Conference on R.E.S.T.: Journey to Reconciliation

700 Park Avenue,Norfolk VA 23504

15 June, 2022

Description

This conference brings together Hampton Roads community members with the goal of advancing racial justice and equity in our region! YWCA South Hampton Roads is excited to announce the Inaugural Conference on R.E.S.T - Racial Equity & Social Transformation on June 15, 2022 - 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. - at Norfolk State University. This conference brings together Hampton Roads community members with the goal of advancing racial justice and equity issues in policies, institutions, and culture. R.E.S.T. is a training ground for those interested in learning more and leaning into the effects of injustices and inequities. Through information-collaboration-activation, participants will learn and build best practices with a long-term goal of building a blueprint for the transformational change needed to build an antiracist Hampton Roads. This year’s conference theme is "Journey to Reconciliation" and is focused on the historical perspective of racism in HR and what we can do to move the needle towards racial reconciliation and healing! Participants will hear a keynote address from renowned historian and NSU professor, Dr. Cassandra Newby-Alexander, engage in action-building panel discussions and workshops, enjoy a celebratory cookout style luncheon, take a journey to reconciliation walk and pledge to stand against racism, and much more! Equity pricing: To allow for all community members to access this transformational event, conference registration is pay what you can, with a $100.00 suggested amount per person. Registration revenue greatly helps to advance the mission of YWCA South Hampton Roads to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Doors open at 8:30 a.m. and masks are required. *Recommended age for this event is 16+* For sponsorship and ad opportunities, volunteering, or additional information, please contact Zakkiyya Anderson at [email protected] or at 757-625-4248 ext. 126. More information can also be found by visiting ywca-shr.org.