Race Forward · [email protected]

January 27, 2025 at 5:11 PM

Make 2025 a Year of Progress, Action, & Collective Growth

New ways to access shared learning for Racial Equity Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, As we step into 2025, the urgency to confront systemic racism and build a more equitable future has never been clearer. Starting the…

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  Race Forward · [email protected]

January 22, 2025 at 7:28 PM

Remember Who We Are

As Donald Trump's second term began on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we are faced with a profound moment that calls us to remember who we are and what we stand for. Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John,   On Monday, as Donald Trump…

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  Race Forward · [email protected]

January 16, 2025 at 5:07 PM

The People’s March

01.18.2025 | Washington, DC and Everywhere Click here to view this message in a browser window. We thought you might be interested in learning more about the People’s March organized by our friends at Women’s March, along with hundreds of other organizati…

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  Race Forward · [email protected]

January 7, 2025 at 6:42 PM

Looking Forward – No Matter What Happens: A Race Forward Podcast

Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, In less than two weeks, President-elect Trump's inauguration will mark the beginning of a new chapter in the ongoing struggle for racial justice. To prepare for this moment, last year, R…

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  Glenn Harris, Race Forward · [email protected]

December 30, 2024 at 3:11 PM

Before It's Too Late

Nothing is lost until hope is lost, and hope is something I have in more abundance with every passing hour. Click here to view this message in a browser window. John, As we hit the close of 2024, I must appeal to you one last time about donating to th…

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  Glenn Harris, Race Forward · [email protected]

December 27, 2024 at 3:06 PM

Commit to Racial Justice in 2025

Click here to view this message in a browser window. John, Since October, we’ve been sharing who we are on a deep level, as well as our lighter side.  Together we processed Donald Trump’s electoral win, and doubled down on this unflinching truth: What w…

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  Timarie Harrigan, Race Forward · [email protected]

December 23, 2024 at 5:55 PM

All We Want for Winter is Equity

Click here to view this message in a browser window. John, It’s the time of year when many of us choose to celebrate with lights, gifts, and most importantly, community. Here at Race Forward, what we want most for the holidays is for our community to co…

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  Eric K. Ward · [email protected]

December 17, 2024 at 3:24 PM

Your Support Fuels Our Movement

Help us show up for justice Click here to view this message in a browser window. John, I’m Eric K. Ward, Executive Vice President at Race Forward. I wanted to share with you some of the things that have given me hope in these challenging times.   Last…

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  Glenn Harris, Race Forward · [email protected]

December 11, 2024 at 9:02 PM

Thanks to You, Our Giving Season is Looking Bright

Click here to view this message in a browser window. John, Throughout the course of this year-end fundraising campaign—including last week’s Giving Tuesday celebration—our community donated in support of Race Forward’s mission to advance equity and just…

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  Race Forward · [email protected]

December 6, 2024 at 7:10 PM

Ready to Make 2025 Count? Check Out Our Expanded Training Offerings

Let’s keep building a just future, together Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, The election results are in, and while the political landscape continues to shift, our commitment to racial equity remains steadfast. Especia…

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  Race Forward · [email protected]

December 5, 2024 at 8:42 PM

Facing Race '24: A Success, But The Work Continues

During the conference, we were reminded that our work cannot stop although the conference is over. Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, With more than 4,000 attendees, Facing Race 2024 was our largest conference ever! Than…

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  Glenn Harris, Race Forward · [email protected]

December 3, 2024 at 3:51 PM

Don’t Give Up

Click here to view this message in a browser window. John, It’s Giving Tuesday today—a global movement of giving back! I know there’s so much need and there are so many voices clamoring to be your priority today. So I’m deeply grateful that our email is…

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  Timarie Harrigan, Race Forward · [email protected]

November 21, 2024 at 5:06 PM

Building Power in Public Schools

Click here to view this message in a browser window. John, School is meant to prepare our children for their roles in public life and as the next generation of active participants in our democracy. To understand their future and the future of this natio…

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  Glenn Harris, Race Forward · [email protected]

November 18, 2024 at 5:07 PM

The Most Important Facing Race in 15 Years

Happens this week Click here to view this message in a browser window. John, The most important Facing Race in the history of the conference starts in just two days. We need this moment! Together, with movement makers, community organizers, activists,…

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  Facing Race · [email protected]

November 15, 2024 at 5:56 PM

Building Solidarity in a Post-Election World

final invitation to join us Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, 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…

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  Glenn Harris, Race Forward · [email protected]

November 12, 2024 at 5:59 PM

We're Fighting for the Future

Click here to view this message in a browser window. John, I am writing to you personally because I know that you care about the future. Like me, and everyone else on the Race Forward team, you believe in the promises of this nation, and you are investe…

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  Race Forward · [email protected]

November 8, 2024 at 3:58 PM

In This Historic Moment, Our Resolve Grows Stronger

How are you holding up? Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, How are you? No, really—how are you?  Like many, you're likely still processing the election results that saw Donald Trump secure a second term as president. If you're…

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  Race Forward · [email protected]

November 1, 2024 at 2:13 PM

Pre-Election Insights: No Matter What Happens: A Race Forward Podcast

Listen to new limited podcast series from Race Forward! Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, As the 2024 election approaches in just a few days, we invite you to hear what leading scholars, activists, and racial justice pr…

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  Facing Race · [email protected]

October 30, 2024 at 4:27 PM

[Last Call] Registration for Facing Race closes TONIGHT!

last chance to join us Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, This is it, folks. We're in the final hours of registration for the Facing Race conference. Registration to join us in person ends October 30 at 11:59 PM ET. …

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  Glenn Harris, Race Forward · [email protected]

October 29, 2024 at 3:06 PM

Spooky Racial Justice Myths, Debunked!

Click here to view this message in a browser window. John, With Halloween just around the corner, we’re sharing three scary myths that keep people from impactful activism. Colorlines, published by Race Forward, partners with movement organizers, scholar…

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  Facing Race · [email protected]

October 25, 2024 at 5:41 PM

Last Chance to Register for Facing Race 2024!

Engage in post-election debriefings and networking opportunities Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, Can you believe it? We’re just a few weeks away from Facing Race–the largest multiracial, intergenerational racial justi…

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  Cultural Week of Action · [email protected]

October 25, 2024 at 1:09 PM

And That’s a Wrap!

We recently wrapped up our first-ever Cultural Week of Action on Race and Democracy—and what a week it was! Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, We recently wrapped up our first-ever Cultural Week of Action on Race and Dem…

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  Glenn Harris, Race Forward · [email protected]

October 17, 2024 at 9:37 PM

The Strength to Hope

Thanks to you Click here to view this message in a browser window. John,   Thank you for being a vital part of Race Forward’s community. The past few years have presented many challenges that threaten our work. Your support has fueled our strength to …

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  Race Forward · [email protected]

October 10, 2024 at 12:51 PM

It's time to shift the narrative

Our new Narrative Change for Racial Equity training is designed to equip you with the tools and insights needed to shape new narratives. Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, With the upcoming election fast approaching, the…

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  Race Forward · [email protected]

October 8, 2024 at 9:13 PM

Our Power, Our Solutions

Our October Newsletter previews two major events are at the forefront of our minds — Election Day, and Facing Race. Click here to view this message in a browser window. As November approaches, two major events are at the forefront of our minds: Election D…

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  Race Forward · [email protected]

October 2, 2024 at 4:28 PM

Guess who’s coming to Facing Race?

Award-winning political analyst, New York Times bestselling author, and renowned host Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, We are thrilled to announce that Joy-Ann Reid – award-winning political analyst, New York Times bes…

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  Race Forward · [email protected]

September 27, 2024 at 3:21 PM

Racial Justice and the Cinema at Facing Race 2024

Register now to join 4,000+ advocates this November Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, With Election Day on the horizon and our democracy hanging in the balance, we urgently need more spaces to gather, strategize, and ma…

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  Cultural Week of Action · [email protected]

September 24, 2024 at 12:51 PM

It’s Almost Time…!

Your invitation: Cultural Week of Action 2024 Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, This Friday, September 27, marks the kickoff of our first ever Cultural Week of Action on Race and Democracy, and we want you to join us!  …

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  Race Forward · [email protected]

September 18, 2024 at 4:36 PM

New Training Alert: Narrative Change for Racial Equity!

Learn vital narrative change strategies in our newest course Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, As October approaches, we’re excited to launch a powerful new training that is both timely and essential. In a time when eff…

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  Cultural Week of Action · [email protected]

September 12, 2024 at 9:10 PM

Cultural Week of Action on Race and Democracy – Two Weeks Away!

Keeping the momentum going Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, We’re nearly two weeks away from our inaugural Cultural Week of Action on Race and Democracy, and there’s been a lot of exciting momentum!  On September 27, …

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  Nikko Viquiera, Race Forward · [email protected]

September 10, 2024 at 3:40 PM

The question I get asked most after 7+ years of being a trainer

Here are three of the seven key principles we apply to all our trainings Click here to view this message in a browser window. John,   I’m Nikko Viquiera, a longtime racial equity trainer at Race Forward. One of the questions I frequent…

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  Race Forward · [email protected]

September 6, 2024 at 12:35 PM

Project 2025, Public Schools, and the Future of Democracy

Here is what’s missing from the conversation Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, Editor's Note: As we were putting the finishing touches on this newsletter, we learned of yet another horrendous school shooting that left f…

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  Timarie Harrigan, Race Forward · [email protected]

August 24, 2024 at 3:11 PM

We Passed $20,000! 💰💰

Race Forward paid out more than $20,000 in scholarships in 2024 Click here to view this message in a browser window. John, Race Forward has already provided $20,000 in scholarships for our public racial equity trainings in 2024 and the demand will onl…

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  Facing Race · [email protected]

August 21, 2024 at 4:42 PM

Can you imagine yourself here?

Join us for art, community, and inspiration at Facing Race — where STL culture takes center stage. Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, As summer winds down, we're gearing up for Facing Race—the nation's largest multiracia…

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  Race Forward · [email protected]

August 16, 2024 at 12:50 PM

The gateway to racial equity starts here

Commemorate Black August: Join Our Racial Equity Training Sessions! Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, As we honor Black August—a month dedicated to remembering Black resistance, resilience, and the ongoing struggle for …

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  Joseph Haverlock, Race Forward · [email protected]

August 13, 2024 at 6:26 PM

what it means to invest in training

providing real-world solutions to real-world problems to advance equity Click here to view this message in a browser window. John, Creating the future of our multiracial democracy is going to require change. Not only on an individual basis, but in our…

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  Race Forward · [email protected]

August 9, 2024 at 12:54 PM

How will you remember the summer of 2024?

With only three months left until the national election, our August Newsletter revisits the lessons from Freedom Summer 1964 as we navigate today's uncharted territory. Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, How will you rem…

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  Facing Race · [email protected]

July 24, 2024 at 1:10 PM

What this political moment calls for

A convening of minds. Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, We’re less than five months away from Facing Race! This is the largest racial justice conference for activists, organizers, and public servants seeking to tear dow…

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  Cultural Week of Action · [email protected]

July 19, 2024 at 1:11 PM

Save the Date: Cultural Week of Action on Race and Democracy Kick-Off Event

Happening Friday, September 27 in St. Louis! Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, We invite you to join us in celebrating the role the arts have played in shaping our culture and helping us envision a true, multiracial dem…

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  Race Forward · [email protected]

July 2, 2024 at 7:20 PM

Do you have the power to make equitable decisions?

This month, Race Forward invites you to attend two of our upcoming trainings to help you build a power analysis and utilize your power in making decisions in your work to advance racial equity. Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear Jo…

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  Race Forward · [email protected]

June 25, 2024 at 1:09 PM

Fighting for Real Freedom

This year, we commemorate Juneteenth and Independence Day knowing the promise of full inclusion has yet to be realized. Our June 2024 newsletter offers the inspiration you need to stay in the fight for a just, multiracial democracy. Click here to view this message in a browser window…

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  Leslie Grant-Spann, Race Forward · [email protected]

June 19, 2024 at 1:52 PM

Juneteenth and the power of Black-led solutions & community

because we need all of us at Facing Race Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, In reflecting on Juneteenth, I am inspired by the spirit of hope and determination that it embodies. It reminds us that change is possible, justic…

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  Race Forward · [email protected]

June 18, 2024 at 1:40 PM

Step into your Power.

Race Forward is thrilled to announce a new – or at least, newly refreshed – entry in our Racial Equity Training Series, which can serve as a key stepping stone in your journey toward racial equity. Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dea…

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  Cultural Week of Action · [email protected]

June 13, 2024 at 4:06 PM

Announcing Our 14 Anchor Projects!

Race Forward and Americans for the Arts (AFTA) are excited to announce 14 projects that will receive funding to anchor the inaugural Cultural Week of Action on Race and Democracy. Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, Race …

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  Facing Race · [email protected]

June 6, 2024 at 5:17 PM

Facing Race 2024 - Just Six Months Away!

Click here to view this message in a browser window. Facing Race Is Just Six Months Away! Facing Race is the nation’s largest, intergenerational racial justice conference. This year’s conference will be held November 20-22, in St. Louis, MO. Plan your parti…

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  Race Forward · [email protected]

May 29, 2024 at 12:35 PM

Breaking the Binary | Wednesday, June 12

We are thrilled to unveil the latest addition in our Racial Equity Training Series: Breaking the Binary: Unraveling Gender, Race, and Colonialism. Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, We are thrilled to unveil a new mini-w…

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  Race Forward · [email protected]

May 15, 2024 at 12:33 PM

Two New Trainings. One Time Only.

At Race Forward, we are constantly cooking up new ways to deepen this crucial work. We are thrilled to announce two new training offerings coming this summer!TBD Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, As we move through spri…

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  Race Forward · [email protected]

April 26, 2024 at 12:45 PM

The New Narratives of Housing Justice

April is Fair Housing Month when we reaffirm Race Forward’s dedication to ensuring everyone has a roof over their head and a safe, healthy place to live!  Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, Imagine a United States where …

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  Facing Race · [email protected]

April 25, 2024 at 7:06 PM

Four Exciting opportunities to Participate in Facing Race 2024!

Now seeking talented artists, culture bearers, and a videographer for the following opportunities. Click here to view this message in a browser window. CALLING ALL CREATIVES Four Exciting Opportunities to participate in Facing Race 2024! Facing Race is th…

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  Race Forward · [email protected]

April 16, 2024 at 3:00 PM

Join the Movement: Register Now for Racial Equity Training!

Our Spring Training program isn't just about education; it's about empowerment. Here's why you can't afford to miss out. Click here to view this message in a browser window. Dear John, Amid national book bans and limitations on diversity, equity, an…

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