The YWCA Racial Justice Challenge is returning for its 6th year in Spring 2025 with all new topics and materials. This transformative, 28-day journey is a unique opportunity to deepen your understanding of systemic racism and explore actionable steps toward justice.

To help you prepare for this impactful experience, we’re hosting a virtual information session on Wednesday, January 31st, at 11:00 AM.

During this session, you’ll:

• Learn about the goals and structure of the Racial Justice Challenge.

• Discover how to engage meaningfully with the daily challenges and resources.

• Connect with others committed to advancing racial justice.

Transform despair into determination, panic into purpose.

The Resistance Fair is a gathering of groups working every day to bring our values to life—protecting targeted communities, our environment, and our democracy. As we look toward the next four years of attacks on all we hold sacred and meaningful, now is the time to unify, organize, and act.

ISSUES REPRESENTED INCLUDE:
-racial justice -immigration -reproductive rights -LGBTQ+ rights -gun safety -healthcare justice -the environmental crisis
-protecting democracy -and more!

YOU WILL BE ABLE TO:
-Talk to the people on the frontlines of activism and action
-Learn about what they’re doing and how you can contribute
-Sign up to do what you can to keep people and planet safe

In partnership with Cleveland Public Library.

Event Purpose: This engaging program aims to celebrate and promote dialogue around natural hair by highlighting its beauty, diversity, and profound cultural significance. Through a combination of keynote speeches, a panel discussion, and vendor participation, the event will explore the historical, social, and practical aspects of natural hair care and its impact on identity and culture.

Keynote Address:

• Virtually - George E. Johnson - Founder of Johnson Products Company which created products, including Ultra Sheen and Afro Sheen.

• On-site - Hilary Beard – Author/Collaborator, Cleveland native, Shaker Heights High School graduate.

• Keynote Discussion Moderated by Sia Nyorkor of WKYC-3

• Panel discussion including State Rep. Juanita Brent (and others) moderated by Helen Forbes Fields

In an engaging keynote speaker address, George E. Johnson, the acclaimed author of Afro Sheen: How I Revolutionized an Industry with the Golden Rule, from Soul Train to Wall Street, will join forces with the talented writer Hilary Beard. Together, they will delve into the intricate writing process and their collaborative efforts behind the creation of their new book and the legacy of Mr. Johnson.