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Black Expat Stories
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An ethnography & podcast documenting America's Next Great Migration: the #Blaxit. Start watching Black people living their best lives abroad: www.blackexpatstories.com/watch
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November 20, 2024 at 11:20 PM
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Ep. 9: How B Roberson Moved to Mexico, Opened a Food Truck (B's Frito Pollo) & Built a Community
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November 20, 2024 at 11:19 PM
Long story short, I made the move during the pandemic and it was one of the only places with open borders. Landed here, fell in love and stayed.
November 19, 2024 at 4:11 AM
I’d reached my breaking point with all the racial injustice. I wanted to live in a place that celebrated and affirmed my existence instead of despising it.
November 19, 2024 at 4:09 AM
Not from there originally. I’m a Michigan native.
November 19, 2024 at 4:04 AM
Playa Del Carmen, Mexico.
November 18, 2024 at 10:56 PM
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Please comment (or DM me) with your thoughts, questions, and concerns. I will not share any of your personal identifying information, either. Thank you! 8/8 (Fin)
November 18, 2024 at 10:52 PM
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Between now and January 20th, I'm committed to finding answers and practical solutions while we have access to the Biden-Harris Administration.

Your voice matters in this conversation. 7/8 👇🏾
November 18, 2024 at 10:52 PM
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1. For those considering seeking asylum abroad: What specific information or resources would help you navigate this process?

2. For those already abroad or planning to leave: What administrative or legal hurdles are you facing?

3. What emergency preparedness information would be valuable? 6/8 👇🏾
November 18, 2024 at 10:52 PM
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The good news: new streamlined processes are being implemented at the federal level to expedite applications and renewals. Still, I need your input on three critical areas: 5/8👇🏾
November 18, 2024 at 10:52 PM
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I'm actively working to identify pathways and solutions for folks with marginalized identities who may need to seek asylum or relocate.

In our most recent committee meeting, we discussed immediate practical concerns like passport renewal delays. 4/8 👇🏾
November 18, 2024 at 10:52 PM
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Many of you have expressed concerns about potentially needing to leave the US in the face of what could be an increasingly oppressive environment.

I hear you. 3/8 👇🏾
November 18, 2024 at 10:52 PM
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While this work has been meaningful, the transition into a new administration raises questions about the committee's future role and function.

More urgently, it highlights our need to prepare. 2/8 👇🏾
November 18, 2024 at 10:52 PM
Let’s do it! Where are you based?
November 18, 2024 at 10:44 PM
Such a great book!
November 17, 2024 at 3:55 PM
Good idea!
November 16, 2024 at 2:19 AM
2/ who discuss the same things but haven’t had much luck finding many of them. I think they’re making their way over here. Do you know any other accounts that could be added to this “starter pack?” Thanks for your help and I look forward to staying connected. Where are you based?
November 15, 2024 at 6:45 PM
Hi Lisa! It’s great to meet you. My name is Courtney, the creator of Black Expat Stories. I left the U.S. in 2021 and moved to Mexico. Sounds like we are on the same mission! I’d love to create a “starter pack” here with some key Blaxit-related accts to follow. I’ve been searching for others 1/
November 15, 2024 at 6:45 PM
Ahhh…the good old days! It’s such a breath of fresh air.
November 15, 2024 at 5:35 AM