sparrows #birding #ornithology #scicomm #blacksky #environmentaljustice #outdoors

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BlackAFinSTEM @blackafinstem.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

Today we welcome Day 4 of #BlackBirdersWeek! We claim our “Right to Rest" because peace in nature is not a privilege, but our birthright. Breathe deep, bird freely, and renew your spirit in community. #BlackBirdersWeek2025 #GroundedInCommunity #blackinnature #scicomm #blacksky #sciart #birds

Text Reads: “Right to Rest” challenges the historical and ongoing policing of Black bodies in nature. It asserts that relaxation, observation, and connection with the natural world are not privileges, but fundamental rights. Today, we honor the restorative power of birding as a meditative, healing practice that allows Black communities to reclaim our relationship with the land on our terms. Slowing down is sacred, and in community, we protect its power to renew us.

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JD Monroe (reelsonwheels IG) @jdmonroephoto.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

The bird of the day for #blackbirdersweek is the dark-eyed junco. Check out @blackafinstem.bsky.social for more information regarding events today and the rest of the week! I would also like to ask a favor. If you could, please direct any moderators or hashtags in the comments on the BAFIS account

A black backed bird with a white breast facing left. They are perched on a downed tree trunk. Before then is a darker background while the warm sun shines on their back creating a warmer background behind them.

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Friends Of Midway Atoll (FOMA) @friendsofmidway.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

We’re soliciting creative artwork that captures essence of Kuaihelani (Midway Atoll) to share with FOMA followers, as well as to create merchandise (shirts, hats, stickers, posters, and note cards);revenue will help support conservation, outreach, historical research on behalf of Kuaihelani. #Birds

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Greg Pak @gregpak.net · 28/05/2025

LET'S DO THIS! Don't rank Cuomo AT ALL, friends. Rank five other real Democrats instead.

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BlackAFinSTEM @blackafinstem.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

🐦Bird of the Day: Dark-eyed Junco🐦 To celebrate today's theme, "Right to Rest", we are spotlighting the Dark-eyed Junco. 📸 Have you seen a Dark-eyed Junco? Share your stories or photos. #BirdOfTheDay #DarkEyedJunco #blacksky #scicomm #birds #birding #nature #wildlife #environmentaljustice

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BlackAFinSTEM @blackafinstem.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

Mental Health Virtual Social - 7:30 p.m. ET / 4:30 p.m. PT Calling all Black-identifying birders, nature lovers, and outdoor enthusiasts! Join us for a cozy, affirming virtual hangout where we’ll celebrate community, mental wellness, and our shared love for birds.

Text Reads: Find yoursanctuary in this uplifting space designed for Black birders and nature enthusiasts to connect in joy, solidarity, an healing. Nature is our refuge-not a luxury, but a birthright. Together, we will beathe deep, celebrate our bond with the wild, and honor the restorative power of rest and community. Join Nicole and Jen for a relaxing and fun virtual social! Visit blackafinstem.com to register for this event on Wed, May 28th from 7:30-9pm EST.

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BlackAFinSTEM @blackafinstem.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

Check out @birdnoteradio episode with @grandmasterdara, called "Witnessing Lifers While Honoring a Life Loss". LINK IN BIO.

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BlackAFinSTEM @blackafinstem.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

In honor of #BlackBirdersWeek, Nocs Provisions is giving away a @n_o_c_s binocular bundle everyday this week! Enter to win a pair of Standard Issue Nocs + Woven Tapestry Strap by:  -Click the link in our bio to sign up once daily -Follow @blackafinstem.bsky.social

"Black Biders Week is a week-long series of online and in person events to highlight Black nature enthusiasts and increase the visibilit of Black birders. This year will feature a series of in-person events, including bird walks, educational content, talks, and community panel discussions. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with Black leaders and experts in the birding community, learn about local bird consevation effots, and explore the intersection of birding, Black commnites, Black culture, and environmental justice.

"For #BlackBirdersWeek2025 we are giving away a pair of Nocs + strap bundle everyday this week in celebration with the event organizers and founders of @BlackAFinStem. Link in bio to enter.

Photo shows a pair of orange binoculars with the optics facing upward on a neck strap with a sketch of a bird in the background on the left.

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JD Monroe (reelsonwheels IG) @jdmonroephoto.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

For me, it has always been my brother. While we met in kindergarten, and only share ancestry through our stolen ancestors really, he's family all the same. As very young people still learning to read we would always reread the same animal books in school.

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BlackAFinSTEM @blackafinstem.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

Today we honor Memorial Day and celebrate Day 2 of #BlackBirdersWeek,"Wings of Wisdom". We are amplifying and uplifting Black elders, educators, and emerging leaders who teach us about ecology, bird behavior, and environmental justice.

Text reads: “Wings of Wisdom” builds on being “Grounded in Community” by honoring the intergenerational wisdom, scientific contributions, and lived experiences of Black birders, naturalists, and conservationists. Today, we uplift the stories of our elders, educators, and emerging leaders who guide us in understanding ecology, bird behavior, and environmental justice. “Wings of Wisdom” promotes a culture of learning because when we learn from the past, we can navigate the present with confidence and curiosity, and be free to dream of a better future.

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BlackAFinSTEM @blackafinstem.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

Join us at 6:30 p.m. ET / 3:30 p.m. PT for an Instagram Live discussion on Female Bird Day and Black women leadership in the birding community -Nicole Jackson, Sam DeJarnett , and Indigo Goodson Fields.

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Ryan H. @ryan.blacksky.app · 25/05/2025

Happy #BlackBirdersWeek! Sending love to @blackafinstem.bsky.social for bringing us together again as we #flocktofreedom It's been a rough year for those of us in higher ed and STEM in particular; leaning into the wisdom of the murmuration & hoping it illuminates new flight paths this week🪶

a baltimore oriole leaps sideways off a branch, with wings spread wide enough to show their partial translucence

a yellow warbler signing on a branch in the spring forest before the rain

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JD Monroe (reelsonwheels IG) @jdmonroephoto.bsky.social · 25/05/2025

We on! So glad to be back in with #blackbirdersweek this year. Excited to take you all along for another week celebrating Black Birders. I am a wildlife photographer & advocate for outdoor equality in the intersection of race and disability as a lifelong Black wheelchair user. #blackinnature

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Rosemary Mosco @rosemarymosco.com · 06/05/2025

Boston area folks, I'll be at the venerable Harvard Book Store tomorrow at 7 talking about this book and taking questions. Come say hi www.harvard.com/event/rosema...

A brown-haired woman holding a book called The Birding Dictionary.

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BlackAFinSTEM @blackafinstem.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

We’re seeking panelists who are willing to share their personal and professional experiences in a supportive, solutions-oriented conversation. Your insights will help others in the field navigate similar challenges and advocate for more stable funding and support structures. ⬇️

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BlackAFinSTEM @blackafinstem.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

🗣️CALL FOR #BlackBirdersWeek PANELISTS: Share Your Story Discussion Topic: "When Funding or Jobs Disappear: The Impact of Lost Opportunities in Bird Conservation on Well-Being and Career Advancement" ⬇️

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BlackAFinSTEM @blackafinstem.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

We’re thrilled to see so many folks excited to host events for Black Birders Week! As you plan your gatherings, here’s a quick reminder to help us protect our brand while supporting your efforts: ⬇️

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JD Monroe (reelsonwheels IG) @jdmonroephoto.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

Just saw a small spider with a line of silk out use it to ascend from a concrete rail approx 12ft back into a cedar. This so far, is my highlight wildlife observation of 2025. What's your highlight of the year so far?

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Thierry St-Laurent Dion @tstld.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

Wip of a little kingfisher #art #birds #sciart #nature #traditional

Work in progress of a little kingfisher made with graphite pencils on paper.

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JD Monroe (reelsonwheels IG) @jdmonroephoto.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

So glad to be involved in this necessary work again.

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JD Monroe (reelsonwheels IG) @jdmonroephoto.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

For those unaware, @blackafinstem.bsky.social is on Bluesky now. We just announced our first statements on Black Birder's Week on Insta a few hours ago. Soon come here. Please share, tag in posts, or add them to appropriate corresponding groups here. I'm very happy to be planning with them again.

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JD Monroe (reelsonwheels IG) @jdmonroephoto.bsky.social · 29/03/2025

Ableism in nature: A thread. This seems like an ordinary, if not very boring snapshot of a bridge, but this bridge has gained history and notoriety with me. Most of my life I have not been very risk adverse when it comes to my body, but this bridge makes me very cautious....

An asphalt sidewalk leading to a wooden bridge. There is grass on the sides of the sidewalk and a rich blue sky with wispy clouds.

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Chanda Prescod-Weinstein 🌌 @chanda.blacksky.app · 18/03/2025

What Israel’s leadership sent IDF to do, what IDF commanded its soldiers to do, what IDF soldiers did, what American leadership sanctioned and supplied, it must be named: genocide. Crime against humanity. Affront to humanity. Children bombed the middle of the night for years. Genocide.

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Conscious Lee @theconsciouslee.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

Free Palestine 🍉🍉🍉🍉🍉🍉🍉

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JD Monroe (reelsonwheels IG) @jdmonroephoto.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

There's an independent journalist whose name I can't recall who has been reporting on current affairs recently. I'm still receiving significant pushback on getting reasonable accommodations at work at a federal institution. If you might know of anyone please drop a name or tag in comments.

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🔫Scott Martin🛼 @youcaughtscott.com · 02/03/2025

Love how every single liberal party strategy is “moving right wins elections” then when moving right repeatedly fails to win elections cause they’re running against OPENLY RIGHT-WING PARTIES they just go “Well clearly we didn’t move right enough.” Like even a child could tell you what’s wrong

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JD Monroe (reelsonwheels IG) @jdmonroephoto.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

Feeling a little grumpy. May bite of provoked, so I'm posting my favorite group of animals today with this pygmy rattlesnake, Sistrurus miliarius. But remember, snakes only bite (sometimes) IF provoked. They are not aggressive.

Close up photo of a pygmy rattlesnake with the eye in sharp focus.

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JD Monroe (reelsonwheels IG) @jdmonroephoto.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

Since returning to office I've had migraines daily, and shoulder pain has more than doubled. The lead capable of approving reasonable accommodations to telework kicked it back down requesting more information. I suspect fed leads are intentionally discouraging full time telework but lack evidence.

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Dexter Patterson aka Wisco Birder @wiscobirder.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

Do you work with youth in the Madison or Milwaukee area? Let’s connect! I’d love to collaborate on getting your kids outside this spring and summer. I can help with programming and transportation to explore all the amazing green spaces near us. Let’s make it happen—WE OUTSIDE ALL 2025! 💚

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Imani Gandy @angryblacklady.blacksky.app · 19/02/2025

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