Remembering George Floyd: We are the Stewards of His Story

Say Something Real

By Michelle Bryant

Michelle Bryant

It has now been five years since the murder of George Floyd on May 25, 2020, a tragedy that became a catalyst for urgent conversations and action on race, justice, and equality in the United States and across the globe. The haunting image of Floyd’s final moments, with officer Derek Chauvin’s knee pressed to his neck, galvanized millions into the streets, sparking a movement that demanded change in policing, racial equity, and the fabric of American society.

In the wake of Floyd’s death, there was an intense resolve to do better. Corporations, schools, and governments pledged to address systemic inequality and build more inclusive organizations. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) have become watchwords, and initiatives have spro