As promised, here are some photos from Francis Day 2018, “Confronting Systemic Racism”. All photos taken by David Legg except the last three. Enjoy these scenes from the event.
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- Eric and Brenna speaking Friday night before Francis Day
- Richard starting the day with a Native sacred ceremony
- John Gentle Hawk honoring the four directions
- Fr. Warren and Prof. John preparing for speeches
- Anne and Julie helping to lead Freedom songs
- Maritza speaking
- J.B. and friend helping to lead “We Shall Overcome”
- Maritza conferring with Alex
- Fellow panelists cheering on Julieta
- Elena, Nicole, and Eileen tending sacred fire
- Francis Day attendees listening to speakers
- J.B. chatting with attendees
- Tahirah and Brayton hugging
- Edgar opening tree-planting ceremony
- Participants taking turns to shovel soil around newly-planted tree
- Nicole posing for a photo
- Attendees witnessing the day
- Patrick, Zahra, and Tahirah talking
- Participants hanging out and playing music after a long day
- Thank you to everyone who made this day possible!