This a meetup group for folks who see racism as a white problem and/or are interested in learning about the systemic role of whiteness in our society. We'll feed y'all (nothing fancy) and let you peruse the largest collection of anti-racist literature in New England (not to mention, you'll meet some great folks). Sometimes we'll have a reading, a talk, a movie and/or sometimes, we'll just put up our feet and rest and/or roll up our sleeves and get our hands dirty ;).

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  • February 9 at 7:00 PM, 11 Knapsackers attended

    Acknowledging Privilege

    They rated it 5.00 5.004 (4 ratings)

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    I am still processing and learning from this meetup, and will be for a very long time to come. ...

    —Angela D

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    It was an excellent workshop, learned a lot, and made great connections. Thanks!

    —Tatiana

  • August 20, 2011 at 6:00 PM, 4 Knapsackers attended

    Shindig at the Catcave
    Announcing a new joint meetup with New Wave Young Boston Feminists! Within New Wave, I have hosted a few events at my apartment affectionately referred to as the... Learn more

  • August 11, 2011 at 6:30 PM, 3 Knapsackers attended

    Book Discussion Series: Uprooting Racism by Paul Kivel (Part Three)

    They rated it 5.00 5.001 (1 ratings)

    In Uprooting Racism, Paul Kivel explores the dynamics of racism from the perspective of a white anti-racist ally. In our concluding meetup for this book discussion, we... Learn more

  • August 2, 2011 at 6:30 PM, 5 Knapsackers attended

    Hip Hop and "Bongo Flava" from East Africa

    They rated it 5.00 5.001 (1 ratings)

    Come enjoy Hip Hop and Bongo Flava music from Tanzania! We'll watch videos and media and discuss cultural diffusion and subcultural flava. I'll share a glimpse into this... Learn more

  • July 27, 2011 at 6:30 PM, 4 Knapsackers attended

    Book Discussion Series: Uprooting Racism by Paul Kivel (Part Two)

    They rated it 5.00 5.001 (1 ratings)

    In Uprooting Racism, Paul Kivel explores the dynamics of racism from the perspective of a white anti-racist ally. In this meetup we will discuss Part III (Being Allies)... Learn more
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    Patrick Patrick RSVPed Waiting List for Being an Ally
    Tuesday at 10:51 AM
    Patrick
    Feb 29
    Being an Ally
    Wednesday 7:00 PM
    13 attending · 6 waiting
  • New Member
    Patrick Patrick joined
    Tuesday at 10:48 AM
    Patrick
    "I live in Boston and have been active in local pro-democracy movements for over 10 years. Racism, sexism, and other forms of oppression are thriving in Boston, and I want to be part of a group of people that is committed to challenging that reality."
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    Nathalie Nathalie joined
    Monday at 7:18 PM
    Nathalie
    "I'm hoping that people of color are also welcomed in this group."
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    Marty Hellman Marty Hellman RSVPed Waiting List for Being an Ally
    Sunday at 5:22 PM
    Marty Hellman
    Feb 29
    Being an Ally
    Wednesday 7:00 PM
    13 attending · 6 waiting
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    Marty Hellman Marty Hellman joined
    Sunday at 5:22 PM
    Marty Hellman
    "Hi. I am relatively new to this work. I am very interested in learning as much as I can to be a meaningful part of creating change."
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    Amy Heffernan Amy Heffernan joined
    February 16 at 8:47 AM
    Amy Heffernan
    "I am a high school health teacher in Scituate and I live in Dorchester.I have participated in anti-racist training with The People's Institute (New Orleans).I facilitate discussions with my students about race and racism as a part of our curriculum."
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    eric eric joined
    February 14 at 8:12 PM
    eric
    "Hi. I'm Eric and I live in Boston."
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    Michael M Michael M commented on Being an Ally
    February 14 at 7:49 AM
    Michael M

    "I took too long to sign up for the next meeting! I hope that this doesn't mean I won't be seeing some of you again and continuing the conversation. SOMEBODY let me know if room opens up (...please)"

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    Michael M Michael M RSVPed Waiting List for Being an Ally
    February 14 at 7:47 AM
    Michael M
    Feb 29
    Being an Ally
    Wednesday 7:00 PM
    13 attending · 6 waiting
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    February 14 at 7:46 AM
    Michael M
    "This is exactly what needs to be happening all over the city"
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