About this Event
EVERY SHADE MATTERS
Colorism, Community & Collective Healing
An honest conversation about shadeism, bias, belonging, and change.
How often do we stop to consider how skin tone shapes the way we see ourselves—and how we see and treat others?
Colorism is a conversation that crosses cultures, generations, and communities. From beauty standards and family experiences to identity, opportunity, and belonging, its impact is often deeper than we realize.
Join the discussion JustUS Conversations Series for Women for Every Shade Matters: Colorism, Community & Collective Healing, an engaging and thought-provoking discussion that invites us to listen, learn, challenge our perspectives, and explore what healing can look like—together.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Women of all ages, races, and cultural backgrounds, including:
- Community members and faith leaders
- Students, educators, and young professionals
- Nonprofit leaders and community advocates
- Parents, mentors, and caregivers
- Anyone interested in exploring colorism, identity, beauty standards, and collective healing
Meet Our Guest Speakers
Jessica Cruz
Chief Compliance Officer
Rincon Family Services
Dr. Angela Dixon
Assoc. Professor of Learning Sciences
Northwestern University
Together, we'll explore how colorism affects women across cultures, confront biases that often go unspoken, and consider how we can build stronger, more understanding communities.
Event Details
Saturday, November 7, 2026
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria
9501 W. 171st Street | Park Hill Towne Center
Tinley Park, IL 60487
Lunch is included | Space is limited | All are Welcome
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REGISTER HERE
JustUS Conversations Series for Women, a program of the Justice Journey Alliance Leadership Foundation of Chicago, brings women together for honest and meaningful conversations to educate, equip, and empower them as they discover their God-given calling toward Biblical Justice and Anti-Racism.
If you have questions, please contact Rev. Cheryl Cornelius at [email protected].
Event venue & nearby stays
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria, 9501 West 171st Street, Tinley Park, United States
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