We’re in a defining moment.

In this moment of deep political division and increasing threats to fundamental human, civil, and democratic rights, new forms of narrative power and solidarity are essential for our collective progress. Those who seek to divide us understand this power—that's why we must weave together new stories that build solidarity across communities and movements.

Race Forward is excited to announce the Weavers Lab for Solidarity Narratives, a year-long cohort experience designed to strengthen how we build narrative power to advance solidarity and racial justice. We invite your organization to apply by Friday, August 8.

Race Forward will announce the final cohort participants by August 31, 2025.

What You'll Gain:

• Expert training and coaching from leaders in narrative strategy and racial justice
  
  
• A supportive learning community with 8-12 diverse organizations working across different issues and regions
  
  
• Attendance at two major conferences: Just Narratives for Multiracial Solidarity (November 2025) and Facing Race (November 2026)
  
  
• Strategic frameworks to develop narratives that build solidarity and advance racial justice
  
  
• Tools to measure impact and reach new audiences with your message

Who Should Apply:

We welcome applications from organizations that:

• Have a specific narrative project you want to develop and implement
  
  
• Are committed to racial justice leadership and building solidarity across communities
  
  
• Can dedicate two consistent representatives to participate throughout the program
  
  
• Represent communities vulnerable to current attacks on human and civil rights
  
  
• Are ready to collaborate across race, culture, and issue areas to build collective power

📅 Key Dates

• July 17, 2025: Virtual Information Session
  
  
• August 8, 2025: Application Deadline
  
  
• October 2025: Program Launch
  
  
• November 12-15, 2025: Just Narratives for Multiracial Solidarity (St. Louis)
  
  
• November 2026: Facing Race Conference

What's next?

▶️ APPLY HERE — Submit your application by August 8

▶️ REGISTER FOR INFO SESSION — Join our Information Session on July 17

▶️ LEARN MORE — Read the full program details

In solidarity,

Tasia Ahuja Smith | pronouns: she/her
Senior Director of Training Strategies

Terence Keleher | pronouns: Ter
Senior Director of Strategic Innovation

Nikko Viquiera | pronouns: they/them, he/him
Deputy Senior Vice President of Programs