National Day of Racial Healing
January 19, 2021
The National Day of Racial Healing is a time for contemplation and collective action on #HowWeHeal from the effects of racism. Launched on Jan. 17, 2017, it is an opportunity to bring ALL people together in their common humanity and inspire collective action to create a more just and equitable world.
This annual observance is hosted by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation (WKKF), and was created with and builds on the work and learnings of the Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation (TRHT) community partners. Fundamental to this day is a clear understanding that racial healing is at the core of racial equity. This day is observed every year on the Tuesday following Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Kalamazoo Public Library has joined with the American Library Association and other libraries across the country in the #LibrariesRespond initiative by providing our community with a list of resources and events commemorating the 5th Annual National Day of Racial Healing.
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Recommended Reading
KPL Collections
Local Events
Kalamazoo
Other Michigan Events