The free, well-received Race, Religion, and Politics series will conclude this autumn. Prior participation is not required to join the upcoming workshops. Dr. Matthew Hughey, professor of sociology at the University of Connecticut and prolific author is returning to facilitate on the following two dates:
Saturday, Sept. 28, from 12 to 1:30 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 27, from 3 to 4:30 p.m., both at the Granby Senior Center.
The first two workshops helped to make participants aware of unseen social forces and structures at work in our nation. They revealed common-sense ways of talking about race in a culture that attempts to make racism invisible.
Some of the audience responses were: “It gave me a broader way to think about ‘race’ and made me question my assumptions;” “The give and take with the audience was very helpful,” and “Dynamic presentation!”
The remaining workshops will focus on the impact of the intersection of religion and politics on our culture. Granby Racial Reconcilitation (GRR) sponsors this program to support its “purpose to raise awareness and continue the conversation on racial justice in our community so that Granby can be a great place for everyone.” Easy registration is through the GRR website, Granbyrr.com Please join us!