How did we get to where we are as a society as it relates to race and racial/ethnic tensions? How do we move forward from here? Join us for a timely and stimulating weekend of exploring this important issue of our times.
Dr. Allen is the founder of the Common Ground Project, a nonprofit dedicated to teaching the history of the Civil Rights Movement, a frequent lecturer on commemorative practices/public memory related to the Civil Rights Movement. Dr. Allen is an experienced Diversity/Inclusive Excellence trainer and currently teaches communication at Messiah College.
Rev. Johnson is a Certified Life Coach, Certified SDI (EQ) Facilitator, Certified Cultural Intelligence Facilitator and currently acts as a consultant for various organizations nationwide.
6 - 7 p.m. |
Registration |
7 - 9 p.m. |
Dr. Todd Allen, Provost for Diversity Affairs at Messiah College - "How Did We Get Here?" |
8 - 9 a.m. |
Registration |
9 - 10:45 a.m. |
Rev. Yeathus Johnson, Urban Strategist from New York City - "Where Do We Go From Here?" |
10:45 - 11 a.m. |
Break |
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. |
Panel Discussion (featuring Dr. Allen, Rev. Johnson, and leaders from the Pittsburgh region) - "Moving Forward" |