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Sep
6

When "Just Getting Along" Isn't Enough: Is belonging possible in a world rooted in othering?

What if the very indigestibility of the other calls for new ways of framing identity and the promise of politics? Where are the thirst-quenching waters in a time of fire and fury? Is belonging possible in a world rooted in othering?
Aug
25

Visionary Frameworks: Radical Embodiment and Systems Change

This workshop will feature Marina Magalhães and will be centered on the topic of Radical Embodiment and Systems Change.
Aug
9

The 'Perfect' Baby?: The Dangers of Gene Editing in Assisted Reproduction

Gene editing technology like CRISPR may have potential to treat diseases, but does editing future generations go too far? Join renowned bioethicist Françoise Baylis, reproductive justice activist Nourbese Flint, and disability rights scholar and activist Karen Nakamura for a conversation about the serious societal and ethical implications of human gene editing in the context of assisted reproductive technology.
Aug
8

OBI Presents: Recharge

There is so much in our histories and communities that inspires us, but even still, many of us face despair and depletion in the face of multiplying crises. We invite you to join us in co-creating an online gathering to help us nourish our selves, our communities and our planet. Entry is limited to 200 guests, so reserve your slots soon.
Jul
28

Harms of Housing: A California Reparations Task Force Sponsored Virtual Listening Session

The purpose of the Listening Session is to come together and share stories about the hardship of seeking and maintaining housing as a Black person living in California. Housing policies and restrictions based on racial identity are part of the...
Jul
27

H.O.L.L.A! Healing Justice Is Our Strategy

We hope you'll join us for Visionary Frameworks, a monthly online workshop series learning from organizers, artists, and researchers who are putting visionary frameworks for change into action. Our next workshop is on July 27 from 12 - 1PM PT...
Jul
7

Creating a Community Resource Hub: Defundpolice.org

In the Othering & Belonging Institute's third Visionary Frameworks workshop, hear from research collective members of defundpolice.org about how they created an ever-evolving set of tools and resources for organizers and advocates working to defund the police. You'll learn how...
Jun
28

Radical Belonging and Bridging: A Path Forward for Societies in Crisis?

Today, we are facing a 'superstorm' of challenges, including polarization, rising authoritarianism, the global climate crisis, inequality, structural racism, and group-based hate, among others. This requires a coordinated response and for civic leaders from all walks of life to be...
Jun
7

Bay Area Housing Finance Authority Listening Sessions

Provide your input on the equity goals, objectives, and metrics that the Bay Area Housing Finance Authority (BAHFA) will use to design its future programming at three upcoming online public listening sessions.
May
23

Visionary Frameworks: A Monthly Workshop Series

Join us every month to learn from organizers, artists and researchers who are putting visionary frameworks for change into action.
May
16

Community Policing Uncovered: How Surveillance, Displacement and Counterinsurgency Happens in Our Cities

Our communities know how brutal our police systems are and have been rising up to demand new visions of community safety and care.
May
6

Democracy Set Aflame: Is Polarization Really the Problem?

Join us on Friday, May 6 at 4pm inside UC Berkeley's Sutardja Dai Hall to hear two incredible longtime organizers and thought leaders as they discuss polarization, democracy, and our current moment.
Apr
26

Two Decades After 9/11: Islamophobia and State Violence in the War on Terror

Join us for a book talk with Dr. Maha Hilal where we'll be discussing her new book Innocent Until Proven Muslim: Islamophobia, the War on Terror, and the Muslim Experience Since 9/11. We'll be exploring the last two decades following 9/11 and the origins of the War on Terror, and what is needed to create a better future for all.
Apr
21

Curriculum Launch: Teaching for Racial Equity & Housing Justice

Join us for the release of curriculum and resources on teaching for racial equity and housing justice designed in collaboration with Bay Area teachers.
Apr
13

Performance: bone black: a ritual reading for bell hooks

bone black is a ritual performance reading for the late black feminist writer and theorist, bell hooks/Gloria Jean Watkins(1952-2021). The performance will feature 69 black women of all genders who will serve as live and virtual ritual readers reciting hooks’ prolific body of work.