Yuri Kochiyama "Consciousness is Power" Eco Tote Bag

"Consciousness is power. Tomorrow's world is yours to build."—Yuri Kochiyama

One of the most remarkable stories of the Civil Rights movement is that of Japanese American activist Yuri Kochiyama. From befriending Malcolm X (and famously cradling him in her arms as he drew his last breath, captured in one of the most iconic photographs of the era) to a lifetime of advocacy for the liberation and empowerment of Black Americans, Asian Americans, and Puerto Ricans, to activism for nuclear disarmament, the dismantling of the carceral system, and demanding reparations for Japanese American WWII detainees and their children, she was one of the most stunning foremothers we've encountered!

Give her your respect and show up for sisterhood and solidarity in this soft organic cotton t with an important message. While you are at it: say goodbye to plastic, and bag your goodies in this organic cotton tote. There’s more than enough room for groceries, books, and anything in between.

• 100% certified organic cotton 3/1 twill
• Fabric weight: 8 oz/yd² (272 g/m²)
• Dimensions: 16″ × 14 ½″ × 5″ (40.6 cm × 35.6 cm × 12.7 cm)
• Weight limit: 30 lbs (13.6 kg)
• 1″ (2.5 cm) wide dual straps, 24.5″ (62.2 cm) length
• Open main compartment
• Blank product components sourced from Vietnam

This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!