Get ready for Nonprofit Appreciation Month in November!
Presented by the Interaction Institute for Social Change.
Sustaining the work of racial justice can feel overwhelming, especially when facing resistance or isolation. Have you ever wondered how to stay grounded and effective in this work, or how to find the support you need to keep going?
Our FREE Racial Justice Community of Practice is here for you. This quarterly gathering is a space for connection, reflection, and learning. Together, we’ll explore challenges, celebrate progress, and share strategies to advance racial justice in and through our organizations. Whether you’re just starting out or deeply experienced, this is your community to recharge so you can lead boldly.
This community is open to anyone engaged in advancing racial justice - not just alumni of our workshops. Join us as we continue building a community of leaders driving meaningful change!
What to Expect
In each session, we will dig into some elements of the “who” and “how” of leading for racial justice. We will use the document, Preparing Yourself to Serve, as a starting point for our discussions. Topics could include:
WHO: Sustaining Myself as a Leader in This Work
How am I staying grounded and centered? How can I prepare my heart and mind to lead for racial justice?
How does my identity matter as I lead for racial justice? What challenges am I facing as a leader? (includes racial affinity spaces)
What’s my orientation toward collaborative leadership? How does/doesn’t that align with the expectations of the people I’m leading and partnering with?
HOW: Collaborating to Advance Racial Justice
Making the case for change and building buy-in, especially in the current context
Engaging stakeholders and making decisions together
Designing spaces for planning and learning
WHAT: Deepening Understanding of Strategies
Understanding the current context
Lessons learned from challenges and successes in advancing racial justice
Opportunities to build solidarity across issues, communities, and strategies
Session Details
Register for all four sessions now, or register for individual sessions as the year unfolds. There is no fee to participate, but donations are encouraged.*
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 2PM - 4PM ET
Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 2PM - 4PM ET
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 2PM - 4PM ET
Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 2PM - 4PM ET
Presented by KCRS Empowerment
Write Your Crown is a virtual creative writing experience designed to help youth and young adults discover the power of their voice, strengthen their writing skills, and express themselves with confidence. Through guided writing activities, journaling, storytelling, poetry, creative prompts, and group discussions, participants will have a safe and encouraging space to explore their ideas, experiences, goals, and creativity. No previous writing experience is required. Participants only need an open mind, a willingness to participate, and something to write with!
Dates: October 5, 2026 – May 31, 2027
2nd & 4th Mondays, with select 5th Monday
6-7pm: 10-15 years old
7-8pm: 16+ years old
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
This session will provide age-appropriate creative writing activities focused on: •Building confidence and self-expression •Journaling and creative writing prompts •Short stories and storytelling •Poetry and spoken-word activities
Presented by KCRS Empowerment
Write Your Crown is a virtual creative writing experience designed to help youth and young adults discover the power of their voice, strengthen their writing skills, and express themselves with confidence. Through guided writing activities, journaling, storytelling, poetry, creative prompts, and group discussions, participants will have a safe and encouraging space to explore their ideas, experiences, goals, and creativity. No previous writing experience is required. Participants only need an open mind, a willingness to participate, and something to write with!
Dates: October 5, 2026 – May 31, 2027
2nd & 4th Mondays, with select 5th Monday
6-7pm: 10-15 years old
7-8pm: 16+ years old
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
This session will provide age-appropriate creative writing activities focused on: •Building confidence and self-expression •Journaling and creative writing prompts •Short stories and storytelling •Poetry and spoken-word activities
Presented by KCRS Empowerment
Write Your Crown is a virtual creative writing experience designed to help youth and young adults discover the power of their voice, strengthen their writing skills, and express themselves with confidence. Through guided writing activities, journaling, storytelling, poetry, creative prompts, and group discussions, participants will have a safe and encouraging space to explore their ideas, experiences, goals, and creativity. No previous writing experience is required. Participants only need an open mind, a willingness to participate, and something to write with!
Dates: October 5, 2026 – May 31, 2027
2nd & 4th Mondays, with select 5th Monday
6-7pm: 10-15 years old
7-8pm: 16+ years old
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
This session will provide age-appropriate creative writing activities focused on: •Building confidence and self-expression •Journaling and creative writing prompts •Short stories and storytelling •Poetry and spoken-word activities
Presented by KCRS Empowerment
Write Your Crown is a virtual creative writing experience designed to help youth and young adults discover the power of their voice, strengthen their writing skills, and express themselves with confidence. Through guided writing activities, journaling, storytelling, poetry, creative prompts, and group discussions, participants will have a safe and encouraging space to explore their ideas, experiences, goals, and creativity. No previous writing experience is required. Participants only need an open mind, a willingness to participate, and something to write with!
Dates: October 5, 2026 – May 31, 2027
2nd & 4th Mondays, with select 5th Monday
6-7pm: 10-15 years old
7-8pm: 16+ years old
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
This session will provide age-appropriate creative writing activities focused on: •Building confidence and self-expression •Journaling and creative writing prompts •Short stories and storytelling •Poetry and spoken-word activities
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