Injustice In The Hate U Give By Angie Thomas

In “The Hate U Give” by Angie Thomas, The main character, Starr, is forced to confront the reality of racial injustice and police brutality when her childhood friend, Khalil, is Shot and killed by a police officer. This moment of crisis serves as the catalyst for Starr for becoming an activist and advocating changes in her community. Throughout the book, Starr looks at the weight of her own personal trauma and the larger societal issues at play. she feels torn between her loyalty to her communities and her desire to fit in with her privileged, mostly white schoolmates. However, Khalil's death forces Starr to confront the stark contrast between her Two Worlds and the Injustice that exist within them. the novel is set in the fictional neighbourhood of Garden Heights, a predominantly

she also realizes that her own silence and weakness have only caused these injustices. Starr's realization severs as a turning point in the story. She becomes an advocate for Change and uses her voice to speak out against Injustice in her community. Starrs Activism begins with the risk of being all against the Injustice of Khalil's death and the way that police and the media have portrayed him as a criminal rather than a victim. She also becomes involved with the black lives matter movement and rallies her peers, her family and her community in the fight for justice and equality. Through her activism star is able to bring attention to the issue of police brutality and racial Injustice and Inspire others to take action. The book illustrates that a moment of crisis, such as Khalil's death can serve as a catalyst for positive and social change. Shows that even in the face of over it shows that even in the face of overwhelming tragedy and injustice, one can make a difference by using their voice and taking