Hello friends –
It was wonderful to come together in person and online for the October 18th screening of Briars in the Cotton Patch followed by group discussion. It is a powerful film and made more so by watching together. Thank you to everyone who was able to make time that evening to gather.
If you want to watch the film again or share with others you can stream for free at https://watch.redeemtv.com/briars-in-the-cotton-patch/videos/briars-in-the-cotton-patch and learn more at https://www.briarsdocumentary.com/ . (Habitat has Christian roots, but welcomes everyone of any faith or no faith to get involved.)
Another quick video (17 minutes) I’d invite you to watch is “Segregated by Design” to understand the impact of policies and law on housing segregation in America.
And if you are interested in getting involved with Pioneer Valley Habitat for Humanity’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee or want to build some houses please email volunteer@pvhabitat.org. The DEI committee is encouraging members of the Habitat community to read the book So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo – a great introduction to a wide range of topics related to race and racism.
Until we talk again,
Megan