Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion extends into the community as well as the businesses with whom we partner. We want to align and connect with Black-Owned, Women-Owned, and other underrepresented groups’ businesses. This program provides an opportunity for these enterprises to showcase their work in the athletic space, creating exposure to new potential clientele.
White Fragility: Why It’s So Hard for White People to Talk about Racism by Robin DiAngelo
Robin DiAngelo, an antiracist educator challenges white people and their reactions to racial inequality. She explores the phenomenon of white fragility and explains how it is counterproductive when having dialogues about race. DiAngelo breaks down how white fragility develops and persists and offers constructive options to engage in these conversations.
Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?: And Other Conversations About Race by Beverly Tatum
As a psychologist who focuses on the psychological effects of racial identity development, Beverly Tatum encourages everyone who is reluctant to engage in conversations about race and race issues. In this book, she explores self-segregation as a coping mechanism and offers ways to overcome reluctance when it comes to talking about race.
So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo
Each chapter title is a question about race in contemporary America. Oluo outlines her opinions on the topics as well as provides advice for readers when discussing race-related topics, such as how to avoid acting defensive or getting off-topic.
Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates
Ta-Nehisi Coates writes a letter to his son about the feelings, symbolism, and realities associated with being Black in America. Coates connects the racist violence that has been woven into American culture to American history.
The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin
This book is composed of two essays. The first being a letter to James Baldwin’s nephew discussing the central role of race in American history. The second essay explores the relationship between race and religion, highlighting Baldwin’s experience with the Christian church and the Islamic ideas of others
Intersex and Identity by Sharon Preves
Sharon Preves draws upon life history interviews with adults who were treated for intersexuality and explores how they cope with being labeled sexual deviants in a sexually conforming society. Preves examines the ways in which intersex individuals have navigated issues of identity, community, and belonging, and highlights the need for greater understanding and acceptance of intersex conditions in both medical and social contexts.
Books to Help Understand the Abortion Debate in the U.S.
Abortion in America by James C Mohr
Mohr offers a thorough exploration of the history of abortion practices and attitudes in the U.S., tracing its evolution from colonial times to the present day. Mohr emphasizes the multifaceted and contentious nature of the abortion debate, which has been shaped by a range of factors, including politics, religion, gender, class, and race.
Liberty and Sexuality by David Garrow
Garrow explores the legal and political battles surrounding issues such as birth control, abortion, homosexuality, and pornography, and argues that these struggles have been instrumental in shaping American society’s views on sexuality and individual freedom.
Before Roe v. Wade by Linda Greenhouse and Reva Siegel
This book offers a nuanced and complex account of the various factors that contributed to the emergence of the abortion rights movement, including changes in medical practice, the influence of feminist and civil rights activism, and the role of state and local politics.
Abortion & the Politics of Motherhood by Kristin Luker
This book examines the various ways in which both supporters and opponents of abortion have framed the issue in terms of motherhood, highlighting the ways in which the language of motherhood has been used to promote competing visions of women’s roles and responsibilities in society.
Defenders of the Unborn by Daniel K. Williams
Williams explores the diverse range of individuals and organizations that make up the anti-abortion movement and examines the various strategies and tactics they have employed in their efforts to restrict access to abortion.
After Roe by Mary Ziegler
Ziegler examines the ways in which both supporters and opponents of abortion rights have sought to shape public opinion and influence the courts and explores the complex and often fraught relationship between the abortion rights movement and the broader women’s rights movement.
What it Means to Be Human by O. Carter Snead
Snead argues that human dignity and worth are intrinsic to human beings and that we must grapple with the ethical implications of technological advancements that challenge our traditional understanding of what it means to be human.
Twisted: The Tangled History of Black Hair Culture by Emma Dabiri
Through her own hair journey, Dabiri brings insight into the way racism is coded in society’s perception of black hair and how it is often used as an avenue for discrimination. Twisted proves that Black hairstyling culture can be a symbol of Black oppression and liberation.
Things We Lost to The Water by Eric Nguyen
Eric seeks to connect with his roots after seeking refuge and explains how the lack of the Vietnamese community is affected by displacement from the Vietnamese refugee crisis.
Racism Has a Cost for Everyone – Heather McGhee (14:13) – Heather McGhee discusses how racism drains our economic potential and fuels bad policymaking. She expresses how this harms everyone, not just people of color.
Sesame Street Racism Town Hall (21:28) – CNN’s Van Jones and Erica Hill and Sesame Street partner to develop a town hall for children and families entitled “Coming Together: Standing Up to Racism”, which explains racism to children.
How to Overcome Our Biases? Walk Boldly Toward Them – Verna Myers (17:40)– Verna Myers dissects some of the subconscious attitudes we hold toward certain groups. She pleas to her audience to acknowledge biases, expand their social circles to include people who do not look like them, and walk away from their comfort and become uncomfortable so they can become an actor, advocates, and allies.
3 Ways To Be a Better Ally in the Workplace – Melinda Epler (9:30)
Immaculate Perception – Jerry Kang (13:58)
Kang explores the ways in which our perceptions and beliefs are shaped by unconscious biases and stereotypes. He argues that by recognizing these biases and actively seeking out diverse perspectives, we can work towards a more equitable and just society.
Xenophobia against Asian Americans during the Coronavirus crisis (33:15) – D&I Global Chair John Iino and D&I Advisor Iveliz Crespo, present a brief history of discriminatory laws against Asian Americans, discuss the impacts of discrimination against Asian Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic, and conclude with thoughts on how we can support each other during these times.
How to Outsmart Your Own Unconscious Bias | Valerie Alexander | TEDxPasadena – YouTube (17:23)- Valerie Alexander emphasizes the importance of recognizing our own biases and actively seeking out diverse perspectives in order to overcome them and make more informed and equitable decisions.
The Urgency of Intersectionality | Kimberlé Crenshaw (18:49) – Crenshaw discusses the ways in which social justice movements have historically failed to address the unique experiences of individuals with intersecting identities. She argues that an intersectional approach is necessary in order to address the complex and interlocking systems of oppression that shape our society and to ensure that all individuals are able to fully participate in civic life.
Anti Racism Activist & Educator – Jane Elliot (0:47) – Jane Elliot speaks to a group of white people and asks for those individuals who would be happy to receive the same treatment that our black citizens do in this society to stand.
How Can We Win – Kimberly Jones (6:45) – Kimberly Jones gives a passionate and powerful speech in response to the outrage that followed the protests, rioting, and looting in 2020.
Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man – Emmanuel Acho sits down to have conversations with people and to educate people about racism and social injustice by answering the questions that white people are asking.
Episode 1 (9:28) Emmanuel Acho introduces a new series where he addresses questions that white America considers uncomfortable conversation in order to educate and inform those about racism
Episode 2 (12:59) Conversation with Matthew McConaughey about bias and privilege
Episode 3 (9:56) The importance of being intentional in teaching children to see color
Episode 4 (7:25) Emmanuel addresses 3 prevalent topics: the notion of the broken Black family, cultural appropriation, and reverse racism and the 3 components of racism: power, privilege, and prejudice
Episode 5 (13:14) Conversation with interracial couples and their relationship
Episode 5 pt. 2 (3:53) Most important questions to ask in an interracial relationship
Episode 6 (16:42) Conversation with white parents raising Black, white, & mixed children.
Episode 7 (19:29) Conversation with Carl Lentz about religions role in racism
Episode 8 pt.1 (9:10) & Episode 8 pt.2 (10:00) Emmanuel has a conversation with Roger Goodell to talk about kneeling during the national anthem in protest of police brutality
Episode 9 (22:32) Conversation with Petaluma Police Dept about Black Lives Matter, accountability, and defunding the police
Episode 10 (15:21) Conversation with Chelsea Handler about white privilege and cancel culture
Episode 11 (27:28) This conversation is centered on the historical overturning of Roe v Wade
When They See Us (Netflix): Based on the events of the 1989 Central Park jogger case- this miniseries explores the lives of the five Black and Latino male suspects who were falsely accused and then prosecuted on charges related to the rape and assault of a white woman. The show explores themes of systemic racism, police brutality, and the criminal justice system, and sheds light on the impact of wrongful convictions on individuals and communities.
Dear White People (Netflix): Following a group of Black students at a predominantly white Ivy League university as they navigate issues of racism, identity, and activism. The show challenges stereotypes and addresses issues of colorism, privilege, and cultural appropriation, while also exploring the complexities of relationships and personal growth.
White Fragility: Why It’s So Hard for White People to Talk about Racism by Robin DiAngelo
Robin DiAngelo, an antiracist educator challenges white people and their reactions to racial inequality. She explores the phenomenon of white fragility and explains how it is counterproductive when having dialogues about race. DiAngelo breaks down how white fragility develops and persists and offers constructive options to engage in these conversations.
Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?: And Other Conversations About Race by Beverly Tatum
As a psychologist who focuses on the psychological effects of racial identity development, Beverly Tatum encourages everyone who is reluctant to engage in conversations about race and race issues. In this book, she explores self-segregation as a coping mechanism and offers ways to overcome reluctance when it comes to talking about race.
So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo
Each chapter title is a question about race in contemporary America. Oluo outlines her opinions on the topics as well as provides advice for readers when discussing race-related topics, such as how to avoid acting defensive or getting off-topic.
Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates
Ta-Nehisi Coates writes a letter to his son about the feelings, symbolism, and realities associated with being Black in America. Coates connects the racist violence that has been woven into American culture to American history.
The Fire Next Time by James Baldwin
This book is composed of two essays. The first being a letter to James Baldwin’s nephew discussing the central role of race in American history. The second essay explores the relationship between race and religion, highlighting Baldwin’s experience with the Christian church and the Islamic ideas of others
Intersex and Identity by Sharon Preves
Sharon Preves draws upon life history interviews with adults who were treated for intersexuality and explores how they cope with being labeled sexual deviants in a sexually conforming society. Preves examines the ways in which intersex individuals have navigated issues of identity, community, and belonging, and highlights the need for greater understanding and acceptance of intersex conditions in both medical and social contexts.
Books to Help Understand the Abortion Debate in the U.S.
Abortion in America by James C Mohr
Mohr offers a thorough exploration of the history of abortion practices and attitudes in the U.S., tracing its evolution from colonial times to the present day. Mohr emphasizes the multifaceted and contentious nature of the abortion debate, which has been shaped by a range of factors, including politics, religion, gender, class, and race.
Liberty and Sexuality by David Garrow
Garrow explores the legal and political battles surrounding issues such as birth control, abortion, homosexuality, and pornography, and argues that these struggles have been instrumental in shaping American society’s views on sexuality and individual freedom.
Before Roe v. Wade by Linda Greenhouse and Reva Siegel
This book offers a nuanced and complex account of the various factors that contributed to the emergence of the abortion rights movement, including changes in medical practice, the influence of feminist and civil rights activism, and the role of state and local politics.
Abortion & the Politics of Motherhood by Kristin Luker
This book examines the various ways in which both supporters and opponents of abortion have framed the issue in terms of motherhood, highlighting the ways in which the language of motherhood has been used to promote competing visions of women’s roles and responsibilities in society.
Defenders of the Unborn by Daniel K. Williams
Williams explores the diverse range of individuals and organizations that make up the anti-abortion movement and examines the various strategies and tactics they have employed in their efforts to restrict access to abortion.
After Roe by Mary Ziegler
Ziegler examines the ways in which both supporters and opponents of abortion rights have sought to shape public opinion and influence the courts and explores the complex and often fraught relationship between the abortion rights movement and the broader women’s rights movement.
What it Means to Be Human by O. Carter Snead
Snead argues that human dignity and worth are intrinsic to human beings and that we must grapple with the ethical implications of technological advancements that challenge our traditional understanding of what it means to be human.
Twisted: The Tangled History of Black Hair Culture by Emma Dabiri
Through her own hair journey, Dabiri brings insight into the way racism is coded in society’s perception of black hair and how it is often used as an avenue for discrimination. Twisted proves that Black hairstyling culture can be a symbol of Black oppression and liberation.
Things We Lost to The Water by Eric Nguyen
Eric seeks to connect with his roots after seeking refuge and explains how the lack of the Vietnamese community is affected by displacement from the Vietnamese refugee crisis.
Racism Has a Cost for Everyone – Heather McGhee (14:13) – Heather McGhee discusses how racism drains our economic potential and fuels bad policymaking. She expresses how this harms everyone, not just people of color.
Sesame Street Racism Town Hall (21:28) – CNN’s Van Jones and Erica Hill and Sesame Street partner to develop a town hall for children and families entitled “Coming Together: Standing Up to Racism”, which explains racism to children.
How to Overcome Our Biases? Walk Boldly Toward Them – Verna Myers (17:40)– Verna Myers dissects some of the subconscious attitudes we hold toward certain groups. She pleas to her audience to acknowledge biases, expand their social circles to include people who do not look like them, and walk away from their comfort and become uncomfortable so they can become an actor, advocates, and allies.
3 Ways To Be a Better Ally in the Workplace – Melinda Epler (9:30)
Immaculate Perception – Jerry Kang (13:58)
Kang explores the ways in which our perceptions and beliefs are shaped by unconscious biases and stereotypes. He argues that by recognizing these biases and actively seeking out diverse perspectives, we can work towards a more equitable and just society.
Xenophobia against Asian Americans during the Coronavirus crisis (33:15) – D&I Global Chair John Iino and D&I Advisor Iveliz Crespo, present a brief history of discriminatory laws against Asian Americans, discuss the impacts of discrimination against Asian Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic, and conclude with thoughts on how we can support each other during these times.
How to Outsmart Your Own Unconscious Bias | Valerie Alexander | TEDxPasadena – YouTube (17:23)- Valerie Alexander emphasizes the importance of recognizing our own biases and actively seeking out diverse perspectives in order to overcome them and make more informed and equitable decisions.
The Urgency of Intersectionality | Kimberlé Crenshaw (18:49) – Crenshaw discusses the ways in which social justice movements have historically failed to address the unique experiences of individuals with intersecting identities. She argues that an intersectional approach is necessary in order to address the complex and interlocking systems of oppression that shape our society and to ensure that all individuals are able to fully participate in civic life.
Anti Racism Activist & Educator – Jane Elliot (0:47) – Jane Elliot speaks to a group of white people and asks for those individuals who would be happy to receive the same treatment that our black citizens do in this society to stand.
How Can We Win – Kimberly Jones (6:45) – Kimberly Jones gives a passionate and powerful speech in response to the outrage that followed the protests, rioting, and looting in 2020.
Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man – Emmanuel Acho sits down to have conversations with people and to educate people about racism and social injustice by answering the questions that white people are asking.
Episode 1 (9:28) Emmanuel Acho introduces a new series where he addresses questions that white America considers uncomfortable conversation in order to educate and inform those about racism
Episode 2 (12:59) Conversation with Matthew McConaughey about bias and privilege
Episode 3 (9:56) The importance of being intentional in teaching children to see color
Episode 4 (7:25) Emmanuel addresses 3 prevalent topics: the notion of the broken Black family, cultural appropriation, and reverse racism and the 3 components of racism: power, privilege, and prejudice
Episode 5 (13:14) Conversation with interracial couples and their relationship
Episode 5 pt. 2 (3:53) Most important questions to ask in an interracial relationship
Episode 6 (16:42) Conversation with white parents raising Black, white, & mixed children.
Episode 7 (19:29) Conversation with Carl Lentz about religions role in racism
Episode 8 pt.1 (9:10) & Episode 8 pt.2 (10:00) Emmanuel has a conversation with Roger Goodell to talk about kneeling during the national anthem in protest of police brutality
Episode 9 (22:32) Conversation with Petaluma Police Dept about Black Lives Matter, accountability, and defunding the police
Episode 10 (15:21) Conversation with Chelsea Handler about white privilege and cancel culture
Episode 11 (27:28) This conversation is centered on the historical overturning of Roe v Wade
When They See Us (Netflix): Based on the events of the 1989 Central Park jogger case- this miniseries explores the lives of the five Black and Latino male suspects who were falsely accused and then prosecuted on charges related to the rape and assault of a white woman. The show explores themes of systemic racism, police brutality, and the criminal justice system, and sheds light on the impact of wrongful convictions on individuals and communities.
Dear White People (Netflix): Following a group of Black students at a predominantly white Ivy League university as they navigate issues of racism, identity, and activism. The show challenges stereotypes and addresses issues of colorism, privilege, and cultural appropriation, while also exploring the complexities of relationships and personal growth.
