Program Overview & Structure
The IMPACT Edition of Unpacking Racism for Action is designed to help comunity 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. Whether you’re new to the topic or looking to enhance your understanding, this learning experience is will guide you through every stage of the racial equity journey. 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
In-Person
- Programming is offered twice a year with fall and spring sessions.
- Each session is delivered over the course of 3 months.
- All trainings are hosted onsite at the museum from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Virtual
- The virtual IMPACT Edition will launch April 2025.
- The virtual program is a 5-week experience with both asynchronous and synchronous learning components.
- Applications for the Spring 2025 virtual course are now being accepted.
Applications for spring 2025 virtual cohort
The application for the Spring 2025 virtual cohort is open for new submissions! The virtual IMPACT Edition 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 you 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. The dates for the Spring 2025 live virtual discussions are listed below.
- IMPACT Edition Module 1 Live Session: Thursday, April 3, 2025
- IMPACT Edition Module 2 Live Session: Thursday, April 10, 2025
- IMPACT Edition Module 3 Live Session: Thursday, April 17, 2025
- IMPACT Edition Module 4 Live Session: Thursday, April 24, 2025
- IMPACT Edition Module 5 Live Session: Thursday, May 1, 2025
To ensure privacy and full participation, please note that these discussions are not recorded.
Click below for instructions on how to apply for the Spring 2025 virtual IMPACT Edition!
informational webinars
Join an upcoming informational webinar to learn more about the Unpacking Racism for Action IMPACT Edition program. Click below to register to attend an informational webinar for the Spring 2025 Virtual IMPACT training course.
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.
