Spirit of Blackness: The Power of Hope
“In the darksome night of despair my eye turns expectant and full of hope to the morn of Thy boundless favor.” —'Abdu'l-Bahá
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Events
Intimate Dialogue on Race: A Model That’s Having an Impact
Van has developed a format for "Intimate Dialogue" between Blacks and Whites over the past five years. Participants must dive into deep reflection of their household, community, education, careers, as they are impacted by "race."
Come and hear Van share history and learnings from this model, and also get the opportunity to participate in a sample practice of this process of "Intimate Dialogue on Race."
Black and Indigenous Led Prayer and Meditation
An uplifting devotional space created and led by Black and Indigenous individuals. The Baha’i Writings proclaim special spiritual designations for each of these unique populations. Through cultural meditative expressions in art and philosophy followed by a united prayer circle, join us in celebration of the vision of the oneness of mankind.
Fireside Chat: Curating a Safe Space for Meaningful and Courageous Conversation
Today's educational system is flawed with racist practices that cripple development for our children.
Dr. Mayo, from her wealth of educational experience, will share innovative ways to rebuild our educational system from the advantage point of the power of diversity.
Eliminating Racism. Connecting Hearts.
Mt. Zion Baptist Church 530 Lystra Road, Chapel Hill, NC, United StatesJoin us as we explore our shared identity together. This is an interfaith setting where we seek to eliminate racism while connecting hearts. We invite you, your presence, and your […]
Spirit of Blackness: Collective Power of Community
“There is no power for change greater than a community discovering what it cares about” — Margaret Wheatley
Deconstructing Anti-Blackness: Celebrating Black Culture
One of the pillars of racism has been persistent attempts, over the past four centuries, to establish the false narrative of white supremacy through the demonizing of blackness. The irony of such a distorted narrative has been the simultaneous appropriation of every aspect of black culture, which lies at the root of virtually every form of American art and expression. Join us as we explore this question: How can we love the expression of a people while denigrating the people themselves?
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Eliminating Racism. Connecting Heart.
Mt. Sinai AME Church 176 Chatham Street, Pittsboro, NC, United StatesJoin us as we explore our shared identity within the two church communities. We seek oneness and are intentional about this work we are doing.
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Spirit of Blackness: The Spiritual Power of Words
Narrative: “In the beginning, there was the word, and the word was with God, and the word is God." Through the word, you express your creative power. It is through the word that you manifest everything. Regardless of what language you speak, your intent manifests through the word.
Sister Power: Bonding that is Reconstructing Society
They Love, Build, Heal, Educate, Protect - Mothers and Wives. What role do the strong bonds of “Sisterhood” play in this process of centering civilization? Photo: - select what you […]
Black and Indigenous Led Prayer and Meditation
An uplifting devotional space created and led by Black and Indigenous individuals. The Baha’i Writings proclaim special spiritual designations for each of these unique populations. Through cultural meditative expressions in art and philosophy followed by a united prayer circle, join us in celebration of the vision of the oneness of mankind.
Fireside Chat Series: Women: The Journey
Strategic change and ideation, concept development, working across sectors and disciplines, the core of the family, education, community- the WOMAN.
Share and walk with Betty on the past journey and what's ahead for 2024.
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