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Come together with Chaplain Ron Pettigrew from the WIU Veteran’s Resource Center, people from the Macomb Community, WIU students, faculty, and staff as we talk about how to heal from events happening in the world, our nation, our state, and our community.

Join us as Dr. Guiyou Huang, PhD, President of Western Illinois University and Michael J. Inman, Mayor of Macomb present proclamations commemorating the National Day of Racial Healing.

Discover the Power of Change: Meet Our Inspiring Apprentices, Celebrate the Lives of Walt Ratterman and Bjoern Seipel.

You are invited to a Zoom meeting, broadcast LIVE from Cap-Haitien Haiti
Martin Luther King Day. Jan 15, 2024 12:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Learn why 2024 is going to be a pivotal year in bringing solar energy to Haiti and how you can be part it.

Join us in celebrating the remarkable journey of our young apprentices, who have risen from a life without electricity to become pioneers of change in Haiti. Witness firsthand how they are revolutionizing their communities, one solar installation at a time. From bringing light to schools to powering lifesaving equipment in clinics and hospitals, these young visionaries are not just installing solar energy systems – they are igniting hope and transformation.

Innovating for a Brighter Future: Our Solar Energy Initiatives

Explore the groundbreaking approaches Brighten Haiti is employing to bring solar energy to educational institutions and organizations across Haiti. Discover how we are making solar energy accessible at a fraction of traditional off-grid costs, through innovative strategies and sustainable practices. This is your opportunity to learn about the powerful impact of our Solar4Schools and Solar ReUSE programs, and how they are shaping a more sustainable and resilient future.

Celebrating a Legacy of Light: Dedication Ceremony

We are honored to dedicate our new Training Center to the memories of the late Walt Ratterman and Dr. Bjoern Seipel, whose visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to renewable energy and education have been the cornerstone of our mission. Join us as we pay tribute to their legacy and draw inspiration from their lives to fuel our ongoing journey towards a brighter, solar-powered Haiti.

Be Part of Our Virtual Grand Opening

This event is more than a celebration – it's a convergence of minds, hearts, and visions for a sustainable future. Engage with our apprentices, learn about our innovative solar initiatives, and witness the dedication of a center that stands as a beacon of learning and progress. We look forward to welcoming you to this milestone event in Brighten Haiti's journey. Together, let's celebrate the power of solar energy and the indomitable spirit of those who harness it for the betterment of their communities.

Join Coming Together Virginia for an evening of soul-stirring music, poetry and canvas art in observance of the National Day of Racial Healing, inspired by the life of Rev Dr Martin Luther King, Jr. From the Classics to Motown, experience creative collaborative energy, coming together with a message of hope, inclusion and healing. There will also be an Art Auction featuring the work of local artists. Come away with some ideas of how to make a difference in our community, beginning with you! Featured performers include Naima Burrs – Music Director of PSO & violin, Lisa Edwards-Burrs – soprano, James "Saxsmo" Gates – saxophone, Weldon Hill – piano, and members of the Petersburg Symphony Orchestra – strings and woodwinds.

Proceeds to benefit CT-VA's vision of a racially healed world of thriving, equitable and just communities in Richmond and beyond! Coming Together Virginia is a local group of the national organization, Coming to the Table.

Truth and Racial Healing in Cincinnati: The State of the Region
Free and Open to the Public
Co-hosted by Center for Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation – University of Cincinnati & All-In Cincinnati
Featuring:
Refreshments and Networking
Opening Remarks: Truth and Racial Healing in Cincinnati, By the Numbers
Moderated Panel Discussion: Racial Healing in Cincinnati: Progress and Opportunities
Cincinnati Responds: A Call to Action
Live Music, Art, and Dance Performances
and More

Join us for an impactful in-person event focused on healing racial divisions within Louisiana's health systems. This community conversation, held as part of the National Day of Racial Healing and in partnership with and Humana Healthy Horizons Louisiana, aims to foster understanding and promote positive change. Come together with fellow Louisianans to discuss and explore strategies for a more inclusive and equitable healthcare system. Let's work towards healing and unity. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation!

The excitement for the MLK Collaboration between the Excellence Sound Academy Youth Summit and the Madison Boys and Girls Club is evident, particularly as we get closer to the MLK WEEKEND OF "I Have a Dream."

our event is a convening of the anti-racist organizations in West Tennessee . After presentations the groups will share their experiences . free registration and more details at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/776361186207?aff=oddtdtcreator

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.