The Supreme Court’s ruling protects birthright citizenship, a right guaranteed by the 14th Amendment. While we are celebrating this ruling, we must remain rooted in our advocacy and vigilant in our watch as attempts to dismantle the country’s civil rights architecture will continue.

Eric Ward (@bulldogshadow.bsky.social) didn’t grow up with policy memos or white papers. He grew up on the streets of Los Angeles, where “governance” didn’t feel like a system—it felt like a shadow.

📣 This Wednesday, catch our Co-ED, Shari Davis, talking about #cogovernance & #economicdemocracy! RSVP at raceand.org/democracyis

Democracy is not something to be “received.” Democracy is something that we actively do, build, and govern—together. Don’t miss the third conversation in our #RaceAnd DemocracyIs: series, featuring racial equity practitioners across government, community organizing, research, and policy.

#Pride is the courage to show up as you are. The courage to exist fully, publicly, and without apology. This is how we’ve pushed this country closer to a more just, multiracial democracy.

ATTENTION SMALL BUSINESSES! Race Forward is now accepting applications to join the exhibition/vendor hall at #FacingRace26 in Raleigh. NOW THROUGH JULY 15: Vendors can save 50% on single tables!

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Stories, perceptions, and clichés all play a role in shaping our worldview. That's why we need new narratives to change how we understand systemic racism. Join us for our training on narrative change, and see how you can be an advocate for racial equity. https://racialequitytrainings.org/LL72226

When our national parks are attacked and hollowed out and our history is censored, we all lose. #America433 is a coalition of former National Park Rangers and advocates building a national movement to protect public lands and restore public history across parks and public institutions.

Justice. Belonging. Liberation. These are the values that must guide our democracy if it's going to work for everyone. Our second #DemocracyIs: conversation will highlight ways communities are building solidarity to fight back against authoritarianism.

There's more than one way to get to #FacingRace26! Race Forward is looking for volunteers to support the nation's largest, bi-annual conference for racial conference. As a volunteer, you'll have opportunities to connect with other attendees and work with Race Forward staff and Board members.

Juneteenth and July 4th arrive within weeks of each other, close enough to force a choice about what kind of freedom story we intend to tell, and who we intend to tell it for. Race Forward President Glenn Harris reflects on the intersection of #Juneteenth and America's 250th anniversary.

Race Forward is excited to welcome Courtney Napier as our local coordinator for #FacingRace26! Previously a host committee member in 2020, Courtney will lead Facing Race's community planning efforts to bring Raleigh's diverse culture front and center to attendees from around the nation.

Juneteenth is our time to celebrate Black Americans who are rebuilding power and repairing harm to achieve bold visions for their communities. Join Race Forward for our 1st conversation in the #RaceAnd DemocracyIs: series, featuring strategies for translating community power into community wealth.

Last week leaders from Race Forward led panel discussions at @netrootsnation.bsky.social, a conference that brings advocates for progressive causes from around the country. #NN26

Book Report: The Lavender Scare: The Cold War Persecution of Gays and Lesbians in the Federal Government by Dr. David K. Johnson (University of Chicago Press) 1. Please share this important history 2. For 950+ book recommendations follow me on Goodreads

Juneteenth is the day to honor that history with our newly designed Freedom Day merch. Take a look the latest: 🖤 Shirts ❤️ Hats ❤️ And more Celebrate Freedom Day. Remember the history. Wear the legacy. Shop the collection today! https://store.raceforward.org/

Now is the time for us to have an honest conversation on what it means to be American. "#RaceAnd DemocracyIs:" is our new conversation series that will focus on the different pathways to define what a just, multiracial democracy should be for the next 250 years.

Over 400 people from across the racial justice movement attended Race Forward's first ever #JustNarratives convening. Held November 13-15 in St. Louis, Just Narratives brought together movement builders to form connections across communities and to build power for transformational change.

For generations, Black communities kept the truth of Juneteenth alive through storytelling and organizing long before federal recognition. Honor that legacy with our #Juneteenth collection featuring newly designed shirts, hats, sweaters and more. store.raceforward.org

Today we’re showing our appreciation for Story Stitchers, an artist collective who were an integral part of the Cultural Week of Action kick-off party and Facing Race in 2024. Photo Source: Myrina “Renaissance” Otey-Myton

Race Forward offers scholarship opportunities to make #FacingRace26 accessible for attendees. Full or partial scholarships cover registration for the nation’s largest, multi-generational racial justice conference.

Artists, cultural workers, and organizers keep meeting this moment with creativity and collective action. Here are some of the efforts underway + how you can plug in. https://movementsuperpowers.substack.com/p/turning-creativity-into-action @raceforward.org @genzforchange.org

In this critical moment, #FacingRace26 is still here. The nation’s largest bi-annual conference for racial justice stands as a space where community organizers, activists, artists, educators, and movement makers converge to build power and develop strategies to advance the movement.

Authoritarianism is on the rise. But resistance research is rising even higher to meet its challenges. Our next #RaceAnd conversation will show you how to leverage research strategies to: – Expose fascist repression – Disrupt harm and violence – Build alternatives that shift power to communities

CALLING ALL FILMMAKERS Race Forward is pleased to be co-curating #RaceFlicks with Working Films, a national leader in the use of documentaries for social change and environmental justice. #FacingRace26

Years ago, Dennis Banks, co-founder of the American Indian Movement, asked me a question I have never been able to put down: What are you about? I wrote a short reflection on that question and what it means to stay grounded when fear wants us smaller. open.substack.com/pub/erickwar...

We know that building narrative power calls for us to lead with values and vision. But what does that look like in practice? This week’s #RaceAnd session will share insights from racial justice leaders who leverage various mediums to implement narrative strategies in critical issue areas.

New episode of Momentum: A Race Forward Podcast! Leah Obias of Race Forward speaks with Abre' Conner of the NAACP about the rapid expansion of AI data centers and the growing concerns surrounding transparency, environmental impact, governance, and public accountability.

#FacingRace26 gives you the opportunity to promote your work or sell products in our marketplace, open throughout the conference. From full booths to bag inserts, we offer an array of vending and sponsorship solutions to help you reach over 3,500 individuals working to advance racial justice.

As authoritarianism escalates, building narrative power is more important than ever. On 5/14, BMSG’s Pamela Mejia will be presenting for @raceforward.org's #RaceAnd webinar series. Mejia & other narrative experts will provide guidance for use in the field. Register: vist.ly/53tuf

What narratives have been effective in advancing solidarity and equity? Session 2 of our #RaceAnd series will explore challenges in the field of narrative power building, with best practices and strategies for cultivating collaboration. Join us tomorrow! https://raceand.org/narrativepower

Want to help make Facing Race a valuable conference experience for other attendees? Sign up to be a volunteer with our event staff! As a volunteer, you'll work alongside Race Forward staff to support anything and everything—from pre-conference preparation to registration, workshops, and more.

Building narrative power starts by design. Our first #RaceAnd session will sharpen your knowledge and capacity to design narrative interventions that move people and organizations towards systemic change. Get started with us THIS Thursday! raceand.org/narrativepower

The season five finale of Momentum: A Race Forward Podcast features a conversation with @alokvmenon.bsky.social, recorded at #JustNarratives 2025. In discussion with Nikko Viquiera, ALOK explores storytelling as a tool for challenging dominant narratives around identity, power, and belonging.

ATTENTION SMALL BUSINESSES! Race Forward is now accepting applications to join the exhibition/vendor hall at #FacingRace26 in Raleigh. At the nation's largest, bi-annual conference dedicated to racial justice, your business has opportunities to promote your work or sell products in our marketplace.

The elite billionaire class and aligned political actors have had far too much political influence. On May 1—International Worker’s Day, organizers, educators, social justice organizations, and everyday people and workers will demand that we put workers over billionaires. #MayDay

On Wednesday, the SCOTUS severely crippled the Voting Rights Act of 1965 when they targeted a key provision that ensured Black people have political power in the United States. This decision will not only affect the state’s citizens; it has implications for Black and Brown people across the country.

THIS #MAYDAY, ITS WORKERS OVER BILLIONAIRES!

Organizers in Pittsburgh are building community power to win common-sense solutions like building new permanently affordable homes through community land trusts and co-ops. Leeretta Payne shares how her community is advancing equitable housing solutions. #HousingJusticeIsRacialJustice

Race Forward stands with and in support of the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC). The administration’s attack on this stalwart civil rights organization is clearly retaliation against those who fight for justice and democracy. Read our full statement: www.raceforward.org/press/releas...

The Fair Housing Act of 1968 protects against discrimination in how people sell, buy, or finance their homes. Despite its intentions, housing still remains segregated nationwide. Threats from the current administration put housing further at risk.

Advance your impact with Race Forward's Power Building for Racial Equity (PRE) training. The PRE is designed for practitioners who have built foundational knowledge in racial equity and are ready to deepen their skills.

Need help attending Facing Race this year? Race Forward is offering need-based scholarship opportunities for individuals. Learn more about eligibility on the Facing Race website. Resources are limited so we encourage you to apply early! facingrace.us/scholarships

Despite being a nation with the resources needed to realize just and sustainable housing for all, our government’s policies have created a racialized, two-tiered system where millions face homelessness and housing instability. #FairHousingMonth

#FacingRace26 is 7 months away—but it can’t happen without you! Race Forward has several ways you can get to the largest, bi-annual conference for racial justice.

When we build narrative power, we build strategies that create just and equitable policies, systems, and institutions. Our latest #RaceAnd is a four-part series that’ll show you how to build narratives for solidarity and systems change.

Organizers and elected leaders in Meadville, Pennsylvania, are building multi-racial solidarity and community power to win common-sense solutions like building new permanently affordable homes through community land trusts. Mayor Jaime Kinder shares her vision for housing justice in this interview.

Systemic racism is often reproduced through "objective" decisions. But decision-making never happens without context. Decision-Making for Racial Equity is a training where you can develop a framework for disrupting dominant decision-making methods.

[email protected] continues to use housing justice narratives rooted in arts and culture strategies to center working-class tenants. They also expose the harms of corporate landlords while uplifting community-led solutions like stronger tenant protections and funding social housing.