Resources for Healing and Addressing Systemic Racism: More Listening Sessions

Resources for Healing and Addressing Systemic Racism

These are difficult times as we grapple with the loss of life and the anticipation of a verdict in the Chauvin Trial. Read here for TCDIP’s response to Daunte Wright’s death and our call to action. For more resources, read below and please share this email within your organization.

Heal: April 22 – 30: More Community Listening Sessions 

Please join TCDIP, the Minnesota State Bar Association (MSBA), the Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers (MABL) and Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers (LCL) for support sessions for legal professionals. These support sessions are intended to be a safe and open space where members can share, listen, support, and acknowledge those experiencing trauma, pain, fatigue, and emotional distress. There are sessions that are open to all, open to Black legal professionals, and session for all people of color. See the schedule below and register for the session that applies to you.

Take Action: How you can help people in Brooklyn Center right now, in the aftermath of Daunte Wright’s killing

Sahan Journal has gathered information about how you can support people in Brooklyn Center through donations and mutual aid.

Listen: Community Conversations with Sahan Journal

Over the past several weeks, Sahan Journal has hosted several community conversations about racism, the legal system, and how the legal system intersects with justice. They’ve discussed racism as a social health issue and talked about what justice looks like from different perspectives. You can read more of their coverage surrounding the aftermath of George Floyd’s death and their coverage of the Chauvin trial on their website.

Discuss: Legal Rights Center: Updated Toolkit

The Legal Rights Center has published a toolkit to use as a resource for communities using restorative practices to process the ongoing trials of the officers involved in the murder of George Floyd. Their toolkit includes information and guidelines for leading discussions about the trial and engaging in restorative practices, as well as extended circle guides on different topics associated with the trial. You can view and download their toolkit here. 

Learn: MABL’s Point of View on the Chauvin Trial

Throughout the Chauvin trial, the Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers has shared their perspectives on various aspects of the trial. You can view their series here.

Listen: Our WILD Conversation Series Addressing Systemic Racism in Community Safety

Over the past several months the Wanton Injustice Legal Detail has hosted several conversations with a variety of speakers about addressing systemic racism in community safety. Each speaker has shared their views on the current policing system, as well as what next steps we can take. You can view all the videos on our youtube channel.

Heal: Black Emotional and Mental Health

BEAM is a national training, movement building and grant making organization dedicated to the healing, wellness and liberation of Black and marginalized communities. Their mission is to remove the barriers that Black people experience getting access to or staying connected with emotional health care and healing. They do this through education, training, advocacy and the creative arts. Visit their website to learn more.

Heal: BIPOC Therapists, Psychologists, and other Mental Health Resources

This community-sourced list of BIPOC therapists is available for you to use and share. This list may be a good resource resource for anyone who is seeking initial information about available providers and services. Please feel free to share with anyone seeking this information! You can also visit the Cultural Wellness Center or Minnesota Association of Black Psychologists website for more service providers and resources. 

Heal: Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers

The Minnesota Chapter of LCL continues to serve as a resource to our legal community. Visit their website to learn more about their counseling services, well-being resources, and mental health support. LCL’s services are always confidential.

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