BLMs

BLMs is an acronym that can refer to several entities. The two most common meanings are Black Lives Matter, a global movement and network advocating for racial justice and an end to violence against Black people, and the Bureau of Land Management, a U.S. federal agency that administers public lands and natural resources. The plural form BLMs is sometimes used to refer to multiple local chapters of Black Lives Matter or to the various offices and field staff of the Bureau.

Black Lives Matter originated in 2013, founded by Alicia Garza, Patrisse Cullors, and Opal Tometi after the acquittal in the George Zimmerman trial related to the death of Trayvon Martin. The movement emphasizes Black dignity, justice reform, and an end to systemic racism. It operates as a decentralized network of local chapters, non-profit organizations, and campaigns. Activities include protests, policy advocacy, community organizing, education, and mutual aid. Its profile rose amid the 2020 protests following the murder of George Floyd, intensifying public discussion of policing, criminal justice, and anti-racism. The movement has received broad support as well as criticism regarding strategy, leadership, and impact, reflecting a wide range of political viewpoints.

The Bureau of Land Management is a federal agency within the United States Department of the Interior. Created in 1946 from the merger of the General Land Office and the U.S. Grazing Service, it administers about 247 million acres of public lands, primarily in 12 Western states, for multiple uses including recreation, grazing, energy development, mining, and conservation. The BLM issues permits and rights-of-way, manages resources and cultural sites, oversees fire and wildlife programs, and maintains land and resource data through its network of field offices.

Context usually clarifies which BLM or BLMs is being discussed, as the acronym spans distinct domains.