Facing Race: A National Conference in St. Louis, MO — November 20-22, 2024

Jack DeJesus

Young Men's Program Organizer | Forward Together
Jack is the Young Men's Program Organizer at Forward Together in Oakland, CA. He is most passionate about cultivating a community of men that have a transformative analysis and concrete tools to dismantle patriarchy and challenge male supremacy and heterosexism.

Presentations from Facing Race 2012

Race and Masculinity: Perils, Pride and Pushing the Boundaries of Perception

Whether it be from hip hop to film, the arts to education, or sports to criminal justice, this workshop explores the perspectives and work of those who are taking innovative approaches to the different challenges that face boys and men of color in our society. Moderated by ARC Research Director Dominique Apollon.

Speakers: Jack DeJesus, Jamila Brown, Bayet Ross Smith