Ending Systemic Racism

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Around the world, protesters have gathered in solidarity with the US Black Lives Matter movement as they demand an end to systemic racism. As the COVID-19 crisis continues to aggravate pre-existing structural and social inequalities, how can leaders join communities in effecting change at this historical turning point?

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The Forum will host a virtual session on this topic on July 1, 2020 at 15:30 CET.

Tune in to hear from our speakers:

  • Thando Hopa, Diversity Advocate and International Model, Thando Hopa Media, South Africa

  • Lysa John Berna, Secretary-General, Civicus: World Alliance for Citizen Participation, South Africa

  • Cheryl L. Dorsey, President, Echoing Green, USA

  • Judith Williams, Head, People Sustainability; Senior Vice-President; Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer, SAP, USA

Moderated by:

  • Isabelle Kumar, Journalist and Presenter, Euronews, France

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