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Racial Justice MasterClass

The Racial Justice MasterClass is a unique program for corporations and other organizations interested in advancing their work in diversity, equity and inclusion and moving toward racial justice.

The MasterClass is designed to be a continuation in the historical recovery journey and opportunity to join with others in the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ to network and advance racial equity. The masterclass will include three educational and inspiring events that will propel you to think differently and make a greater impact in our »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ.

MasterClass Sessions

The Racial Justice MasterClass is a unique program for individuals, corporations, and other organizations interested in advancing their work in diversity, equity and inclusion and moving toward racial justice. The MasterClass is designed to be a continuation in the historical recovery journey and opportunity to join with others in the »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ to network and advance racial equity. The masterclass will include three educational and inspiring events that will propel you to think differently and make a greater impact in our »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ.

Take action with your organization and join the 2024 RJI MasterClass series. The MasterClass includes three thought-provoking encounters.

MasterClass sessions include a 45-minute educational presentation by Dr. Williams with a Q&A session to follow. Optional supplementary materials will be suggested.

In addition, join us for an in-person "After Class" Social to meet Dr. Williams and others committed to racial justice in our »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ while enjoying appetizers and refreshments.

January 2025: MLK Jr. Day

  • January 16, 2:30-4 p.m.: Join our virtual celebration and special presentation featuring Dr. Williams' new adapted book King: A Life

February 2025: Black History Month

  • February 18, noon-1 p.m.: Participate in a MasterClass virtual education session.
  • February 26, 6-7:30 p.m.: Join our AfterClass: Black History Month Jubilee Celebration at St. Thomas.

June 2025: Celebrating Juneteenth

  • June 17, noon-1 p.m.: Join our Juneteenth MasterClass virtual education session.

Don't miss these transformative experiences

How To Participate

  • Corporate Partners

    Inquire for pricing and details.

    Join us as a corporate partner and receive the following benefits:

    • Unlimited participants from your organization may attend the MasterClass education session and AfterClass social
    • Sponsorship of non-profit leaders, educators, and other racial justice »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ leaders to attend free of charge
    • Logo and verbal recognition in the MasterClass education session and AfterClass social, as well as credit on the Racial Justice Initiative website
    • Opportunity to have presence at AfterClass social, if desired
  • Community Members, Non-Profit Leaders and Educators

    Inquire for pricing and details.

    Thanks to the generous support of our corporate partners, we are pleased to offer complimentary registration to »Æ¹ÏÊÓƵ leaders, non-profit leaders, educators, and other individuals to attend virtual MasterClass sessions and AfterClass socials.

Thank you to our MasterClass sponsors

  • Delta Dental logo

    Delta Dental

  • GHR Foundation Logo

    GHR Foundation

  • Hennepin County logo

    Hennepin County

  • Minneapolis Downtown Council logo

    Minneapolis Downtown Council

  • US Bank Logo

    US Bank Law Division

Contact

Please contact Sara Cotter at sara.cotter@stthomas.edu for additional information on MasterClass including corporate sponsorships, customized engagements, non-profit rates, and complimentary registration for educators.