FUNKY BROWN CHICK, Inc. will close our doors on April 18th for Good Friday, as our firm observes both US and Portuguese holidays as part of our global perspective—and Portugal is closed on Good Friday. We take pride in respecting and honoring the beliefs of others and recognizing the value of cultural traditions in shaping individual identities.

Germans call it “Karfreitag” (Sorrowful Friday). The English “good” likely comes from an obsolete meaning: “holy.” The historical English name—”Long Friday”—captures the day’s weight.

While Christians observe Good Friday through the lens of resurrection hope, its lessons extend beyond any single tradition. The day invites all of us to recognize how systems of oppression impact so many communities! And it invites us all to commit ourselves to transforming that reality.

Today, we have unprecedented opportunities for collective action toward human rights. Digital tools allow us to document abuses that once remained hidden. We have opportunities to mobilize global solidarity movements. We get to imagine (and act on) new possibilities for justice. The crucifixions of today—whether literal or metaphorical—are increasingly difficult to hide and increasingly met with organized resistance.

Your Call to Action

As we step away from our desks this Good Friday, we invite you to join us in reflection and renewal:

1. Rest Deliberately: Take time to recharge—whether through religious observance, quiet reflection, or joyful connection with loved ones. Revolution requires sustainability.
2. Recognize Injustice: Notice where today’s power structures “crucify” various communities through policy violence, economic exploitation, or social injustice.
3. Rise in Solidarity: Choose one concrete action that supports communities facing these modern crucifixions—whether through donation, advocacy, or showing up in person.

While our team observes this day of reflection, we remain committed to creating a more just world through our work in data analytics, digital strategy, voter engagement, fundraising, and narrative change. We’ll return on Monday, April 21st, ready to continue partnering with you to transform data into action and stories into change.

Drop us a line at smile@funkybrownchick.com or give us a call at +1 (202) 643-3492 once we’re back. Because creating a world beyond crucifixion requires all of us.