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Afro-descendant & Indigenous Solidarity: Black Women Leading through Time in US History

Saturday, March 21, 2026
1 PM - 4 PM
Forest Hill Church, 3031 Monticello Blvd, Cleveland Heights

The Hidden Legacy of African American Women Revealed: Past Brilliance, Present Power --- Black Women Leading through TIme.

Dr. Noël M. Voltz, Assistant Professor of History at Case Western Reserve University, will guide us through a sweeping historical panorama of African American women’s powerful and wide-ranging contributions throughout American history, revealing how their legacies continue to shape our world today in the ongoing fight for justice.

Robin Echols Cooper, a performing artist with Women In History, brings abolitionist and women’s rights pioneer Sojourner Truth to life with a powerful, immersive portrayal that echoes the fire of her 1851 Akron speech, in which she demanded the world recognize both her womanhood and her freedom.                                                

Join us for an afternoon of reflection as we shine a light on the women whose strength continues to shape our world. Discover how these legacies not only echo through history but also illuminate our path forward, inspiring us to lead, create, and transform our communities with the same power and vision.  

Sponsors include: Racial Equity Buddies of Greater Cleveland, Lakewood Black Caucus, TheSpot YEO (Youth Empowerment Organization), West Shore Unitarian Universalist Church-Undoing Oppressions Ministry.                                  

Reserve your spot today by emailing: racialequitybuddies@gmail.com and bring a friend, neighbor, or colleague to stand with us as we honor these remarkable women and their inspiring stories. 1-4pm, includes lunch!