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This session, the first in a four-part series, will focus on discussing race relations in the US and local communities, in regards to education, laws and policies, employment, and relationships.
Session One Information:
-This session will establish a protocol for all the discussions that is respectful and yet challenging. Participants will have an opportunity to share their thoughts and feelings about the current situations occurring across the nation and begin to consider ways in which sustainable change may occur for healthier communities. Information and resources on the history of race relations in the U.S. and local community as well as information on ethnic, cultural identity development, and a pre-survey will be provided.
Participants are asked to register. On the day of the event, they will receive an email with information on how to join us via Zoom.
You may attend one, a few, or all sessions.
Series Information:
Join the Muskingum County Library System, Nelson T. Gant Foundation, the United Way of Muskingum, Perry and Morgan Counties, and The Muskingum County Community Foundation for a community conversation on race. Starting on Thursday July 23 and continuing for the next three Thursday evenings, these interactive sessions will create a space to allow for dialogue and discussion to help our community understand the issues around race relations in the United States and here at home. The goal of the sessions is to create an atmosphere of respect and comfort while asking attendees to challenge the way they think about the world we live in. Each week will feature speakers in education, law enforcement, social needs, and inadequacies in our community due to the COVID-19 pandemic as well as offer break out rooms for more in-depth discussion. The sessions will be free and open to the public via Zoom.
Other Sessions:
Helpful Resources:
We have compiled a list of resources to help those who want to read more about anti-racism, building strong conversations, and more. Click here to see a collection of resources from MCLS, local organizations, and beyond.
