Zayn Malik speaks up
Former One Direction band member Zayn Malik has released a statement, supporting the Black Lives Matter movement.
He's also using his platform to share ways in which is followers can help right now.
Taking to Instagram, Zayn wrote, 'What is happening right now is exactly what happens when you leave a wound untreated and act obliviously in its constant presence.'
'This uprising has escalated due to the racism, ignorance, and arrogance that burdens America and the world.'
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Zayn wrapped up his post, 'I'm deeply saddened by every act of discrimination and can not stay silent.'
He then guided followers to click on the link in his Instagram bio for ways in which they can help right now.
You can donate, sign petitions and educate yourself on the issue.
To learn more about the Black Lives Matter movement and how you can support and educate yourself, click here.
Meanwhile, you can click here to read James Corden's advice on what you can do to support the movement.
