Courageous Conversations: Systemic Racism

Event Information

When

Thursday, September 5
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
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Ages

Age 18+

Join us online for an open, respectful conversation about systemic racism. We’ll explore the concepts of privilege and how racism helps create and maintain the wealth and employment gap. People with all viewpoints and experiences are encouraged to participate.

All backgrounds and viewpoints are welcome in the discussion. There are no required readings for this month, although we will provide some optional articles to read.

 

Be Prepared

There is no required reading this month. These articles are optional.

• Black Wealth is Increasing, but so is the Racial Wealth Gap by Andre M. Perry, Hannah Stephens, and Manann Donoghoe
• Wealth Gaps Across Racial and Ethnic Groups by Rakesh Kochhar and Mohamad Moslimani
• The Black unemployment rate is consistently twice that of white workers. Here’s why by Max Zahn
• State Unemployment by Race and Ethnicity by the Economic Policy Institute
• Unemployment rate in the United States in 2023 by ethnicity

 

What are Courageous Conversations?

Courageous Conversations is a small-group discussion series that will provide an opportunity for people of all backgrounds and viewpoints to discuss important local, cultural, social, and political issues in a safe environment where differing opinions, patient listening, and respectful discussion are welcomed as a necessary part of building connection with others and identifying shared values. Participants may be asked to read short articles, books, or listen to podcasts prior to the meetings and will be asked to abide by our shared discussion guidelines.

Library staff will facilitate the conversations and ensure that all participants have the opportunity to share in the discussion.

The event is in person and attendance space is limited; please remember to register.

 

More Conversations

Check out the Courageous Conversations page for a complete list of upcoming and past conversation topics!

All Conversations

 

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