For over 25 years, Building Bridges has profoundly impacted people and institutions throughout Western North Carolina. To date, more than 1500 participants have attended the program. Building Bridges of Asheville continues to dismantle racism by fostering relationships that respect diversity, seek understanding and encourage action.

What better way to celebrate the 25th anniversary than having our community look at an examination of the history, the impact and the evolving mission of Building Bridges through a panel discussion and with the history holders of this extraordinary organization.

The day’s events:

Keynote Speakers:

Dr Jacqueline Battalora

Author of Birth of a White Nation: The Invention of White People and Its Relevance Today

Dr Dwight Mullen

Founder of State of Black Asheville

Retired political science professor, UNCA

Time for Q&A, reflection and conversation

To conclude the day – a panel discussion with community members of color looking at what can be done to support ongoing racial justice work in WNC