A documentary screening event featuring "Cracking the Codes: The System of Racial Inequity," thoughtfully crafted by World Trust. This documentary adeptly navigates the intricate terrain of racial equity, providing a nuanced exploration of the challenges and intricacies surrounding this critical issue. Our initiative aligns seamlessly with the broader context of National Racial Healing Day, reflecting our commitment to fostering profound discussions and deeper understanding within our community. As we prepare for this event, our goal is to contribute to a comprehensive and enlightening dialogue that resonates with the spirit of unity and shared learning.
Embark on a journey of awareness and unity at our Educational Tabling & Pledge event on Tuesday, 01/16. Immerse yourself in the experience of taking the pledge, available both in person at the tabling location and online. Share your commitment to racial healing using the #HowWeHeal hashtag.
National Day of Collective Healing with Civil Rights Poet Nikki Giovanni Join us on Tue Jan 23 2024 at 12:00 PM CST for a transformative event featuring the renowned civil rights poet, Nikki Giovanni. This in-person and online gathering will take place at the McAllister Auditorium at San Antonio College. Immerse yourself in an afternoon of powerful spoken word poetry and thought-provoking discussions as Nikki Giovanni shares her experiences and insights on civil rights, social justice, and the power of healing through words. As an influential figure in the civil rights movement, Nikki Giovanni has been a voice of inspiration and change for decades. Tickets are available for in person and registration is available for online viewing.
The National Day of Racial Healing takes place during Agnes Scott College's Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King Commemorative Week of Human Rights and Social Justice. To honor both commemorations, we are hosting Dr. Durryle Brooks as our keynote speaker to speak to our community about Operationalizing Love. Dr. Brooks is an interdisciplinary researcher and scholar-practitioner as well as the founder and CEO of Love and Justice Consulting. During his keynote speech, Dr. Brooks will center Black liberation theology and Black feminist thought as he guides community members through an interrogation of Westernized constructions of love, an analysis of how every day notions of love operate as tools of oppression, and mapping out how to hold each other with loving accountability.
NATIONAL DAY OF RACIAL HEALING
Circle Conversation
Donahoo Lounge, Maxwell Student Union • 3 – 4:15 p.m.
NATIONAL DAY OF RACIAL HEALING
“Open Mic Read Out”, Reading of Dr. King's writing
GCSU Front Campus • 1 – 3 p.m.
Are you looking for ways to strengthen and deepen your relationships? Would you like to enhance your communication skills and promote successful outcomes in diverse settings? Join our transformative workshop, where you'll learn VISIONS Guidelines for Effective Cross-Cultural Dialogue.
Develop practical communication skills that you can apply every day, both at work and in your personal life.
Strengthen your ability to communicate with people from different backgrounds, identities, and experiences.
Cultivate the ability to navigate disagreements constructively, including conflicts arising from cultural differences.
Foster a culture of inclusivity and respect within your organization.
Earn continuing education credit as you further your professional development.
VISIONS has been teaching these guidelines to individuals, groups, and organizations for over 40 years. They have been instrumental in transforming organizations into inclusive, welcoming environments and are also powerful skills for cultivating rich, enduring relationships between individuals.
Workshop Details:
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Time: 4-5:15 pm ET / 1-2:15 pm PT
Duration: 1 hour and 15 minutes
Cost: Pay what you can, min $20 for CE credit
This workshop will be led by experienced VISIONS consultants, who have been supporting individuals, organizations, and groups work effectively across difference for nearly 40 years.
Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your cross-cultural communication skills and promote unity in diversity. Join us in this engaging and practical workshop to navigate differences with grace and foster a more inclusive world.
The Be the Bridge Leadership Summit is a series of Be the Bridge gatherings with Latasha Morrison, the BTB team, and other justice leaders to start off the year with intention to equip, encourage, and activate the community with information and resources to continue the work of biblical racial justice.
There are four events available for the community to attend:
Thursday, January 11th – Training Day, 9am-2pm – Experience training surrounding racial justice and restorative justice with racial justice leaders and the Be the Bridge team.
Friday, January 12th – Summit Day 1, 9am-5pm – Come for contemplative prayer, worship, breakout sessions with the Be the Bridge team and others, and main sessions with Dr. Terence Lester and Darryl Ford.
Friday, January 12th – Discussions & Desserts, 7pm-9pm – We are hosting a Discussions & Desserts for all – adults, college students, high school students, whether you’re attending other Summit events or not! Please join us for an evening of deep and healing conversations open to the community.
Saturday, January 13th – Summit Day 2, 9am – Come for contemplative prayer, worship, breakout sessions with Be the Bridge team and others, and main sessions with Latasha Morrison, Dr. Will Gravely, Eloise Sepeda, and BTB Group Leaders.
Join us to grow as servants, leaders, and builders together! All the information, including registration links, can be found at: https://bethebridge.com/summit/
On Sunday, January 14, the Austin Justice Coalition will host a free community event in recognition of the National Day of Racial Healing. Co-sponsored by the Hogg Foundation, the event will place a spotlight on the profound connection between race, racism, and mental health by fostering engagement and facilitating healing activities.
Together with The Encouraging Place and the Triangle MLK Committee, the YMCA of the Triangle will co-host a local interactive conference, open to the community, for the Kellogg Foundation’s National Day of Racial Healing. The event at First Baptist Church is an opportunity to bring all people together in their common humanity and inspire collective action to create a more just and equitable world. The morning will feature continental breakfast, speakers and small group breakout sessions.