Confronting Anti-Black Racism

Let's explore concrete ways that we — individually and collectively — can acknowledge and dismantle our roles in the perpetuation of racist attitudes and actions.

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Tuesday, July 7, 2020
7 PM – 8:30 PM, Live online

Anti-Black racism persists across social, economic, political, legal, and institutional structures in our society. The purpose of this dialogue is to explore concrete ways that people — individually and collectively — can acknowledge and dismantle their roles in the perpetuation of racist attitudes and actions. We will explore how silence, privilege, microaggressions, and unconscious bias continue to enable anti-Black racism in our institutions and communities. The UN International Decade for People of African Descent (observed 2015-2024) will also be acknowledged.

Panelists: Colette Chapman, Nyabuoy Gatbel, Leroy Hibbert, Arielle Kayabaga, and Malvin Wright
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Facilitators: Dr. Melanie-Anne Atkins and Dobijoki Emanuela
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Remaining City Symposium Series Schedule

Monday, September 14, 2020, 7:00PM [NEW DATE]
Aeolian Hall / Or online (pending COVID-19 restrictions)
No Poverty

Monday, November 16, 2020, 7:00PM
Central Library
Wolf Performance Hall / Or online (pending COVID-19 restrictions)
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