The enduring impact of racism and hatred is manifesting itself throughout our nation. George Floyd’s unjustified death under police custody in Minneapolis on May 25 set in motion nationwide protests that amplify the gross historical injustices and inequities in the […]

Institute of Wolrd Affairs The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Health Disparities and the Covid-19 Pandemic The Covid-19 pandemic has exposed existing inequalities within and between societies and made them worse. The Institute of World Affairs in partnership with the UWM Center […]

Join us Friday, June 26, 2020, at 11 a.m. in a virtual town hall to discuss a new generation of young leadership embodied in the current mass demonstrations. Our panelists are local activists, officials, and academics who will discuss what is special about this moment, their bold strategies confronting violent and racist structures, and what they think is needed going forward to truly effect the transformation of our institutions.

Sisters like me is an event for Black womxn-identified students to facilitate community and bonding. Join us for an afternoon of Black Girl Magic! Black womxn leaders on and off campus will be facilitating discussions and sharing their experiences with self-care as a radical and important act, especially during this current climate.

Join us in a town hall on Friday, July 17th, to discuss the art of the movement for black lives. Our panelists use their art to powerfully challenge society, uplift black art, and inspire change through a variety of mediums—dance, music, spoken word, visual art and more.