FACE Response to the Ta'leef Collective Statement Regarding Usama Canon
FACE Official Statement
While we applaud Ta’leef Collective’s statement and corrective actions regarding allegations against Usama Canon, they do not meet the standards of transparency we should aspire to, or that our communities are entitled to. In order to create a culture shift, we need to center survivor voices and experiences, with no room made for ambiguity. We recognize the challenges presented by Usama Canon’s deteriorating health; however that does not absolve them of their accountability to their communities, especially those members who have been directly harmed by their founder.For guidance on how to cope with this as an individual or in community we recommend the following resources: