Book Discussion "The Purpose of Power" by Alicia Garza

The Dock C. Bracy Center is committed to human reconciliation and the eradication of racism and other forms of human oppression. Our work focuses on healing the internal emotional and cognitive harms that have allowed racism to continue to thrive in our society. We support the efforts of many other groups and individuals by providing opportunities for learning and self-reflection so that strategies to eradicate racism can become more successful.https://www.dcbcenter.org

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Virtual book discussion of "The Purpose of Power: How We Come Together When We Fall Apart" by Alicia Garza.

<h2>Reading for Understanding</h2><h3>Monthly virtual book discussions hosted by the Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation</h3><p>As a learning organization, the Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation seeks to provide opportunities to promote understanding and empathy. Book discussions provide participants with a shared experience and an opportunity to engage with others.</p><p>The Center’s<strong> </strong>Reading for Understanding monthly book discussions are free and have two requirements: Read the book and make time for the discussion.</p>

<h2>The Purpose of Power: How We Come Together When We Fall Apart</h2><p>Please purchase and read/listen to <a href="https://www.mahoganybooks.com/9780525509684" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">&quot;The Purpose of Power: How We Come Together When We Fall Apart&quot;</a> by Alicia Garza before our virtual meeting on Wednesday, November 23, 2022, 7-9pm Eastern Standard Time.</p><blockquote>&quot;An essential guide to building transformative movements to address the challenges of our time, from one of the country&#x27;s leading organizers and a co-creator of Black Lives Matter.&quot;</blockquote><p>Source: <a href="https://www.mahoganybooks.com/9780525509684" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.mahoganybooks.com/9780525509684</a></p><p>Please purchase and read/listen to <a href="https://www.mahoganybooks.com/9780525509684" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">&quot;The Purpose of Power: How We Come Together When We Fall Apart&quot;</a> by Alicia Garza before our virtual meeting on Wednesday, November 23, 2022, 7-9pm Eastern Standard Time.</p>

<h2>What should a participant expect?</h2><p>Participants should expect an email with a read-ahead presentation and meeting credentials the Monday preceding the event.  All book discussions are two hours and use Zoom breakout rooms to create small discussion groups.  We start together as a large group (7-7:10pm), briefly return to a large group at the half-way point (7:50-8pm) and conclude as a large group (8:40-9pm).  Virtual doors open at 6:45pm, unless otherwise noted. All times are Eastern Standard Time.</p><p></p><h2>Support black-owned or independent bookstores.</h2><p>Many black-owned and independent bookstores now offer shipping.  Find a store in your area and shop in-person or online.</p><p>Participants are encouraged to continue learning through the Center’s <a href="https://www.dcbcenter.org/eradicating-racism-learning-series" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Eradicating Racism: A Path Forward</a> learning series.</p><p></p><h2>About the Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation</h2><p>The Dock C. Bracy Center is committed to human reconciliation and the eradication of racism and other forms of human oppression. Our work focuses on healing the internal emotional and cognitive harms that have allowed racism to continue to thrive in our society. We support the efforts of many other groups and individuals by providing opportunities for learning and self-reflection so that strategies to eradicate racism can become more successful. Additional information about the Center can be found by visiting the <a href="http://www.dcbcenter.org" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">website</a> and by following <a href="https://twitter.com/dcbcenter" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">@dcbcenter</a>.</p><p></p><p><strong>The Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation</strong></p><p>Website: http://www.dcbcenter.org</p><p>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dcbcenter" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://twitter.com/dcbcenter</a></p><p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dockcbracycenter" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.instagram.com/dockcbracycenter</a></p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/dcbcenter" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.facebook.com/dcbcenter</a></p><p>LinkedIn: <a href="http://linkedin.com/company/dcbcenter" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">http://linkedin.com/company/dcbcenter</a></p>

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