On April 14, 2025, from 1:00–3:00 PM EST, During the United Nations Permanent Forum on People of African Descent (PFPAD) ICSWG will host a powerful Side event guided discussion on reparations, titled "3 Scenarios: Past, Present and Future!" This event will feature an esteemed panel of activists, organizers, and experts. Who will explore the global reparations movement […]
Global Circle for Reparations and Healing Introductory Forum FirstRepair is proud to join members of the African Diaspora at the United Nations Permanent Forum on People of African Descent—a global gathering focused on justice, healing, and liberation. We will participate in the Global Circle for Reparations and Healing Introductory Forum on April 16, 2025, at […]
On Thursday, April 17, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (EST), leading reparations advocates from across the African Diaspora will gather in Harlem for THE GARVEY TALKS: A Reparations Rap Session—a strategic dialogue on reparatory justice. Hosted at Harlem Community Board 9 (3291 Broadway, between 132nd & 133rd Streets), this official side event of the UN […]
Black Joy in Bloom: A Family Day of Stories & Play Join us for a day of community, creativity, and celebration at Black Joy in Bloom: A Family Day of Stories & Play hosted by FirstRepair and Brown Books & Paintbrushes. This family-friendly event will honor the vibrant spirit of Black joy through stories, art, […]
National Reparations Strategy Session FirstRepair hosts monthly National Reparations Strategy Sessions, drawing attendees from diverse corners of the country each month. Each session features a distinguished guest speaker who shares insights within their area of expertise, contributing to our collective mission of strengthening local and municipal reparations activism. These sessions serve as a catalyst for […]
The National Reparations Network Rally 2025 is a major event aimed at strengthening the reparations movement in the United States. Organized by the National Reparations Network, the rally will take place in Washington, D.C., uniting advocates, community leaders, and supporters to demand meaningful reparative justice for Black communities. This gathering will highlight calls for financial, […]
National Reparations Strategy Session FirstRepair hosts monthly National Reparations Strategy Sessions, drawing attendees from diverse corners of the country each month. Each session features a distinguished guest speaker who shares insights within their area of expertise, contributing to our collective mission of strengthening local and municipal reparations activism. These sessions serve as a catalyst for […]
National Reparations Strategy Session FirstRepair hosts monthly National Reparations Strategy Sessions, drawing attendees from diverse corners of the country each month. Each session features a distinguished guest speaker who shares insights within their area of expertise, contributing to our collective mission of strengthening local and municipal reparations activism. These sessions serve as a catalyst for […]
You're invited to an early listening of a new musical project born out of the ongoing struggle for reparations, grounded in collective memory and the pursuit of Black liberation
National Reparations Strategy Session FirstRepair hosts monthly National Reparations Strategy Sessions, drawing attendees from diverse corners of the country each month. Each session features a distinguished guest speaker who shares insights within their area of expertise, contributing to our collective mission of strengthening local and municipal reparations activism. These sessions serve as a catalyst for […]
Join us on Friday, August 15, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM Central at FirstRepair's National Resource Center for State and Local Reparations (1900 Asbury Ave., Evanston, IL 60201) for a special Lunch & Learn program showcasing our new exhibit and featuring an interview led by Shorefront Executive Director Laurice Bell with Cotillion Coordinator […]
Strong, empowered communities are vital for the success of reparations initiatives. FirstRepair synchronizes and equips local leaders to implement tangible repair in Black communities. FirstRepair’s monthly national and regional strategy sessions develop and connect local reparations leaders. Regional Strategy Sessions Together with African American Redress Network and International Center for Transitional Justice, FirstRepair hosts monthly regional strategy sessions for each […]