We invite you to join Mediation Services trained Circle Practice Facilitators at Red Horse Center for a Racial Healing Circle. We gather, connect, build relationships and bridge divides. Circle facilitators will use powerful questions and a talking piece to guide the conversation.
Join Us for a Community Breakfast in Celebration of the National Day of Racial Healing
The Douglass Community Association and ISAAC families invite you to a special community breakfast on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM at 1000 W Paterson St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007.
This complimentary event is a welcoming space to recognize and share our common humanity, connect with one another, and reflect on #HowWeHeal as a community.
Through a shared meal, and interactive dialogue led by the leaders of both organizations – we will explore ways to foster understanding, build stronger relationships, and take actionable steps toward collective healing. Together, let’s celebrate the power of connection and the journey toward a more unified and equitable community.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Join volunteer circle practice facilitators from Mediation Services serving Allegan, Barry, and Ottawa counties in Michigan at the Holland Museum for a Racial Healing Circle. This FREE event is part of the Holland Museum Free Adult Cultural Lens Program and registration is required and available via the Facebook event or by emailing director@mediateWMI.org Trained circle facilitators using powerful questions will guide the conversation. We believe we heal when we gather, connect, build relationships and bridge divides.
Hamline University will host a program honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and legacy on Tuesday, Jan. 21 at 4 p.m. in the Anderson Center Forum with remarks from staff, faculty, students and more.
We also recognize Jan. 21 as the 9th Annual National Day of Racial Healing, which was launched in 2017 as a call to action for racial healing for all people. It originated as part of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation’s national Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation efforts.
This year’s MLK program theme, “Revisiting Dr. King’s Iconic Speech: ‘The Other America,’” will be the focus of our event. The program will feature remarks from Acting/Interim President Dr. Kathleen Murray, reflections from our keynote speaker – Hamline alum and St. Paul City Council Member Anika Bowie – a reading of Dr. King’s work by student Jitu Duga, gospel music by Sherri Orr, a traditional African dance performance by AfroContigbo, and the benediction by Chaplain Kelly Figueroa-Ray.
In addition to reflections, readings and live performances, the 2025 Beloved Community Awards will be presented. These awards recognize a student, staff, faculty, alumni and community member whose demonstrated leadership, service and commitment epitomizes the work that must be done by us all to enjoy meaningful lives, relationships and participation in The Beloved Community.
This event is sponsored by the Hedgeman Center for Student Diversity Initiatives and Programs. For more information, please contact the center at hedgemancenter@hamline.edu or (651) 523- 2423. Guests will receive complimentary parking at the Anderson Center Garage, located at 776 Snelling Avenue North, St. Paul, MN 55104.
Madison County SURE- Standing Up for Racial Equity will be hosting a conversation for healing using the conversation guide provided.
Consult on "Letter from a Birmingham Jail", Honoring Local Service, Refreshments, Free
MY GRANDPARENTS' TABLE
Guest presenters will share stories that inspire us to reflect on our own origin stories around culture, family, history, tradition, ancestry, roots, heritage, legacy, resilience, hope, strength, empowerment. Presentations will be followed by a family style meal, special activities and conversation.
Free Event: Please RSVP
Together with The Encouraging Place, Triangle MLK Committee, Raleigh Chamber, Wake County and Wake Together, the YMCA of the Triangle is co-hosting a local interactive gathering, open to the community, for the Kellogg Foundation’s National Day of Racial Healing. The event is sponsored by Wells Fargo.
The event at First Baptist Church is an opportunity to gather people to share dialogue and inspire action for a more equitable and just world.
The morning will feature continental breakfast, a keynote speaker and small group breakout sessions. Doors open and breakfast is available starting at 8 a.m. with the program beginning at 9 a.m.
Join us for an evening to talk about the history of Hopper Academy, Sanford Florida’s historic black school and local landmark, and to consider why knowing our history is an important part of mapping the future of our community. Hear stories from those who once attended Hopper, and learn its rich and challenging history. Intentionally hosted on the National Day of Racial Healing, participants will also have the opportunity to discuss their own experiences with the history of race and civil rights in our country.
This circle will help participants navigate emotions tied to the challenges and transitions we face in the coming year—whether those feelings are of hope, fear, or uncertainty—and offer tools for moving forward. It’s a space to explore how this moment intersects with personal values, community challenges, and hopes for the future.
Through facilitated conversation, embodiment and mindfulness practices, participants can begin to generate connections to heal the wounds of racial trauma. A healing circle offers a chance to be authentic and vulnerable and take collective action for change.