The migrants built networks of support and solidarity from "summary" of The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson
The migrants, fleeing the South in search of a better life, found themselves in unfamiliar territory in the North and West. They faced discrimination, isolation, and economic hardship. However, they did not face these challenges alone. They sought out others who had made the journey before them, forming networks of support and solidarity.
These networks were crucial for their survival in their new surroundings. They shared information about job opportunities, housing options, and places where they would be welcomed. They provided emotional support, understanding the struggles and sacrifices that each had made to escape the Jim Crow South. They celebrated each other's successes and commiserated in times of difficulty.
Through these networks, the migrants created a sense of community and belonging in their new homes. They built relationships that transcended race, class, and background. They helped each other navigate the complexities of life in the North and West, offering advice and assistance whenever needed.
In times of crisis, these networks proved to be lifelines for the migrants. Whether facing discrimination in the workplace, eviction from their homes, or illness without access to healthcare, they knew they could rely on their fellow migrants for support. They banded together to fight for their rights and advocate for better treatment.
These networks of support and solidarity became the foundation upon which the migrants built their new lives. They provided a sense of security and belonging in a world that was often hostile and unwelcoming. And though they faced numerous challenges and obstacles along the way, they knew that they were not alone in their struggles. They had each other, bound together by their shared experiences and their common journey to freedom.
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