A workshop named “Living the Richmond Pledge to End Racism” is being held at the Unitarian Church, 1000 Blanton Ave. on Sat., July 9, 2016 from 9 to 4 and Sat., July 23, 2016 from 1 to 4. The organizers of this event are Annette Marquis and Anita Lee; they are also the organizers of “Living the Pledge to End Racism”. The event is free, donations accepted.

The goals of this workshop are to:

  • Integrate the Richmond Pledge into our daily lives
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Recognize and challenge systemic racism
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Confront racism and bias in our everyday lives, and
  • Take leadership in ending racism in our community, our culture and our lives.

As part of the workshop participants develop a community of support and an understanding of how to use support in deepening our goal in building a just and equitable, multi-cultural world.

If you are interested in attending this workshop, please email Marcia Dickinson for information on how to apply.