Kansas City Hosts Fourth Annual Racial Justice Summit to Promote Community Action
Kansas City, Missouri, recently hosted its fourth annual KC Racial Justice Summit, an event designed to address racial inequity and foster stronger communities through collective action. The summit, organized by Intersect KC and The KC Disciples’ Becoming Beloved Community Team, brought together community members, faith leaders, and local organizers. The primary goal was to equip attendees with resources, facilitate discussions on pressing social issues, and identify actionable strategies for creating lasting change. Rev. Mindy Fugarino, executive director of Intersect KC, emphasized the power of community members to influence policies and leadership, particularly when decisions impact vulnerable populations. Rev. Tamara Chestnut, a community minister, reiterated that significant work remains to be done in the pursuit of racial justice. The event featured keynote speaker Rev. Dr. Hanna Broome, workshops led by eight local racial justice leaders, and resource tables for networking and engagement. Discussion...
