'I want to thank all of the amazing people that took the time to speak to us directly'
, Black Lives Matter co-founder Alicia Garza, activist Ruby Bridges, and former Georgia gubernatorial nominee Stacey Abrams.
"It’s not lost on me how fortunate I am to have this platform and appreciate you all for taking the time to watch, listen and take in the powerful messages and information we’ve been provided over the last two weeks by some of the most inspiring people I’ve come across in my life," Gomez wrote."If you missed any of these incredible IG stories they are all saved in my Story Highlights under #BLM and #BLM2.
Gomez also took time to recognize Friday's Juneteenth holiday and asked fans to"take the day to have conversations with your family and friends about the importance of Black Lives Matter and how we all need to join together to ensure equality and justice."
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