Hello! Today we're taking a look at  why it's so hard for many people to talk about race.  You may experience discomfort when the topics arise, and as a result, may avoid it altogether. Having conversations about race is a critical part of racial justice and social equity work, and such conversations require individuals to make intentional efforts  despite  the discomfort they feel. Coming to terms with  why  you may be uncomfortable is an important step.  Today's Challenge activities offer a closer look. If you're just joining us, you can access the previous days' content here .

Read this short article from Newsweek highlighting Angélica Dass' photography project Humanae, which draws attention to the absurdity of traditional concepts of race.

Watch this TEDx Talk by Dr. Amanda Kemp, in which she discusses her process for seeking to understand others and dialogue on discussions about race and other sensitive issues.

Watch this video from Teaching Tolerance with R obin DiAngelo, author of "White Fragility: Why It’s So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism."

If you haven't already, download your 21-Day Challenge Reflection Journal to process. Join our Private Facebook Group where you can engage with other challenge participants! Share your participation on social media with this special graphic and the hashtag #YWCAEquityChallenge Apply our custom Facebook Frame to your profile, which you can see a mockup of here. If you're a group lead and didn't see your Group Toolkit, check your email from Thursday. If you signed up since then, we'll send the toolkit as soon as possible.

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