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Dear John,

As we honor Black August [[link removed]]
—a month dedicated to remembering Black resistance, resilience, and the
ongoing struggle for liberation—there's never been a more critical time
to engage in deeper conversations about racial equity and justice.

This year also marks the 10-year anniversary of the Ferguson uprisings
following the murder of Michael Brown Jr. [[link removed]]
Over the past decade, St. Louis and other communities across the U.S.
have faced profound challenges, highlighting the urgent need for
understanding systemic racism and collective action towards equity.

At Race Forward, we recognize that achieving racial equity isn't merely
a destination but a journey that demands continual education, dialogue,
and work. St. Louis exemplifies this journey, from its beginnings on the
ancestral lands of the Illini Confederacy to its pivotal role in the
Movement for Black Lives. This city is emblematic of America's path
toward racial justice.

The Gateway to Racial Equity Starts Here.

We're partnering with local organizers in St. Louis to host our Facing
Race [[link removed]] conference in November.
In the lead-up to that, we are thrilled to announce the in-person return
of our Building Racial Equity Foundations training in St. Louis on October 17.

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Our training will explore the history of systemic racism in St. Louis,
unpack its impact on the community, and offer a platform for
participants to discuss local issues. We'll introduce essential concepts
and tools for racial equity work, connecting historical contexts with
current realities to empower participants as agents of change in their
communities and organizations.

This training is more than an event; it's a call to action. It's a
chance to honor our past, confront our present, and build a future where
justice and equity are not just aspirations but realities.

Join us in St. Louis and use this special code for 20% off to celebrate
our return to in-person training.

Code: BRESTL

Register Today!
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Can't be there in person? Join us online.

Our Racial Equity Training Series is thoughtfully crafted to empower
individuals and organizations with the tools, knowledge, and skills
necessary to foster inclusive environments and drive meaningful change
for racial justice:

Building Racial Equity (BRE)* — Virtual: September 4 and 10, and October
15

Building Racial Equity is the first and "foundational" training of Race
Forward's Racial Equity Training Series. In this session, participants
will build on and strengthen racial equity practices for themselves,
their organizations, and their networks. This training will introduce
participants to concepts, frames, and tools essential to a productive
racial equity practice.

*Completing the Building Racial Equity (BRE) training or the GRE
training is a prerequisite for attending this training.

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Register for Oct 15! [[link removed]]

Governing for Racial Equity (GRE)* — Virtual: September 24, and December
18

Governing for Racial Equity is a foundational training that provides an
introduction to the role, responsibilities, and opportunities for
government to advance racial equity. Tailored specifically for
government employees, the training focuses on normalizing racial equity
as a core value. Participants will briefly explore the history of race,
racism, implicit and explicit bias, and how all of these factors impact
the public sector.

*Completing the Building Racial Equity (BRE) training or the GRE
training is a prerequisite for attending this training.

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Decision-Making for Racial Equity (DRE) — Virtual: September 12, and
October 17

The Decision-Making for Racial Equity training provides a framework for
disrupting dominant forms of decision-making that can perpetuate racial
bias. Using Race Forward's Racial Equity Decision-Making Tool (DRE
Tool), participants will learn how to build an organization-wide racial
equity decision-making practice and culture that centers on racially
equitable impact.

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Facilitating Racial Equity (FRE) — Virtual: September 16-17, and
December 16-17

The Facilitating Racial Equity training gives a behind-the-scenes view
of how racial equity workshops are structured, built, and delivered.
Through this training, participants will become more familiar with
equity-focused facilitation, naming social dynamics, and guiding group
learning in multiracial spaces.

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Registration Savings

*Prior attendees of our Building Racial Equity trainings can use code
NEWBRE to receive a 15% registration discount for any other sessions.
Groups and individuals who would like to attend the entire series can
access a 20% discount for all trainings. Please email
[email protected] for the discount code.

Interested in customized training for your organization? Let us tailor
our sessions to meet your specific needs!

Sign Up for a Free Consultation [[link removed]]

Whether you're an individual dedicated to personal growth or an
organization committed to driving positive societal change, our training
sessions provide invaluable insights and practical steps toward building
a more equitable world.

For inquiries or further information, please don't hesitate to contact
us at [email protected] .

Thank you for your dedication to advancing racial equity. Together, we
can create a brighter future.

In solidarity,

Ashley Johnson

Training Innovation Manager

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