This entry level Anti-racism training is provided by our Mid-America Regional Pro-Reconciliation/Anti-Racism team. The schedule includes speakers, video, interactive experiences and conversation. Attendees will learn to:
Name and understand key terms/concepts related to racism
Describe current and historic examples of institutional racism, white privilege, civil and human rights in the U.S.
Explore and articulate biblical foundations for justice ministry
Engage in informed dialogue about current issues of racism and work toward reconciliation in the U.S. and in local communities
Begin to develop personal and community-based “Next Steps” to address systemic racism in participants’ own communities.
The $50 fee includes lunch and all distributed materials.
Plan to arrive and check in by 8:45am so training can begin promptly at 9:00.
Check-in opens at 8:15am.
Learn more about Mid-America Pro-Reconciliation/Anti-Racism.
Learn more about Disciples Reconciliation Ministry.