Partners in Racial Justice

'Reflections on the Life of the Spirit' Through the Lens of Racial Justice
2022-11-08 19:30 - 20:30 (America/Halifax)
PRJ is pleased to offer ‘Reflections on the Life of the Spirit’ through the lens of racial justice. This weekly series is the first of a multi-part global curriculum founded on the oneness of mankind. Our special focus is on learning together how we can play our part in the elimination of racism — America’s most vital and challenging issue.
Participants from diverse backgrounds join together in a weekly interactive study group, aimed at increasing capacity and skills that are critical for personal transformation and for contributing to the betterment of our communities.
These powerful sessions introduce personal practices and group exercises exploring the power of prayer, the purpose of our lives, and the relationship of life and death, making clear how we are all connected.
Email drcbullock@partnersinracialjustice.org for more information.

Spirit of Blackness
2022-11-07 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax)
“Whatever Shade, Black is Beautiful”

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. While the space is intended to be focused on a given topic, we recognize that our needs are not always focused, and this space is dynamic to shift to what the group needs for nourishment. This space is intended to be one characterized by honesty, curiosity, and openness.
For more information, please email Sue St. Clair at ksue06@gmail.com.

Oneness Chat Race Amity Welcome Series
2022-11-02 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Halifax)
Topic: “Has the Mass Incarceration of Black Men Become the New Jim Crow?” – Part 1
This engaging series consists initially of nine episodes, each a 90-minute virtual program designed to attract a diverse group of participants. In these spaces we discover new friends who share the common desire to play a part in the elimination of racism. Together, we share our thoughts on racial justice and explore the principle of oneness through the use of the arts and engaging in meaningful conversations.

‘Reflections on the Life of the Spirit’ Through the Lens of Racial Justice
2022-11-01 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Halifax)

L. Gregory Fireside Chat Series
2022-10-28 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Halifax)
“Service: The Duality of the Physical and Spiritual Nature to Rebuild Communities” –
Community and business activists, Windy Cunningham, Stephanie Perry, and Michael Brown provide insights, processes, and personal rewards in bringing about change.
Each episode features inspirational devotionals followed by intimate conversations focused on current social challenges such as racism, gender equity and a variety of other issues that must be addressed before humanity can reach its full potential.
We invite you to join us as we strive together to understand our individual and collective life’s purpose exploring the truth of the oneness of mankind.

Spirit of Blackness
2022-10-24 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Halifax)
“Inherited Gifts and Talents” –
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. While the space is intended to be focused on a given topic, we recognize that our needs are not always focused, and this space is dynamic to shift to what the group needs for nourishment. This space is intended to be one characterized by honesty, curiosity, and openness.
For more information, please email Sue St. Clair at ksue06@gmail.com.

Racial Healing-Justice-Unity Series "Art-Infused Justice"
2022-10-22 19:30 - 21:00, 2022-09-18 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Halifax)
Fatima Laster is a self-taught interdisciplinary visual artist and the owner-operator of 5 Points Art Gallery + Studios. She will share her personal art practice which employs various media and what she considers a hybrid of accessible, or non-traditional fine art materials, coupled with traditional art materials and found objects, aiming to disarm and broaden the reach and understanding surrounding the themes of social, racial, and gender politics embedded within her compositions, inequities in which she also protests and activates the community about.
She will also share how she created the 5 Points Art Gallery + Studios. This mixed-use art space located in the 5 Points neighborhood on the north side of Milwaukee, Wisconsin serves as a space for the increased representation and the collection of local, national, and international contemporary fine and outsider artwork produced by artists of color. It is a hearth for the exploration, collaboration, professional development, and business expansion for artists in the visual, culinary, and other art genres.
This event is hosted by The Racial Healing-Justice-Unity Bahá’í-inspired Online Series.
For more information about the series: RHJU Series Description, contact Cherlynn Stevens at rhrj19@gmail.com with questions and inquiries.

Black and Indigenous Led Prayer Circle and Meditation
2022-10-19 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Halifax)
“In Loving Memory of Kevin Locke” –
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.
We dedicate this episode in loving memory of Kevin Locke, who passed away on October 1st. Kevin Locke (Lakota name: Tȟokéya Inážiŋ meaning “The First to Arise”) was of Dakota descent of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe and Anishinaabe of White Earth. He was a preeminent player of the Native American flute, a traditional storyteller, cultural ambassador, recording artist and educator. He was best-known for his hoop dance, The Hoop of Life.
When asked in 2012 about his mission in life, Locke said, “All of the people have the same impulses, spirits, and goals. Through my music and dance, I want to create a positive awareness of oneness of humanity.”
We share our heartfelt sympathy with Kevin’s wife, Ceylan, daughter Patricia, and his adult children and grandchildren as we mourn our collective loss of this exceptional man.

L. Gregory Fireside Chat Series with special guests Van Gilmer and Bruce Bondy
2022-10-14 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Halifax)
“A Vision of Race Unity – The Birth of An Unlikely Friendship” –
Fireside Chats, hosted by Dr. Charles Bullock and Tangela Stanley, with special guests Van Gilmer and Bruce Bondy. An intimate friendship between a Black man and a White man is having an impact on education, housing, and local government in the North Shore of Chicago. Join us as we explore the Bahá’í Faith, discuss its distinctive constructive approach in pursuit of social justice, and how focusing on race amity and the intentional creation of cross racial relationships can be an effective path toward dismantling racism and helping to establish the oneness of mankind.
This dynamic and interactive space, where the teachings of the Baha’i Faith are shared, provides an effective tool toward connecting hearts and building vibrant communities.
Each episode features inspirational devotionals followed by intimate conversations focused on current social challenges such as racism, gender equity and a variety of other issues that must be addressed before humanity can reach its full potential.
We invite you to join us as we strive together to understand our individual and collective life’s purpose exploring the truth of the oneness of mankind.

Oneness Chat Race Amity Welcome Portal
2022-10-12 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Halifax)
Topic: “Was Jesus a Black Man?” Part 2 –
Join us as Dwayne Rayner, PRJ’s Executive Director, hosts Part 2 of “Was Jesus a Black Man?” The discussion includes how imagery has played a vital role in the way we perceive Blackness in our world today. We invite you to be a part of the conversation!
This engaging series consists initially of nine episodes, each a 90-minute virtual program designed to attract a diverse group of participants. In these spaces we discover new friends who share the common desire to play a part in the elimination of racism. Together, we share our thoughts on racial justice and explore the principle of oneness through the use of the arts and engaging in meaningful conversations.

Spirit of Blackness
2022-10-10 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Halifax)
“The Pupil of the Eye and Qualities of Heart” –
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. While the space is intended to be focused on a given topic, we recognize that our needs are not always focused, and this space is dynamic to shift to what the group needs for nourishment. This space is intended to be one characterized by honesty, curiosity, and openness.
For more information, please email Sue St. Clair at ksue06@gmail.com.

Oneness Chat Race Amity Welcome Portals - "Was Jesus a Black Man?"
2022-09-28 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Halifax)
This engaging series consists initially of nine episodes, each a 90-minute virtual program designed to attract a diverse group of participants. In these spaces we discover new friends who share the common desire to play a part in the elimination of racism. Together, we share our thoughts on racial justice and explore the principle of oneness through the use of the arts and engaging in meaningful conversations.

L. Gregory Fireside Series "The Love Supreme: A Conversation With Masud Olufani"
2022-09-23 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Halifax)
Fireside Chats Hosted by Dr. Charles Bullock and Tangela Stanley with special guest Masud Olufani. Masud Olufani will explore the primal relationship of the Creator to Creation, exemplified in the enduring power of divine revelation, GOD’S unfolding love letter to humanity.
Each episode features inspirational devotionals followed by intimate conversations focused on current social challenges such as racism, gender equity and a variety of other issues that must be addressed before humanity can reach its full potential.
We invite you to join us as we strive together to understand our individual and collective life’s purpose exploring the truth of the oneness of mankind.

Black & Indigenous Led Prayer Circle and Meditations — Going Up Yonder
2022-09-21 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Halifax)
An uplifting devotional space celebrating the vision of the oneness of mankind. This month’s devotional will be dedicated to our dear Martha Elliott.

Spirit of Blackness "Inherited Strengths and Talents"
2022-09-20 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Halifax)
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. While the space is intended to be focused on a given topic, we recognize that our needs are not always focused, and this space is dynamic to shift to what the group needs for nourishment. This space is intended to be one characterized by honesty, curiosity, and openness.
For more information please email Sue StClair at ksue06@gmail.com.

Oneness Chat Race Amity Welcome Portals — "Race Unity - The Importance of Empowering Indigenous People"
2022-09-14 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Halifax)
This engaging series consists initially of nine episodes, each a 90-minute virtual program designed to attract a diverse group of participants. In these spaces we discover new friends who share the common desire to play a part in the elimination of racism. Together, we share our thoughts on racial justice and explore the principle of oneness through the use of the arts and engaging in meaningful conversations.

Join Michael & Roman Orona as they guide this interactive session.

L. Gregory Fireside Series ‘Race Amity and the Pursuit of Social Justice’
2022-09-09 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Halifax)
A Fireside Chat hosted by Dr. Charles Bullock and Tangela Stanley with special guest David Hoffman. Join us as we explore the Bahá’í Faith, discuss its distinctive constructive approach in pursuit of social justice, and how focusing on race amity and the intentional creation of cross racial relationships can be an effective path toward dismantling racism and helping to establish the oneness of mankind.
David Hoffman is PRJ’s founding board member. Partners in Racial Justice (PRJ) is engaged in creative ways and means of bringing all people together in the pursuit of racial justice, healing, and unity.

Spirit of Blackness "Environmental Justice"
2022-09-06 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Halifax)

L. Gregory Fireside Series - The Role of Black and Indigenous People to Reset Community
2022-08-26 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Halifax)
Hosted by Dr. Charles Bullock and Tangela Stanley with special guest Danita Hicks. This dynamic and interactive space, where the teachings of the Baha’i Faith are shared, provides an effective tool toward connecting hearts and building vibrant communities.
Each episode features inspirational devotionals followed by intimate conversations focused on current social challenges such as racism, gender equity and a variety of other issues that must be addressed before humanity can reach its full potential.
We invite you to join us as we strive together to understand our individual and collective life’s purpose exploring the truth of the oneness of mankind.

Oneness Chat Race Amity Welcome Portals - "We Need More"
2022-08-24 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Halifax)
This engaging series consists initially of nine episodes, each a 90-minute virtual program designed to attract a diverse group of participants. In these spaces we discover new friends who share the common desire to play a part in the elimination of racism. Together, we share our thoughts on racial justice and explore the principle of oneness through the use of the arts and engaging in meaningful conversations.

This session will be hosted by Charles Bullock on the theme “Racial Gifts”

Spirit of Blackness
2022-08-22 19:00 - 20:30, 2022-08-08 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Halifax)

L. Gregory Fireside Series - Call Out To & From the Downtrodden with special guest Kevin Locke
2022-08-12 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Halifax)
Hosted by Dr. Charles Bullock and Tangela Stanley with special guest Kevin Locke. This dynamic and interactive space, where the teachings of the Baha’i Faith are shared, provides an effective tool toward connecting hearts and building vibrant communities.
Each episode features inspirational devotionals followed by intimate conversations focused on current social challenges such as racism, gender equity and a variety of other issues that must be addressed before humanity can reach its full potential.
We invite you to join us as we strive together to understand our individual and collective life’s purpose exploring the truth of the oneness of mankind.

Oneness Chat Race Amity Welcome Portals - Racism in America: Our Inheritance & Responsibility
2022-08-10 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Halifax)
This engaging series consists initially of nine episodes, each a 90-minute virtual program designed to attract a diverse group of participants. In these spaces we discover new friends who share the common desire to play a part in the elimination of racism. Together, we share our thoughts on racial justice and explore the principle of oneness through the use of the arts and engaging in meaningful conversations.
For more information email us at info@partnersinracialjustice.org

The Blues Idiom of Abdul-’Baha With Artist and Activist Masud Olufani, Atlanta, GA
2022-07-30 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
Masud Olufani will examine the cultural practices of the African American community associated with the color blue, which is linked to a ‘coolness of being or right moral action’ in West Africa. The conflation of ‘blue’ with the moral imperative to act justly is a dimension of the cultural memory of African Americans, who have referred to the color in music, and art as an attitude of balance and peace of mind in the midst of chaos. This quality, so reflected in the life of Abdu’l Baha, serves as a conceptual basis for the deep connection between Abdu’l Baha and Black people.
Masud is Visiting Artist Fellow, Emory University, Atlanta, GA. 2021-22’ He M is an Atlanta based actor, mixed media artist, and writer whose studio practice is rooted in the discipline of sculpture. He is a graduate of Morehouse College, and The Savannah College of Art and Design where he earned an M.F.A. in sculpture in 2013.
This event is hosted by The Racial Healing-Justice-Unity Bahá’í-inspired Online Series. For more information about the series: RHJU Series contact Cherlynn Stevens at rhrj19@gmail.com.

Oneness Chat Race Amity Welcome Portals
2022-07-27 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Halifax), 2022-07-13 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York)

“Religion: Creating Intentional Spaces for Unity - How Does It Look?”
2022-07-22 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
World unity is not possible without the unreserved acceptance of the oneness of humankind. In 2022, what is the role of religion in this process for personal and community development.
Hear from a panelist of clergy and others, the impact religion can play in addressing current issues of racism, gender equity, and religious biases

Marquice L. Williams and Yusuf Major: “Savannah Artists Impacting Individuals Across Georgia"
2022-04-24 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Halifax)
Marquice L. Williams is best known for his live performances where he infuses spoken word poetry, catchy melodies, and lyrical hip hop. He has performed and facilitated creative sessions focused in spoken word pedagogy for festivals, colleges, educators, religious organizations, arts organizations and more.
Yusuf Major Also known as God Imaj, is an entrepreneur and a recording Hip-Hop /Rap artist and West African Percussion musician. Born and raised in Savannah, Georgia in the tight knit community of Carver Village.
