Joyce King, wife of south end activist Mel King recently gave a speech after receiving an award for her community activism. She spoke about what what true community activism means to her. She said that activism isn't always about attending rallys and protests. It isn't always about advocacy and politics--though important and necessary at times. Joyce argued that a true community activist is someone who smiles at a stranger in the grocery store. Community activists say hello to people on the street, bring coffee to neighbors, wish people a good day, and even wear nametags from time to time:). In essence, according to Joyce, community activists are defined as activists because they are proactive about building and creating community, in a world that has become comfortable in its isolation and lack of connection from each other. So, thank you, to all the nametag wearing community activists, who helped build and create community on sunday. It is truly inspiring. emily