STAND AGAINST POLICE BRUTALITY

Ten Thousand Waves has never been an “exclusive” institution. We are dedicated to inclusivity in our hiring practices, our community support, and the universal welcome we offer to all at our beautiful resort. Over the past 39 years this philosophy has guided our growth into a wonderfully diverse and strong family, as well as the successful business we are today.

We are now committing to use our platform as a community leader to take a stand and support the Black Lives Matter movement to oppose systemic racism and police brutality. We refuse to be complicit in violence against our Black communities. We refuse to be silent.

The Waves family will continue to attend protests and marches in Santa Fe; the risk to our individual health is nothing compared to the injustice and loss of life that people of color experience every day. We are also committed to continuing our patronage and support of Black-owned businesses whenever we can – and particularly when we need delicious food, an upgrade in style, or a cold kombucha with a kick.

Some of the incredible Black-owned businesses here in Santa Fe include:

· Jambo

· Revolution Bakery

· Ras Rody’s Jamaican Vegan

· Shake Foundation

· Taco Fundacion

· The Stith Collection

· HoneyMoon Brewery

· Capitol Gymnastics Academy

· Sirius Cycles

· Freezie Fresh

· Good Mood Studio

· Obsidiopolis

We are fortunate to count many of you, who do benefit from a position of privilege in your own lives, as beloved members of our Waves family. We encourage you to stand with us and use your privilege to support the Black-owned businesses in your own community, the Black Lives Matter movement as a whole, and to promote much-needed change through your own actions and support. Here are some ideas we love.

We recognize that doing the right thing is not always easy. But we own these values because they are right and true. Regardless of the implications, we are resolute in our anti-racist beliefs and our stance against police brutality.

Stay strong. No justice, no peace. Do something.