Elon University continues its tradition of observing the National Day of Racial Healing on January 16th, 2024. The Office of Inclusive Excellence Education and Development, in partnership with the Center for Race, Ethnicity and Diversity Education (CREDE), will host a “How We Heal” community dinner and dialogue.
This event facilitates open dialogue, allowing participants to listen, reflect, and develop actionable steps towards Elon’s vision of Inclusive Excellence. These activities align with Elon’s core values of respecting diversity and fostering meaningful relationships, particularly crucial in the current social climate.
Established in 2017 by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation, the National Day of Racial Healing is a call to action, part of the foundation’s Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation effort. This national initiative promotes community-based processes for transformative and sustainable change through understanding, trust, and strong relationships.
Logo for the National Day of Racial Healing, emphasizing truth, racial healing, and transformation.
Since 2022, Elon University has demonstrated a commitment to hosting events for the National Day of Racial Healing. The day provides a dedicated space for individuals to share experiences and perspectives, fostering stronger relationships across racial identities. It’s a time for reflection and a collective reset for the future.
The National Day of Racial Healing highlights the importance of building bridges through shared stories and thoughtful reflection, emphasizing the ongoing journey towards collective healing and reconciliation.
The “How We Heal” community dinner and dialogue, scheduled for January 16th from 5:30 to 7:00 PM in McKinnon Hall, offers a structured environment for engaging with the day’s themes. The event aims to foster shared humanity and inspire collaborative action towards a more just and equitable world. Space is limited, and registration is required. This event aims to provide a space for reflecting on shared values and collaboratively creating a blueprint for healing and building a more equitable future.