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Woodbury Racial Equity Collaborative Hosts Community Conversation on Racial Justice with Dr. Yohuru Williams
March 19 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Woodbury, MN — The Woodbury Racial Equity Collaborative (WREC) is proud to announce its upcoming 2025 Speaker Series event, Six Degrees of Segregation, featuring renowned historian and racial justice advocate, Dr. Yohuru Williams. This powerful community conversation will take place on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital Auditorium from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and will include a live presentation, community dinner, and small group discussions.
This free event, part of WREC’s ongoing commitment to advancing racial equity in Woodbury, invites community members to explore the enduring impact of systemic racism across six key areas: employment, housing, education, voting, Jim Crow justice, and public accommodations.
“We believe that providing learning opportunities and community dialogue is essential to building a more inclusive and equitable community,” said Christie Denson, co-Chair of the Woodbury Racial Equity Collaborative and Board Chair of the Woodbury Community Foundation. “Through conversations like these, we will work so that Woodbury remains a place where all voices are heard and valued.”
Dr. Yohuru Williams, Distinguished University Chair and Professor of History at the University of St. Thomas, is also the Founding Director of the university’s Racial Justice Initiative. A nationally recognized scholar, author, and activist, Dr. Williams has been featured on CNN, NPR, and The History Channel, bringing a powerful voice to the conversation around racial justice.
Event Details:
Date: Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (Live Presentation, Community Dinner & Small Group Discussion)
Location: M Health Fairview Woodwinds Hospital Auditorium, 1925 Woodwinds Dr., Woodbury, MN 55125
Cost: Free (Registration Required)
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About the Woodbury Racial Equity Collaborative:
The Woodbury Racial Equity Collaborative is a coalition of local organizations dedicated to promoting racial equity, fostering dialogue, and empowering community members through education and advocacy.
learn more at woodburyequitycollab.com