Join us for our 3rd In-Person Flourish Gathering February 2-3, 2024 in Uptown Oakland, CA. We know this gathering will be an incredible experience, filled with opportunities for learning and inspiration in the realm of justice work. Join us for a time filled with joy, laughter, and great cuisine that will nourish your body and soul. You’ll leave with a deeper connection to the Flourish community, as well as valuable knowledge and practical tools to further your pursuit of justice in your own sphere.
Friday February 2nd 5:30pm.
Our evening will be dedicated to hearing from several of our Impact Partners at the Creative Growth Gallery, providing you with unique perspectives and insights. You will also have the opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations at local restaurants in small, intimate groups. The evening will be a rich tapestry of community voices sharing their impact stories.
Saturday February 3rd 9AM - 7:30PM - Location: First Presbyterian Church of Oakland
Jonathan Mayes as our workshop leader. Jonathan is a globally recognized speaker in the field of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, with a prestigious background as the former Senior Vice President and Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at Albertsons Companies. He has been named one of the Top 100 Diversity & Inclusion executives in the U.S three times, and his insights are sure to be invaluable.
Local BIPOC Restaurant catered lunch
A Panel Conversation about Living Out Justice in our own communities including several local friends:
Troy Williams, creator of Restorative Media and the film, The Prison Within and resident of Oakland’s intentional living space, Canticle Farm;
Taryn Sandulyak, founder of Firm Foundations, Community Housing Service Providers;
David Peters, Impact Partner and founder of Black Liberation Walking Tour
Leah Rothstein, author of our Spring book read, Just Action.
Ben McBride, author of Troubling the Waters and founder of Empower Initiative with expertise in fostering belonging, public safety reform, gun violence prevention, and faith-based community organizing will speak about radical belonging at the end of our day and available for book signings.
Saturday Dinner will be a favorite Taco Truck!
And a few delightful surprises along the way that will bring joy and laughter!
Registration fee is $225 per person (includes lunch and dinner Saturday but not dinner out in small groups Friday evening. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to Flourish in the pursuit of justice.