WEAVING THE TRUTH TOGETHER: A CONVERSATION ABOUT UNDERSTANDING, HOPE AND RACIAL HEALING
VIDEO: OCTOBER 11, 2023 1:00 P.M. - 2:30 P.M. CT
Truth-telling and acknowledgement is the first step in healing. A national movement seeking to exploit history has led to attacks on truths. These attacks have smeared the subject of critical race theory, led to book-banning and spawned threats against educators and social justice leaders. In addition, America's free press is being weakened by disinformation and hate speech that blurs lines between facts and opinions, science and conspiracy.
This online event, moderated by Deputy Governor Grace Hou, will feature a panel of truth-tellers from across the state. They will discuss the truths that bind us and the beautiful differences that make it great to be an Illinoisian.
This live-via-Zoom convening kicks off the 2023-2024 season of Healing Illinois, the state's $4.5 million racial healing grant-making initiative.
Healing Illinois Launch Event Flyer (pdf)
