Los Angeles
“Woke means to be aware, to be informed, to have historical information. It’s very important because anytime history is not known, it can be repeated.”
Belflower
“Woke is indicative of a person who is aware of the social constructs that keep us bound and is aware of the disparities.”
Pasadena
“Being conscious of community, surroundings and what’s important. Being fully aware of what benefits our community and moving that forward.
Los Angeles
“To have a dialogue with people who don’t agree with us and exchange ideas and see where the commonalities are and … to stand up against injustices.”
Compiled by Cynthia Gibson at L.A. Live.
