Proposal Submission

Proposal Submissions are Closed.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY 12pm NOON ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Potential workshop ideas for generating topics (but are not limited to):

Race, racism and racial justice / Cultural Wealth / Intersectionality / Politics of health care / Reproductive justice / Coalition building across differences / Community organizing and activism / Intersectional feminism / Citizenship, border walls, xenophobia, and immigration justice / DACA and AB 540 / Refugees / Sanctuary movement / Deconstructing dehumanization, disposability, and othering / Poetry and art as resistance / Queer resistance / Ethnic studies in K-12 / Critical race theory / Fascism and anti-fascist movements / Radical democracy, voting rights, countering voter suppression / Active anti-racism and whiteness -- addressing white fragility, white rage, white privilege /Housing insecurity / Community accountability /Prison industrial complex / Restorative justice, transformative justice, abolition / Decolonization / Food sovereignty / Body positivity and body justice / Liberation theology / Alternative media / Independent media and challenging disinformation / Economic justice / Reparations / Accessibility and disability justice / Neurodiversity / Mental health / Self care, wellness, and sustainable activism

Potential presentation formats include but are not limited to:

Speakers: Invite scholars, activists, and artists who can provide insights into the cultural wealth model and its implications for understanding race.

Panel Discussions: Organize panels featuring community leaders, educators, and individuals from various cultural backgrounds to share their experiences and perspectives on cultural wealth.

Workshops and Art Exhibits: Host workshops that allow participants to engage with different cultures through art, music, cuisine, and interactive activities.

(Counter)Storytelling Sessions: Provide a platform for individuals to share personal stories that highlight the positive impact of cultural wealth in their lives.

Networking and Collaboration Opportunities: Create spaces for participants to connect, fostering cross-cultural understanding and collaboration.