7th Annual Building Power Conference - 2024

The mission of Building Power is to center community knowledge in the fight against white extremism. Often in academic spaces, we do not learn from the activists, community leaders and organizers doing the work in our communities. We want to flip this narrative and provide a space for community leaders to be the teachers, and for students to engage in this type of learning in an accessible way. This year, we will be engaging in conversations and learning on disability justice, sustaining communities, and community organizing.



Community Rising: Uniting Power and Resistance for Collective Liberation (Morning Session)

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School of Social Work Building Byron Brooks

In this breakout session, we will delve into the transformative potential of community organizing and political engagement in the pursuit of collective liberation. Focused on the theme of "Building Power: Resistance in the Face of Political Injustice," we will explore the dynamic interplay between grassroots organizing and political action as essential strategies for resisting injustices and fostering sustainable communities.

Through interactive discussions, case studies, and practical examples, we will examine the critical role of community organizing in challenging systemic oppression and advocating for social change. We will explore the power of collective action, coalition-building, and grassroots movements in amplifying marginalized voices and dismantling unjust structures.

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