We’ve watched as protestors spilled out onto the streets of American cities. Across our communities, unhealed wounds have been brought vividly to our attention once again.
As individuals, we’ve experienced a host of emotions, including anguish, anger and disbelief.
As a team, we’ve shared our emotions with one another and felt a strong desire to speak out. However, we’ve struggled with how to put our thoughts into the right words.
We realized after several discussions that we first need to listen and learn. It’s only from there that we can begin to confront our history and take steps, big and small, to ensure that opportunities, dignity, respect, and freedom from fear are extended to all Americans.
Our team’s first small step is to share some of the videos, blog posts, podcasts, books, and websites we’ve been reviewing:
- Book: White Fragility by Robin Diangelo
- Podcast: The 1619 Project by the New York Times
- Video series: Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man with Emmanuel Acho
- Article: How to Begin Talking About Race in the Workplace by Wharton management professor Stephanie Creary
- Ted Talk: How to Overcome our Biases: Walk Boldly Towards Them
- Talking to Kids about Racism: CNN and Sesame Street's Town Hall on Racism
We believe education leads to change, so here are links to websites with bigger lists of resources for learning.
- Regis University's Forum for Race and Justice
- Resources compiled into how much time you have to spend each day (10, 25, or 45 minutes) to become better informed
We also acknowledge that lasting change is only accomplished when it’s taken on as a marathon, rather than a sprint. That’s why we’re committed to continuing to share what we hear, learn, and ultimately take action on in the coming weeks, months and beyond.
While we know that we must do better, it's equally important that we help others to do better. If there’s anything we can do to support you or someone you care about, or you have additional resources to share, please let us know. We’re here to listen and learn.