All who are interested are welcome to join this Zoom discussion of the book Say Her Name: Black Women's Stories of Police Violence and Public Silence by Kimberlé Crenshaw and the African American Policy Forum. Say Her Name is a 2026 United Women in Faith Reading Program bonus book selection in the social action category.
About "Say Her Name
In Say Her Name, the authors share how girls and women as young as seven and as old as 93 have been killed by the police, though we rarely hear their names or learn their stories. The book provides an analytical framework for understanding Black women's susceptibility to police brutality and state-sanctioned violence. And it explains how - through Black feminist storytelling and ritual - we can effectively mobilize various communities and empower them to advocate for racial justice. This is a powerful story of Black feminist practice, community-building, and reckoning.
How to Join
This is a book discussion through Zoom and reading the book in advance of the discussion is a requirement. In order to ensure a meaningful experience for all participants, we require that registrants commit to read the book prior to the discussion. All are welcome. There is no cost to participate. Space is limited and registration is accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
P.S. You may access the book through your local public library or however is most convenient for you. If you are planning to purchase this book, consider buying it through the United Women in Faith affiliate page to earn 10% back for the organization.
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