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. T...
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