The Reading for Change Book Discussion Gro up will explore Race and Ethnicity Equity and Inclusion (REEI). Through gr oup discussion\, we will expand our knowledge of systemic racism and inter sectional social justice issues\, examining how we uphold these systems of inequality\, and identify steps we can take to combat inequalities. We ho pe to provide an inclusive space to explore meaningful change. This group will spend two or three months discussing one title so that we have time t o unpack the topics in the book and look for ways we can impact change in the community. This book group will meet the last Wednesday of the month a t 1:00. No registration necessary.
\nIn November and December\, we w ill be discussing \;Stamped: Racism\, Antiracism\, and You by Jason Reynolds and Ibram X. Kendi
\nA timely\, crucial\, \;and& nbsp\;empowering exploration of \;racism \;and \;antiracism&nb sp\;in America. The construct of race has always been used to gain \;a nd \;keep power\, to create dynamics that separate \;and \;sil ence. This remarkable reimagining of Dr. Ibram X. Kendi's National Book Aw ard-winning \;Stamped \;from the Beginning reveals the history of racist ideas in America \;and \;inspires hope for an antiracist fu ture. It takes listeners on a race journey from then to now\, shows them w hy they feel how they feel\, \;and \;why the poison of \;racis m \;lingers. It also proves that while racist ideas have always been e asy to fabricate \;and \;distribute\, they can also be discredited . Through a gripping\, fast-paced\, \;and \;energizing narrative\, this audiobook shines a light on the many insidious forms of racist ideas \, \;and \;on ways listeners can identify \;and \;stamp&nb sp\;out racist thoughts in their daily lives
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