It’s a tense moment in our nation. We understand, and we’re feeling it too. Regardless of the eventual outcome of the presidential election, it’ll also be a defining starting point for our movements. 

Today is the FINAL day to register for Facing Race: A National Virtual Conference

The Race Forward staff has been working tirelessly to prepare Facing Race: A National Virtual Conference to meet the moment. Since 2008, Facing Race has convened racial justice practitioners after both presidential and midterm elections and brought together the broadest coalition possible for the largest intergenerational, multiracial conference in the United States. 

This year, from November 10-12th, Facing Race will feature more than 100  inspiring community leaders from across the country, presenting workshops, panels, breakout sessions, film screenings, and networking opportunities. While attending the conference, be sure to use the hashtag #FacingRace to share your experience via social media.

*Group sales are no longer available. At this time we strongly encourage groups and individuals with a limited budget to consider all available ticket level options on our registration page.

Keynote by Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II

The keynote address will be delivered by the Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II, president and senior lecturer of Repairs of the Breach  and co-chair of the Poor People’s Campaign. Dr. Reverend Barber is the architect of the Moral Mondays protests in North Carolina, which in turn have inspired actions across the nation for a principled public policy agenda centering on the needs of poor people, and people of color. The Reverend is recognized as one of the leading voices for racial justice –– and during this historic turning point in our nation’s history, we look to his experience, leadership, and wisdom.

Momentum: A Race Forward Podcast LIVE at Facing Race

On Tuesday November 10th, for the first time, Momentum: A Race Forward Podcast will have a live show at Facing Race. Hiba and Chevon will be joined by political and civic leader Marc Moriel, President and CEO of the National Urban League, who will discuss the post-election climate and the effects of the Trump administration’s attacks on racial justice and racial equity work. Race Forward President Glenn Harris will also be making a special appearance to provide his insight on the future of the racial justice movement.

Culture in the Time of The Uprisings

On November 11th, do not miss the ”Culture in the Time of The Uprisings” plenary featuring Crystal Echo Hawk Executive Director of IllumiNative, New York Liberty WNBA player and WNBPA Vice President Layshia Clarendon, and Cristina Jiménez Moreta, Senior Advisor and Co-Founder of United We Dream. In this session featuring leading cultural organizers, thinkers, and influencers, we’ll learn about the efforts and the strategy in development that will make up the next part of our collective fight. 

Race Flicks –– Watch and then join the conversation!

Then on November 12th join us for an important Q&A session with the filmmakers of the Race Flicks portion of the conference. This year’s Race Flicks program maintains a focus on accountable filmmaking that truly represents the people and places featured and holds great potential to build power among those represented in the stories. During the conference you’ll have the opportunity to check out the seven movies and documentaries featured. 

We’ll also have other great virtual interactive features at Facing Race, which include: 

The Facing Race (Virtual) Exhibition Hall

Visit the Exhibit Hall to support businesses and organizations led by people of color. This year, we reaffirm our commitment and partner with vendor entities that are owned, operated, or serve people of color, indigenous people, tribal nations, and people who are trans-identified or non-binary. Vendors will include The Homegirl Box and Zenit Journals, amongst many others. 

Wellness Space

We invite attendees to take breaks during the conference to access The Well, presented by the Acorn Center for Restoration and Freedom. Rooted in Black Diasporic tradition, The Well puts healing at the center of justice by creating opportunities for individuals, communities, collectives, and movements to integrate healing practices to help replenish, restore, and be sustainable.

Again, we understand what a tense moment this is. But this is also the moment where it’s more important than ever to ground ourselves, stand in solidarity, and build the collective power needed to sustain our movements for the upcoming fight. 

In Solidarity,

The Facing Race Team