Black History Month
“We must never forget that Black History is American History. The achievements of African Americans have contributed to our nation’s greatness.” – Yvette Clarke
“Black history isn’t a separate history. This is all of our history, this is American history, and we need to understand that.” – Karyn Parsons
The Power of Allyship: An Interfaith Workshop Series
This five-week course provides entry-level exposure to allyship, which will equip you to take action. The sessions include a 15-25 minute presentation by Jan Wilson, followed by discussion groups. Jan has taught this course to various NAACP branches across the country. This year, their main goal is to focus on educating the religious community.
Tuesdays from January 17-February 14 from 7-8:30 p.m.
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Resources
Each week, we provide resources to help transform ourselves, our church and our community through education, advocacy and action.
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Week 2
Read
about the development of Black History Month and the focus of the 2023 celebration.
Watch
a documentary about work being done in Virginia to recover lost history. This provides a current example of why it is vital to take time to understand the inequities in how history is recorded. If you find this work compelling, Bull Run Regional Park has a similar project. They will have opportunities to serve in warmer weather.
Engage
via a webinar offered by the Library of Congress. Learn about Black barbers and how to access reliable resources that tell the history of black business. Registration is required.
Coming Soon
Share this newsletter with family, friends and neighbors. We invite all to join in this work for racial reconciliation. Our vision is to transform ourselves, our church and our community through education, advocacy and action.