Still we rise
2020 Health and Wellness Partner
The Reginald F. Lewis Museum in partnership with Kaiser Permanente invites you to the virtual panel discussion series, Still We Rise.
UPCOMING PROGRAMS
Endangered – The State of Black Men in America
Thursday, October 8
6:00 PM – 7:30 P.M. EST
African American men have the lowest life expectancy of any demographic group in the United States, regardless of economic status. During this program, speakers will highlight the major factors that lead to Black men’s deaths and how we can change this harrowing statistic. Marc Morial, president and CEO of the National Urban League will give the keynote address. Followed by a fireside chat with Derrick Johnson, president of the NAACP, and actor Boris Kodjoe. Registration is required; free to attend. Registration will close at 5 PM on Wednesday, October 7th. .
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PAST PROGRAMS
How are the Children?
Thursday, September 30
6:00 PM – 7:30 P.M. EST
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed everyone’s lives but children have been especially affected with the closing of schools, inability to play with friends, and threat of food insecurity. This conversation will look at how children are dealing with these issues. Dr. Lisa Delpis, an author, educator, and MacArthur Fellows Genius will give the keynote address. Registration is required; free to attend.
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The Power of Motherhood
Wednesday, August 26, 2020
6:00 – 7:30 P.M. EST
Numerous African American women have lost a child, partner, parent, or family member to gun violence or police brutality. Many used their grief and pain to fuel activism to make a change in their communities and across the nation. During this discussion we will highlight how mothers are showing their resiliency by relentlessly speaking out about racism, police brutality, gun violence and criminal justice reform. Panelists will also discuss the stress of Black motherhood and how they navigate their personal health within the healthcare system. Keynote address from Sybrina Fulton, mother of Trayvon Martin.