Rising to the challenge of systemic injustice

Join a necessary conversation about rising to the challenge of systemic injustice, exploring the intersection of power and race, and the radical shifts required to achieve true racial justice through collective action and power building.

Key takeaways

Power and systemic injustice are intertwined, with power being used to perpetuate racism and other forms of discrimination.
Progress is needed on multiple fronts, including individually, collectively, and through systemic changes.
White people have a role to play in advocating for racial justice, but Black people are the ones who must define what it looks like and drive the movement.
The concept of “individual will” is insufficient for achieving change, and “collective action” is necessary to challenge power structures.
Historically, systems like apartheid, colonialism, and slavery were built on the foundation of racism, and these legacies continue to affect the present.
Radical shifts are necessary to address systemic injustices, rather than gradual changes that may not lead to meaningful progress.
Organizing and building power is essential for challenging and dismantling systemic injustices.
Racial justice cannot be achieved without addressing power dynamics, as those in power will resist change.
The concept of “black pain” should be expanded to include stories of black joy and aspiration, and to counterbalance the dominant narrative of racism and oppression.
The present moment is an opportunity for radical change, but it requires a willingness to challenge power structures and address systemic injustices head-on.

Rising to the challenge of systemic injustice

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