Program Overview & Structure
The IMPACT Edition of Unpacking Racism for Action educates community members, career professionals, and organizational leaders on implicit bias and systemic racism, providing them with the necessary tools and training to address issues of racism within their community and advocate for racial equity throughout society.
The IMPACT Edition is offered twice a year for in-person participants with fall and spring semesters. Each semester is comprised of six evening sessions (6:00 PM – 8:30 PM) that are delivered over the course of 3 months. Discussion topics include:
- Identity Formation, Intersectionality, & Cultural Identity
- The History of Race in the United States
- Race, Power, and Privilege
- Structural and Institutional Racism
- Challenging Implicit Bias and Microaggressions
- Social Construction of Whiteness
- The Impacts of Anti-Blackness Nationally & Globally
- Racism Beyond Black and White
- Advancing Antiracism & Racial Equity in Our Daily Lives
Applications for spring 2025 virtual cohort
Great news! The Unpacking Racism for Action IMPACT Edition is going virtual this fall! Applications for the Spring 2025 virtual IMPACT Edition will be accepted starting December 1, 2024. Check back soon for details on how to apply!
informational webinars
Join an upcoming informational webinar to learn more about the Unpacking Racism for Action IMPACT Edition program. Informational webinars for the Spring 2025 Virtual IMPACT cohort will take place in December and January 2025. Check back soon for webinar registration details.
Who Should apply
Each cohort is comprised of a diverse group of 20-30 individuals committed to using their skills, experience, and insights to positively contribute to the cohort learning environment and become changemakers within their community. As a community-wide program, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, education levels, industries, and sectors.
Ready to Apply?
Click below to learn how you can apply for the next Unpacking Racism for Action IMPACT Edition cohort.
