How We Ended Racism

Realizing a New Possibility in One Generation

De: Justin Michael Williams, Shelly Tygielski

Narrado por: Justin Michael Williams, Shelly Tygielski

A look back from a future in which racism is no more—inspiring us to start taking positive action today

“It’s the year 2050… and racism has ended.”

Could this really be our future? If so, what has to happen now to achieve such a radical change? In How We Ended Racism, Justin Michael Williams and Shelly Tygielski reveal a path for real and lasting global impact—not just talking about it, studying it, or making small steps, but actually ending racism in one generation.

Williams and Tygielski draw from a wide array of scientific studies, as well as their practical successes in teaching a multitude of diverse groups across perceived “divides,” to show us how to shift our perspective and enact lasting change in our families, workplaces, communities, and beyond. Here they provide solid answers to the questions future generations will ask about this pivotal time in history, by laying out the eight conditions that needed to arise in humanity to realize this possibility, covering:

• How was it possible? The research on large-scale social change that showed racism could end

• What were the first steps? Overcoming doubt, owning our emotions, and committing to truth

• What were the biggest challenges? Shadow work, big conversations, and forgiveness

• Which tools actually worked? The field-tested methods that allowed us to heal and connect

• Who ended racism? How we—each of us—helped our culture evolve to make racism a thing of the past

“You don’t fix racism,” say the authors. “You don’t fight it. You don’t make it better. You end it. We learned how to bridge any political or ideological divide—inviting liberals, conservatives, and everyone in between to cocreate a future worth fighting for.” Here is a guide that dares to envision a world beyond typical diversity, equity, and inclusion work while providing tools and action steps to create a liberated future—so that our descendants can look back at this era as the time when we decided to end racism for the good of all.

©2023 Justin Michael Williams and Shelly Tygielski (P)2023 Sounds True

Reseñas de la Crítica

“This book can renew your faith in The Dream and truly continues the legacy of my father.” —Martin Luther King III

“I remember a time in America when many of us believed that we could possibly see an end to racism someday. While our present age has dashed most of those hopes, Shelly and Justin have, in this unforgettable text, resurrected the possibility and created a clear path forward that we simply must consider. This is the most important book of the year.” —Shaun King, founder of Grassroots Law Project

“Filled with deep insights and actionable strategies, this inspiring read by Justin Michael Williams and Shelly Tygielski presents the 8 Pillars of Possibility, paving the way for transformative conversations and empowering us to shape a brighter future for all people.” —Arianna Huffington, founder and CEO of Thrive Global

Be ready for a mirror

I was an early participant in one of the early group studies mentioned in the book. I left early because I was triggered during one of the zoom calls. This book is a mirror and is really well done. Be ready for challenging work.