This video features Starr Commonwealth in Albion, Michigan, and its internationally renowned program, Glasswing. This program focuses on racial healing training and its emphasis on starting difficult conversations related to race to address the generational harm racism has imposed on this nation.

This video will take you through Starr Commonwealth’s vision, work, and drive to bring children, families and communities together, regardless of race. The organization approaches its work with the principle that racism is a disease. 

Glasswing focuses on giving communities a place to start conversations about individual’s unique experiences. This program was originally created to better inclusion among children and schools but grew to impact the adults and their communities at large.

This video was produced with generous support from the Annie E. Casey Foundation.

 

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