For the first time in American history, a tax funded reparations bill for Blacks is passed in Evanston, IL. Funded by a tax on cannabis, the program is set to deliver $10 million as a correction for the systematic bias historically inflicted upon its Black constituents. The film follows the Fight of Rookie Alderman Robin […]
WHAT: The issue of reparations has gained increased attention and movement over the last few years, with states, like California, and cities, like Evanston, IL, examining and passing policies that seek to redress the harm of slavery and anti-Black discrimination. After premiering at the Tribeca Film Festival, The Big Payback will screen at the historic […]
Join WTTW, Reparations Stakeholder Authority of Evanston, and the Evanston Community Foundation for a FIRSTHAND: Segregation screening and conversation in honor of the celebration of Juneteenth as a national holiday. This virtual conversation will include the screening of a short documentary from WTTW’s Firsthand: Segregation series, which will serve as a jumping-off point for a […]
At no other time in history has the demand for a global black identity been more apparent. Identifying how slavery, colonialism, and racism intersect and impact the lives of black people across the world is therefore critical to demanding reparations, fostering healing, and restoring dignity. It is against this backdrop that we are convening this […]
Reparations Strategy Session Creating a Political Strategy August 25, 2022 1:30 – 3:00PM EST Reparations Strategy Session aims to support and expand the work of local and municipal reparations activists. Together we are creating a new broad consensus around racial redress and securing reparations across the country. AGENDA Welcome from Robin Rue Simmons Local Reparations […]
The Prosperity Summit is the premier national gathering for champions of racial economic equity. Hosted biannually, attendees come to the three-day gathering to network, learn, discover and inform new solutions, deepen shared understanding of core issues, build collective power, and take action for transformative change. The Summit's mission is to convene all people with the […]
The Prosperity Summit is the premier national gathering for champions of racial economic equity. Hosted biannually, attendees come to the three-day gathering to network, learn, discover and inform new solutions, deepen shared understanding of core issues, build collective power, and take action for transformative change. The Summit's mission is to convene all people with the […]
Local Reparations Strategy Session HR-40 Update September 29, 2022 12:30 – 2:00PM CST Local Reparations Strategy Session aims to support and expand the work of local and municipal reparations activists. Together we are creating a new broad consensus around racial redress and securing reparations across the country. JOIN VIA ZOOM FUTURE DATES/SPEAKERS 10/27/22 Reparations Community […]
In light of Cambridge’s exploration of its historical connections to colonialism and slavery, this conference proposes to bring together scholars of Africa and the African diaspora in order to generate a broad discussion on the concept of ‘reparation’ as it relates to Black history and Black movements for freedom and equality. Rather than focusing exclusively […]
Be part of the conversation with some of the nation’s most forward-thinking policy experts on transformational economic empowerment strategy and related impacts. Discussions will address youth employment development pipelines, reparations, entrepreneurship, and other pathways to economic mobility and security. Engage with thought leaders including Darrick Hamilton (The New School), Alicia Garza (Black Futures Lab), Pinky Cole […]
We’ve been breaking barriers and building communities to make a good home possible for the millions of families without one for the past 40 years. To celebrate, we’re bringing together the greatest minds in affordable housing. Join us as we tackle today’s most pressing issues and prepare for the next 40 years.