In a world where the concept of “race” continues to permeate our societies and shape our perceptions, the need for a radical shift in our approach to combating racism has never been more evident. The “Abolishing Racism: Creating a Future without Race” conference is a groundbreaking event that brings together a diverse range of speakers, scholars, artists, and activists who advocate for racial eliminativism — the bold belief that to truly end racism, we must dismantle the very notion of “race” itself.
Conference Schedule
9:15-9:30 | Opening Remarks: Professor Hoda Mahmoudi, Bahá’í Chair for World Peace, University of Maryland |
9:30-10:45 | Morning Keynote: Professor Joseph Graves, North Carolina A&T State University |
10:45 - 11:00 | Coffee Break |
11:00 - 12:30 | Panel One: Philosophy/Theology/Science Professor Jacoby Carter, Howard University Rev. Dr. Starlette Thomas, Good Faith Media Dr. Tade Souaiaia, SUNY Downstate |
12:30 - 1:00 | Lunch |
1:00 - 2:00 | Afternoon Keynote: Dr. Sheena Mason, SUNY Oneonta |
2:00 - 2:15 | Coffee Break |
2:15 - 4:00 | Panel Session Two: Art/Music/Humanities Ms. Angélica Daas, Humanæ Project Dr. Anika Prather, The Catholic University of America Mr Greg Thomas, Jazz Leadership Project Dr Carlos Hoyt, PhD, LICSW, Psychotherapy |Diversity Equity & Inclusion |Educational Consultant |
4:00-4:30 | Wrap-Up roundtable Session |
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