Hi everyone,

We’re really excited to announce that Aella (@Aella_Girl) has stepped up and offered to match donations – up to $600 – toward the security fee we are required to pay to Ryerson University to allow the Karen Straughan event to proceed. Please help us complete our fundraising goal by donating here

I’m matching donations for ‘security fee’ to allow Karen Straughan (@girlwriteswhat) to speak! http://t.co/t7DHmQLStv http://t.co/aqDBQp4ja2

— Aella (@Aella_Girl) February 4, 2014

Here is someone who appreciates the fundamental right to freedom of speech and is willing to put her financial resources to guarantee it. Thank you for showing us that commitment and dedication will defeat the forces of hate,  intimidation and censorship!