Introduction

‘Let’s Talk About Race’ is a short study guide written by a person of colour aimed primarily at a white majority church context; seeking to improve the quality of engagement with questions of race and racial injustice. Its specific target is to increase the sensitivity, reflectiveness and self-awareness of white Christians in the community.

The guide is composed of 3 sessions: ‘Debunking the Myths’, ‘White Privilege’, and ‘Anti-racism’. Each session is designed to cover an hour including videos. It is recommended that the size of the group is between 8 to 10 people in order to encourage participation.

Top tips for facilitating good discussion:

• Creating a safe space is vital if you want to facilitate meaningful conversations about race over the next few weeks. In the first session, start by talking about some ground rules/guidelines/code of conduct. Establish a place of trust so that everyone feels confident enough to share.
• Start each session with a ‘check in’ or icebreaker to help people in the group feel more comfortable.
• Leave plenty of time for people to digest/process information. Be mindful of the fact that talking about race can often be uncomfortable and overwhelming.
• Ensure that you finish each session with prayer.