The Corporate Equity Center at the National Civil Rights Museum is excited to announce that applications for the highly anticipated Virtual Unpacking Racism for Action IMPACT Edition are now being accepted. The IMPACT Edition of Unpacking Racism for Action is designed to help community members, career professionals, and organizational leaders gain deeper insight into the roots of racism, its impact on society, and the role we each play in advancing racial equity in our workplaces and communities.  

Course Structure 
The virtual IMPACT Edition program provides participants with a flexible learning format that includes: 

• Expert-Led Sessions: Learn from seasoned facilitators with deep expertise in racial justice, inclusion, and equity work. 
• Accessible Content: Self-paced content that fits into your busy schedule. 
• Impactful Learning: Dive into dynamic weekly discussions, case studies, and reflective exercises that will deepen your understanding of racial inequities and equip you to act. 
• Actionable Insights: Walk away with concrete strategies to advance racial equity in your organization, community, and personal life. 

The five-week virtual experience features both synchronous and asynchronous content, including weekly live discussions for deeper learning. These interactive discussions will provide participants with a chance to ask questions, hear diverse perspectives, and build community with other participants. All live discussions will kick off at 6:00 PM CT/7:00 PM ET and last no longer than 75 minutes each. Dates for the Spring 2025 virtual discussions can be found here.  

Who Should Apply? 
Whether you’re new to the topic or looking to deepen your understanding, this learning experience will guide you through every stage of the racial equity journey. This course is open to anyone who is eager to learn, whether you’re a professional looking to implement equity-driven policies in your organization or an individual seeking to engage more effectively in conversations about race. We welcome applicants from all sectors and backgrounds. 

How to Apply: 
Interested participants can submit their application through the link below. The application process is simple—just fill out a short form and tell us why you’re interested in the course and what you hope to gain. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage early submission. The final application deadline is Sunday, March 16, 2025, and the course start date is Sunday, March 30, 2025.