White
women everywhere are finally hearing the call of their BIPOC (Black,
Indigenous and People of Color) sisters to step up for racial justice. But
joining book groups, amplifying Black voices on social media, and teaching
their kids to be anti-racist is not enough. It’s time for white women to step
up at work for BIPOC women who are far more likely to be paid less, silenced or
discounted by men, and suffer abuses such as sexual harassment. From developing
authentic relationships to sharing insider knowledge only available to them,
“woke” white women have inordinate power to create change through the advocacy
and support of BIPOC women. In this session, participants will explore the
legacy of white supremacy in women’s relationships, unpack the barriers that
keep white women from supporting Black women, and identify specific actions
that will move beyond performative to true activism.
PLEASE NOTE WE HAVE A CAPACITY OF 500 FOR THIS WEBINAR. DON'T WORRY IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO REGISTER FOR THE LIVE EVENT - WE WILL BE MAKING THE RECORDING OF THIS WEBINAR AVAILABLE ON AFP'S WEBSITE THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 13TH.