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  • Robert Reich Livestream

    ProgressiveForum website

    Robert Reich will discuss his new book, The System: Who Rigged It, How We Fix It. A free livestream interview with Progressive Forum founder, Randall Morton. To register & for […]

    Free

  • Is This Really A Racial Reckoning?

    by zoom--link on website Houston

    Join the Rothko Chapel and the Bernard and Audre Rapoport Center for Human Rights and Justice at the University of Texas at Austin for the 6th annual Frances Tarlton “Sissy” Farenthold Endowed Lecture in Peace, Social Justice and Human Rights.

    The 2020 Farenthold Lecture will kick-off a series of Rothko Chapel programs exploring the past, present, and future of civil and human rights in this country. Which rights are particularly at-risk in today’s society, and how can we become more effective advocates and activists as we work to undo injustice and create a society of equality and equity? A moderated Q&A session by ABC13’s news anchor Melanie Lawson follows the lecture.

    Free

  • National Activism Day

     Given recent events, many of us have felt that more participation in activism is needed to actually make a difference within our community, our nation, and our government. With that said, we decided to create a national holiday that commemorates the work of leading activists and encourages more participation within the field of activism, especially within the United States.

    Free

  • NETWORKS’s Nuns on the Bus: The Virtual Tour

    by zoom--link on website Houston

    NETWORK's Nuns of the Bus is coming to Houston (Virtually)!For more info or to register go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0odeipqTgtG93vaVAXDTGLL79FZzPCpVAc   Join Sr. Simone Campbell and the Nuns on the Bus for a Town Hall for Spirit-Filled Voters. While this town hall is virtual, it is intended especially for those who live in the Houston-Metropolitan Area. Spirit-Filled […]

    Free

  • Building Black and Asian Solidarity: Women Leading Across Race, History, and Culture

    by zoom--link on website Houston

    During the current challenging times, solidarity, support, and strength between all communities are imperative to move the nation forward in the right direction. Join Asia Society as inspirational women leaders explore the depth of Black and Asian American experiences in the country, discuss how to overcome racial conflict and division between communities, and share their hopes for cross-racial understanding and collaboration as we build a just and equitable future together.

    Free

  • The Structure of Racism

    Zoom Event

    Please join the Dominican Sisters of Houston and the Center for the Healing of Racism on Saturday, October 10, 2020, 1-3 PM, for “The Structure of Racism,” a Zoom presentation examining the structural and psychological causes and consequences of prejudice and discrimination. The workshop will be led by Dr. Craig Oettinger who will discuss these persistent patterns and — with the help of the audience — explore how change is possible.

    Free. Donations appreciated. RSVP required

  • Rain Barrels for The Houston-Area Community

    The Interfaith Environmental Network of Houston and Galveston Bay Foundation invite all houses of worship and their members in Houston, alongside any interested Houstonians, to a rain barrel workshop.

    $35

  • Houston Racial Reconciliation Workshop ONLINE

    by zoom--link on website Houston

    Expect to dig deep as we look through the lens of history, as well as the events we are experiencing today, to understand how race remains a salient factor in shaping our society.

    Throughout the course, we will actively build relationships as we participate and engage one another through conversation, experiences, and learning in a Gospel centered environment.

  • MFAH Virtual Films: Native Son

    The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston 1001 Bissonnet, Houston

    Richard Wright’s widely praised 1940 novel exposed the injustices of Black urban life. Bigger Thomas,in prison for murder and sentenced to death, reflects back on the circumstances that led to his incarceration. This new restoration of the 1951 screen adaptation, in the film-noir genre, stars author Richard Wright as Bigger Thomas, and is being released in its original length for the first time. This new restoration of the 1951 film version is preceded by a special filmed introduction by film historians Eddie Muller (Film Noir Foundation) and Jacqueline Najuma Stewart, courtesy of Turner Classic Movies.

    $10

  • MFAH Virtual Films: Nationtime – Gary

    Museum of Fine Arts Houston 1001 Bissonnet St, , Houston

    In March 1972, an estimated 10,000 Black politicians, activists, artists, and performers congregated at the National Black Political Convention in Gary, Indiana. Attendees included Amiri Baraka, Dick Gregory, Isaac Hayes, Rev. Jesse Jackson, Coretta Scott King, and Bobby Seale. William Greaves (1926–2014), the established documentarian of Black history, culture and politics, directed a camera crew and captured it all. Narrated by Sidney Poitier with poetry recited by Harry Belafonte, the film was thought at the time to be too radical for television broadcast and was drastically edited. Now restored to its original length, this essential documentary reveals a rousing, at times contentious, yet undeniably significant historical event.

    $10

  • Waking News!

    Center for the Healing of Racism 3412 Crawford Street, Houston, TX

    Come share an article you found in a magazine, journal, or online resource relating to discrimination, oppression, or any forms of racism. Then join us in a lively discussion where we engage in the complexities of racism and how we can all heal from it.

    Free. Donations appreciated. RSVP required

  • Taking Time to Exhale: A Zoom Workshop for Healing

    So many have expressed feeling as though we have been holding our breath throughout 2020.  Between the individual and collective stress of a global pandemic, the murder of George Floyd and the national election we know people have high emotions. For this reason, the Center for the Healing of Racism will hold a safe space […]

    Free. Donations appreciated

  • Fall 2020 Interfaith Environmental Stewardship Event

    Willow Waterhole Greenspace 5300 Dryad, Houston

    Fall 2020 Interfaith Environmental Stewardship Event Sunday, November 8, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. Calling people of all faiths or no faith at all in Houston to care for our shared environment!  We will engage […]

    Free

  • Mother I Am Suffocating. This Is My Last Film About You. Presented by Houston Cinema Arts Festival 2020

    Eventive

    For the Houston Cinema Arts Festival 2020, Houston Cinema Arts Society features virtual and drive-in screenings of films in addition to live stream performances, interactive experiences, and Q&A and panels. This year, HCAF celebrates "Urbana," inspired by the globally popular Spanish-language genre música Urbana, which has its origin in African and the trans-Atlantic slave trade.

    Free

  • The 24th presented by Houston Cinema Arts Festival 2020

    Eventive

    For the Houston Cinema Arts Festival 2020, Houston Cinema Arts Society features virtual and drive-in screenings of films in addition to live stream performances, interactive experiences, and Q&A and panels. This year, HCAF celebrates "Urbana," inspired by the globally popular Spanish-language genre música Urbana, which has its origin in African and the trans-Atlantic slave trade.

    $10.00

  • Landfall presented by Houston Cinema Arts Festival 2020

    Eventive

    For the Houston Cinema Arts Festival 2020, Houston Cinema Arts Society features virtual and drive-in screenings of films in addition to live stream performances, interactive experiences, and Q&A and panels. This year, HCAF celebrates "Urbana," inspired by the globally popular Spanish-language genre música Urbana, which has its origin in African and the trans-Atlantic slave trade.

    $10

  • Native American Heritage Month: A Discussion on Indian Tribal Law

    Please join the Center for the Healing of Racism for a virtual celebration of Native American Heritage Month on Thursday, November 19, 2020, 6:00-8:00pm via Zoom.  Dr. Carol Harvey (Yaniza Kinlichini), […]

    Free. Donations appreciated

  • Pier Kids presented by Houston Cinema Arts Festival 2020

    Eventive

    For the Houston Cinema Arts Festival 2020, Houston Cinema Arts Society features virtual and drive-in screenings of films in addition to live stream performances, interactive experiences, and Q&A and panels. This year, HCAF celebrates "Urbana," inspired by the globally popular Spanish-language genre música Urbana, which has its origin in African and the trans-Atlantic slave trade.

    $10.00

  • Waking News!

    Center for the Healing of Racism 3412 Crawford Street, Houston, TX

    Come share an article you found in a magazine, journal, or online resource relating to discrimination, oppression, or any forms of racism. Then join us in a lively discussion where we engage in the complexities of racism and how we can all heal from it.

    Free. Donations appreciated. RSVP required

  • Peacemaker Awards Ceremony 2020

    2020 Peacemaker Award Ceremony

    Zoom Event

    Please join us online SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5th as we celebrate our
    National and Local Peacemaker Award Recipients!

  • HPJC Quarterly Board Meeting

    Zoom

    Please join the Houston Peace & Justice Center for our Quarterly Board Meeting. Organizational members are asked to send a representative to each Quarterly Board Meeting. Individual members are always welcome to attend. We will be discussing Officers for 2021 and other agenda items.

    Free

  • Christmas at the Jail VIII

    Bering Memorial United Church of Christ 1440 Harold St., Houston, TX, United States

    Just because COVID has eliminated visits to inmates at the jail this year, we want to remember that children are still missing their incarcerated loved ones. Michael would expect us to continue his tradition. Therefore, the program has adjusted to make sure some kids get a gift from Santa, and if possible the family gets a gift certificate for Christmas dinner.

    Free

  • Prayer to End Human Trafficking

    Zoom

    Join the Dominican Sisters of Houston on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at 9am as they gather virtually for Prayer to End Human Trafficking.

  • The Radical King and the Quest to Change America

    Today MLK is celebrated for his 'dream' of a just America, but by the end of his career King was calling for a "radical reconstruction" of the United States. What compelled the transformation of King's ideas and what do they tell us about our society today? Join the Rothko Chapel for our livestream 2021 Annual MLK Birthday Celebration featuring Princeton University professor of African-American Studies Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor who will engage these questions in hopes of unlocking the ideas and strategies necessary to enact effective and lasting change the United States.

    Free

  • 43rd Annual “Original” MLK Day Parade & Holiday Celebration

    Online

    On January 18, 2021 the Houston Black Heritage Society will celebrate its 43rd Annual “Original” MLK Day Parade and Holiday Celebration. Due to COVID-19 and the commitment to prioritizing the health and safety of our fellow citizens in the community, the City of Houston and the Black Heritage Society’s 2021 Annual “Original” MLK Day Parade will broadcast live on virtual platforms for this year. 

    Free

  • A Celebration of Dr. King’s Birthday

    Center for the Healing of Racism 3412 Crawford Street, Houston, TX

    Please join the Center for the Healing of Racism on Monday, January 18, 2021, 6:00 to 8:00 PM as two extraordinary women discuss internalizing Dr. King’s messages of hope and healing. […]

    Free. Donations appreciated. RSVP required