Spirit of Blackness: Whatever Shade; Black is Beautiful.

Colorism is a practice of discrimination by which those with lighter skin are treated more favorably than those with darker skin. Colorism often happens within the Black community and is a practice of internalized racism. If you are of African descent and have not registered before, please register by emailing suestclair@partnersinracialjustice.org to receive a Zoom […]

Spirit of Blackness: How do we be our authentic self

Do you ever feel as if you're wearing a mask? Instead of being yourself, you're playing a role to fit in or impress others. Instead of behaving genuinely, we tell people what we think they want to hear and act in ways that go against our true nature. In short, we're living inauthentically. If you […]

Spirit of Blackness: Moving from Mistrust to Trust

The ability to practice trust in relation to others, especially in relation to white people, is very difficult for black people. But can we find ways to build this spiritual virtue within us? Let's talk.

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Spirit of Blackness: Food Insecurity and Poor Health

The impact of food insecurity is far-reaching and can have serious physical, mental, and social consequences for individuals and their families, with Black households in the U.S. experiencing food insecurity at three times the rate of white households. What is the root cause, and what can we do about it? If you are of African […]

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Moving from Mistrust to Trust: What will it take?

Time: 6 pm CT/7 pm ET The ability to practice trust in relations with others, especially with white people, is very difficult for black people. But can we find ways to build this spiritual virtue within us? Let's talk. If you are of African descent and have not registered before, please register by emailing suestclair@partnersinracialjustice.org […]

HOPE: A force for healing and progress

Join us for a unique and inspiring Spirit of Blackness program on 'Hope: A Force for Healing and Progress. In times of difficulty, hope can be a lifeline-not just for ourselves, but for those around us. Together, we'll explore hope's role in resilience and our responsibility to "bring hope to the hopeless." Presenter: Barbara Talley […]

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Spirit of Blackness – Finding Inner Peace in Troubled Times 

Spirit of Blackness is a virtual space where Black folks come together to connect, deepen, and explore questions that pertain to our spiritual experience as Black people. In each event, we explore a question together through words, art, and music. This space is intended to be one characterized by honesty, curiosity, and openness.

Spirit of Blackness: Sankofa: We Are Because They Were

Spirit of Blackness is a virtual space where Black folks come together to connect, deepen, and explore questions that pertain to our spiritual experience as Black people. In each event, we explore a question together through words, art, and music. This space is intended to be one characterized by honesty, curiosity, and openness.

Spirit of Blackness: Finding Joy During Difficult Times

Spirit of Blackness is a virtual space where Black folks come together to connect, deepen, and explore questions that pertain to our spiritual experience as Black people. In each event, we explore a question together through words, art, and music. This space is intended to be one characterized by honesty, curiosity, and openness.

Spirit of Blackness: The Hidden Legacy

Spirit of Blackness is a virtual space where Black folks come together to connect, deepen, and explore questions that pertain to our spiritual experience as Black people. In each event, we explore a question together through words, art, and music. This space is intended to be one characterized by honesty, curiosity, and openness.