Recent political changes and executive orders have polarized the complex conversation around diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA). David M. Bailey, the Founder and CEO of Arrabon, joins Amy Julia Becker to discuss:
- the consequences of dismantling DEIA initiatives
- the implications of colorblindness and meritocracy
- the role of the church in advocating for justice
- the importance of maintaining hope and engagement amidst societal polarization
- the need for critical thinking and compassion
- practical steps for hope and community involvement
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MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
- Arrabon: a spiritual formation ministry that equips Christ-followers to actively and creatively pursue racial healing in their communities.
- David Bailey previously on the podcast:
S6 E12 | How to Cultivate Racial Healing
S3 E1 | Waking Up to Privilege
S3 E19 | Loving Our Enemies in a Nation Divided
S5 E4 | What’s So Controversial About Critical Race Theory? - President Trump’s Executive Order
- Barbara Newman
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CONNECT with David Bailey at @wearearrabon and @davidmbailey on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
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MORE: Watch this conversation on YouTube by clicking here. Read the full transcript and access detailed show notes by clicking here or visiting amyjuliabecker.com/podcast.
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ABOUT:
David M. Bailey is a public theologian, culturemaker, and catalyst focused on cultivating reconciling communities. David is the Founder and CEO of Arrabon, a spiritual formation ministry that equips the American Church to actively and creatively pursue racial healing in their communities. He is the co-author of the study series, A People, A Place, and A Just Society. David is an ordained minister rooted at East End Covenant Fellowship, serving on the preaching team, and his greatest honor is to be married to his wonderful wife, Joy.
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