I think that connecting with black youth is a good starting point, this will also mean that their needs are being met as opposed to formulating ideas on what we think is needed.

Having just completed the lectures and readings, now that I have had the opportunity to reflect and process. My emotional response has ranged from despair to hope, but I feel incredibly encouraged by how the on going work and uplifting of our voices so the Black communities are not just seen but heard as well.

I agree with Traci that denial is big part of the anti-black racism, I would also add that ignorance is also a significant factor.