We're just days away from the largest post-election racial justice gathering in the United States. From November 20-22, over 4,000 people will converge on St. Louis, MO, for our Facing Race conference. Together, we'll analyze the election results, explore challenges and opportunities for our movements and communities, recharge our spirits, and chart our course for the next four years.

While in-person tickets are sold out, virtual tickets are still available. Don't miss out—sign up now!

In light of last week's presidential election, this year's Facing Race carries even greater significance.

Now, more than ever, we need more space to strategize and organize. We need forums where we can engage in difficult yet critical conversations, always leading with care and empathy. Recognizing the weight of this moment, we've placed wellness, healing, community safety, and the cultivation of joy and resilience at the heart of our conference programming.

See the full conference program here

Despite the many forces threatening to divide us, we must stand firm in our commitment to fighting for equitable systems, spaces, and governance. Now is not the time to give in to divisive rhetoric or retreat from our goals. Instead, we must unite and push forward with renewed determination.

Our conference theme this year, "Our Power, Our Solutions," embodies our collective strength and wisdom. Building a more just and inclusive democracy will require all of us standing shoulder to shoulder, listening deeply to each other, and building robust cross-sectoral, multiracial solidarity. 

The Virtual Experience

We are pleased to offer a virtual experience for Facing Race 2024, allowing participants who can’t join us in person to engage with the conference. As a virtual attendee, you’ll have access to:

• Our event app, connecting you with all attendees—both in-person and virtual
• All mainstage plenaries, including Joy-Ann Reid’s keynote speech
• A curated selection of pre-recorded breakout sessions on demand
• Opening ceremony to kick off the conference
• Race Flicks, a micro film festival track
• Exhibitor information, resources, and more

Virtual registration ends Tuesday, November 19!

#OurPowerOurSolutions

In Our Power

We sat down with our incredible partners and host committee members to hear firsthand how our conference theme shapes their daily efforts to build a more just, thriving, and resilient St. Louis. Through a series of video interviews, these local leaders share their insights on how the theme manifests in their ongoing work in St. Louis and beyond.

Melanie Randels, Local Coordinator

Meet the Host Committee

Facing Race would not be possible without our local Host Committee. Comprising local grassroots organizers, community leaders, and residents, the local Host Committee plays a crucial role in planning the Facing Race conference. They ensure that the event honors community benefit agreements and authentically reflects the lived experiences of people of color in St. Louis.

Explore the Gateway City

Make the most of your visit to St. Louis by exploring the city’s rich and diverse cultural history. Delve into the stories of African Americans in the Midwest at the Griot Museum of Black History. Explore Forest Park, home to the St. Louis Zoo and the Missouri History Museum, where you can uncover the city’s role in shaping civil rights history.

Don’t miss the chance to tour the Gateway Arch, take a stroll down the Graffiti Wall, and explore Delmar Loop, hosting an array of restaurants, shops, and the St. Louis Walk of Fame.

Get a sneak peek of the fascinating sites awaiting you in St. Louis.

Health Equity on the Main Stage

The American Medical Association (AMA) is the host of a live, hybrid National Health Equity Grand Rounds panel on the main stage at Facing Race.

National thought leaders from diverse backgrounds—including physicians, authors, artists, and digital media experts—will share insights on challenging harmful dominant narratives in medicine and reshaping how we think about health.

Join us November 21 at 2:00 PM CT for an impactful National Health Equity Grand Rounds event, "Rewrite the Script: Narrative Transformation for Equity in Health," to learn how we can shape dominant narratives to advance equity in healthcare for all our communities.

Register for Facing Race to attend this session in person, or sign up here to join virtually.

Keeping You Safe

Your health and safety remain our top priority as we prepare to gather at Facing Race. We’ve implemented a COVID policy in line with current CDC guidelines and recommendations. All attendees must show proof of a negative at-home antigen test at registration. Daily testing is encouraged, and free test kits will be accessible at the registration area.

We appreciate your cooperation as we navigate these challenges together.

Don’t miss out! Secure your virtual ticket today, and we’ll see you next week!

Warmly,

The Facing Race Team

Facing Race is made possible by our sponsors!

Special thanks to our Trailblazer Sponsor, the American Medical Association (AMA). As part of its commitment to advancing health equity through "Rise to Health: A National Coalition for Equity in Health Care," the AMA will bring its National Health Equity Grand Rounds series live and in person to Facing Race.