One year after George Floyd's death, calls for justice for the victims of police violence persist

Sarah Al-ArshaniMay 25, 2021, 11:02 IST

People march during an inaugural remembrance demonstration for George Floyd on May 23, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.Brandon Bell/Getty Images

Tuesday marks a year since George Floyd, a black man, was killed by police in Minneapolis.
Ex-police officer Derek Chauvin was found guilty of several charges tied to Floyd's death.
A year after his death, activists and his family say more still needs to be done on racial justice.

George Floyd's family and activists held a rally on Sunday in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to remember him.

A person holds a portrait of George Floyd as people attend a rally outside the Hennepin County Government Center on May 23, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Stephen Maturen/Getty Images

Floyd died on May 25, 2020, after ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin kneeled on his neck for several minutes.

People march in honor of George Floyd on May 23, 2021, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Stephen Maturen/Getty Images

Chauvin has been found guilty of second-degree murder, third-degree murder, and manslaughter.

A woman spreads flower petals as people prepare to march in honor of George Floyd on May 23, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Stephen Maturen/Getty Images

During Sunday's rally, Floyd's family spoke about the loss they still feel.

Rev. Al Sharpton greets Bridgette Floyd, sister of George Floyd, as people attend a rally outside the Hennepin County Government Center on May 23, 2021, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Stephen Maturen/Getty Images

Speakers and activists have said more needs to be done to advance racial justice.

Shareeduh Tate marches with people honoring her cousin, George Floyd, on May 23, 2021, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Stephen Maturen/Getty Images

President Joe Biden is expected to host Floyd's family at the White House on Tuesday to commemorate the first anniversary of his death.

People march during an inaugural remembrance demonstration for George Floyd on May 23, 2021, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Brandon Bell/Getty Images

Lawyer Ben Crump, who represented the Floyd family as well as the families of other Black Americans who were killed by police, also said the fight isn't over.

Attorney Ben Crump (C), speaks alongside Bridgett Floyd (L), and Rev. Al Sharpton during an inaugural remembrance demonstration for George Floyd on May 23, 2021, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Brandon Bell/Getty Images

In a rally in New York City, Floyd's brother Terrence said people need to remember Floyd and all the other Black men and women who have been killed by police, the AP reported.

Daunte Wright's mother Katie Wright marches during an inaugural remembrance demonstration for George Floyd on May 23, 2021, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Brandon Bell/Getty Images

In a rally in New York City, Floyd's brother Terrence said people need to remember Floyd and all the other Black men and women who have been killed by police, the AP reported.

Floyd's family and activists said they want his death to be a catalyst for change.

People march in honor of George Floyd on May 23, 2021, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Stephen Maturen/Getty Images

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One year after George Floyd's death, calls for justice for the victims of police violence persist

George Floyd's family and activists held a rally on Sunday in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to remember him.

Floyd died on May 25, 2020, after ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin kneeled on his neck for several minutes.

Chauvin has been found guilty of second-degree murder, third-degree murder, and manslaughter.

During Sunday's rally, Floyd's family spoke about the loss they still feel.

Speakers and activists have said more needs to be done to advance racial justice.

President Joe Biden is expected to host Floyd's family at the White House on Tuesday to commemorate the first anniversary of his death.

Lawyer Ben Crump, who represented the Floyd family as well as the families of other Black Americans who were killed by police, also said the fight isn't over.

In a rally in New York City, Floyd's brother Terrence said people need to remember Floyd and all the other Black men and women who have been killed by police, the AP reported.

Floyd's family and activists said they want his death to be a catalyst for change.