This episode continues the discussions made hyper-visible in the protests triggered by the murder of George Floyd. The historic momentum galvanized to challenge systemic racism demands that we identify and clarify the problems and impacts. We can sustain this momentum by pushing towards tangible change.

As we upend racist policies, what are the policies and systems that support an anti-racist system? What does a better society look like institutionally?

Our guests this week include an amazing panel of guests, offering much needed perspective, insights, and expertise:

•Aaron Coleman - Beatkeepers Instructor & Hope for the Day Agent of Impact.•Alia Reichert - Education Associate for Nature's Grace and Wellness & Hope for the Day Agent of Impact .•Angelica I. Taylor - M.Ed Early Childhood Administration.•Christopher LeMark - Artist, Speaker, & Founder of Coffee, Hip-Hop & Mental Health.•Kemdah Stroud - Co-Founder of Thankful for Chicago.•Michelle Thompkins - Founder of The Corner Store Chicago, NFP.•Mojdeh Stoakley - Social Practice Artist, Cultural Worker, & Founder of Social Practice Labs.•Trez Pugh - Founder & CEO of Sip & Savor Coffee Houses.

Conversations Cafe is (usually) a monthly live podcast recording at Sip of Hope Coffee Bar featuring education and open forum dialogue on the intersections of Mental Health within our communities. This education programming is brought to you by Hope for the Day with support from our partners in prevention, The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention of Illinois, Banyan Treatment Center, and Janssen.

Join the conversation. We are in this together.