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SUMMARY:Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood: Rewriting the “Strong Black Woman” Contract (July 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Rewriting the “Strong Black Woman” Contract is a 90-minute virtual conversation within the Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood series\, hosted by Conversations in Color and facilitated by Lana Reid. \nFor generations\, Black women have been praised for strength\, resilience\, and endurance — often without regard for the physical\, emotional\, and spiritual toll that constant strength requires. While the “Strong Black Woman” narrative has served as both armor and survival strategy\, it has also obscured vulnerability\, delayed care\, and normalized burnout. \nThis July 2026 conversation invites intergenerational Black women to critically examine the unspoken contract surrounding strength — who it benefits\, who pays the cost\, and what happens when strength is expected rather than chosen. \nTogether\, participants will explore: \n\n\nHow strength became synonymous with worth and reliability \n\n\nBurnout\, illness\, and exhaustion hidden behind resilience \n\n\nGenerational differences in how vulnerability was allowed or denied \n\n\nThe pressure to remain capable even when support is needed \n\n\nWhat permission to rest looks like without guilt or explanation \n\n\nRather than rejecting strength altogether\, this conversation centers redefinition — allowing space for softness\, care\, and sustainability alongside competence and leadership. \nThis session is part of Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood\, a monthly virtual gathering designed to support reflection\, recalibration\, and collective healing among intergenerational Black women. \nFacilitated by Lana Reid\, founder of Conversations in Color and creator and host of The Male Perspective\, this conversation creates space to name shared experiences\, exchange wisdom\, and imagine a future where strength no longer requires self-erasure.
URL:https://conversationsincolor.org/event/sistas-rebuilding-sisterhood-rewriting-the-strong-black-woman-contract-july-2026/
LOCATION:Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood Monthly Chat\, Virtual\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Women & Community,Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood,Virtual Conversations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T153000
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SUMMARY:Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood: What Do We Keep\, and What Do We Heal? (June 2026)
DESCRIPTION:What Do We Keep\, and What Do We Heal? is a 90-minute virtual conversation within the Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood series\, hosted by Conversations in Color and facilitated by Lana Reid. \nAcross generations\, Black families have passed down traditions\, values\, faith\, resilience\, and deep bonds of loyalty — often alongside unspoken pain shaped by survival\, protection\, and historical trauma. While many of these inherited patterns were created out of love and necessity\, some continue to cause harm when left unexamined. \nThis June 2026 conversation invites intergenerational Black women to reflect on how generational trauma is transmitted — and how it can be interrupted without severing family ties or abandoning culture and connection. \nTogether\, participants will explore: \n\n\nEmotional\, relational\, and spiritual habits inherited without consent \n\n\nSilence\, conflict avoidance\, and emotional restraint as survival strategies \n\n\nHow loyalty can quietly require self-suppression \n\n\nThe difference between honoring elders and perpetuating harm \n\n\nWays to practice healing while preserving family and cultural bonds \n\n\nRather than positioning the past as failure\, this conversation centers understanding\, compassion\, and agency — creating space to choose what deserves to be carried forward and what deserves to be healed. \nThis session is part of Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood\, a monthly virtual gathering designed to foster clarity\, repair\, and community-rooted healing among intergenerational Black women. \nFacilitated by Lana Reid\, founder of Conversations in Color and creator and host of The Male Perspective\, this conversation offers a grounded space for reflection\, shared truth\, and reimagining legacy with intention.
URL:https://conversationsincolor.org/event/sistas-rebuilding-sisterhood-what-do-we-keep-and-what-do-we-heal-june-2026/
LOCATION:Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood Monthly Chat\, Virtual\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Women & Community,Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood,Virtual Conversations
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conversations in Color":MAILTO:hello@conversationsincolor.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T203000
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SUMMARY:The Tapestry of Black Voices Awards (TBVA)
DESCRIPTION:The Tapestry of Black Voices Awards (TBVA) is a free\, community-centered virtual Juneteenth celebration presented by Conversations in Color. \nThe event honors everyday Black voices—educators\, students\, artists\, organizers\, business owners\, elders\, and neighbors—through short recorded conversations reflecting lived experience\, culture\, and community life. \nThe World Premiere will stream live on YouTube on June 19\, 2026. \nLearn more about the purpose\, structure\, and spirit of the event on the official TBVA page:\nhttps://conversationsincolor.org/tapestry-of-black-voices-awards-2026-conversations-in-color/
URL:https://conversationsincolor.org/event/the-tapestry-of-black-voices-awards-tbva/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:Tapestry of Black Voices Awards
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260523T153000
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SUMMARY:Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood: When Black Women Lead (May 2026)
DESCRIPTION:When Black Women Lead\, the Harassment Gets Louder is a 90-minute virtual conversation within the Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood series\, hosted by Conversations in Color and facilitated by Lana Reid. \nAcross professional\, community\, and public spaces\, Black women often discover that stepping into leadership does not quiet scrutiny — it amplifies it. Increased visibility can bring heightened criticism\, tone policing\, isolation\, and hostility\, even when competence and integrity are clear. \nThis May 2026 conversation invites intergenerational Black women to examine the patterns that emerge when Black women lead\, and to reflect on the personal and collective costs of navigating power in spaces that are not always prepared to receive our authority. \nTogether\, participants will explore: \n\n\nHow visibility changes the nature of feedback and scrutiny \n\n\nThe difference between accountability and harassment \n\n\nWhy confidence is often reframed as aggression \n\n\nGenerational experiences with leadership and pushback \n\n\nThe emotional and psychological cost of being constantly evaluated \n\n\nRather than encouraging retreat or over-adaptation\, this conversation centers clarity\, self-trust\, and sustainability — asking how Black women can lead fully without shrinking\, self-silencing\, or internalizing hostility. \nThis session is part of Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood\, a monthly virtual gathering for intergenerational Black women committed to honest dialogue\, reflection\, and mutual support. \nFacilitated by Lana Reid\, founder of Conversations in Color and creator and host of The Male Perspective\, this session creates space to name shared experiences\, exchange wisdom\, and strengthen collective resilience in leadership.
URL:https://conversationsincolor.org/event/sistas-rebuilding-sisterhood-when-black-women-lead-may-2026/
LOCATION:Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood Monthly Chat\, Virtual\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Women & Community,Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood,Virtual Conversations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260425T080000
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SUMMARY:Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood: Love Without Performance (April 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Love Without Performance is a 90-minute virtual conversation within the Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood series\, hosted by Conversations in Color and facilitated by Lana Reid. \nFrom an early age\, many Black women are conditioned to prove their worth through caretaking\, emotional availability\, loyalty\, and resilience. While these behaviors are often praised as strength\, they can quietly shape friendships into spaces where performance replaces authenticity and love feels conditional rather than mutual. \nThis April 2026 conversation invites intergenerational Black women to reflect on how performance shows up in sisterhood — and what becomes possible when it no longer does. \nTogether\, participants will explore: \n\n\nEmotional labor and people-pleasing in friendships between women \n\n\nHow romantic and cultural conditioning influences how we show up for each other \n\n\nThe fear of being perceived as “difficult\,” “selfish\,” or “unloving” \n\n\nWhen support becomes obligation rather than choice \n\n\nWhat honest\, reciprocal sisterhood can look like without constant proving \n\n\nRather than assigning blame\, this conversation centers awareness\, gentleness\, and recalibration — allowing space to name patterns that no longer serve us while preserving connection and care. \nThis session is part of Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood\, a monthly virtual gathering designed to foster clarity\, healing\, and meaningful connection among intergenerational Black women. \nFacilitated by Lana Reid\, founder of Conversations in Color and creator and host of The Male Perspective\, this conversation creates space to examine how love\, belonging\, and authenticity can coexist without performance.
URL:https://conversationsincolor.org/event/sistas-rebuilding-sisterhood-love-without-performance-april-2026/
LOCATION:Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood Monthly Chat\, Virtual\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Women & Community,Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood,Virtual Conversations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260328T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260328T153000
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SUMMARY:Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood: Education\, Identity & Our Future (March 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Our Future: What Did We Lose — and What Did We Gain? is a 90-minute virtual conversation within the Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood series\, hosted by Conversations in Color and facilitated by Lana Reid. \nAs mothers\, grandmothers\, aunties\, and caregivers\, Black women have long carried responsibility not only for nurturing children\, but for protecting their sense of identity\, confidence\, and possibility. This March 2026 conversation invites intergenerational reflection on Black education — past and present — and asks difficult\, necessary questions about belonging\, affirmation\, and outcomes. \nDrawing on lived experience rather than nostalgia\, participants will explore what it meant for Black children to be educated in segregated schools by all-Black teachers\, alongside the limitations those systems faced under structural racism. The conversation also considers how desegregation reshaped educational experiences — often expanding access while complicating cultural safety and expectation. \nConversation themes include: \n\n\nHow Black teachers historically nurtured identity\, discipline\, and high expectations \n\n\nWhat was gained through desegregation — and what may have been lost \n\n\nHow bias\, tracking\, and lowered expectations show up in today’s schools \n\n\nWhy many students report thriving in HBCU environments \n\n\nThe role of belonging\, cultural affirmation\, and community in academic success \n\n\nRather than arguing for a return to the past\, this session centers clarity and forward-thinking: what elements of historically Black educational spaces are still needed — and how they can be advocated for today. \nThis conversation is part of Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood\, a monthly virtual gathering designed to foster honest dialogue among intergenerational Black women committed to shaping healthier futures for our communities. \nFacilitated by Lana Reid\, founder of Conversations in Color and creator and host of The Male Perspective\, this session creates space for memory\, critique\, and vision — grounded in care for the generations coming after us.
URL:https://conversationsincolor.org/event/sistas-rebuilding-sisterhood-education-identity-our-future-march-2026/
LOCATION:Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood Monthly Chat\, Virtual\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Women & Community,Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood,Virtual Conversations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T153000
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SUMMARY:Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood: Navigating Microaggressions & Emotional Labor (February 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Navigating Microaggressions\, Bias\, and Emotional Labor When Working With Non-Black Women is a 90-minute virtual conversation within the Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood series\, hosted by Conversations in Color and facilitated by Lana Reid. \nMany Black women find that cross-cultural working relationships — even in well-intentioned\, progressive\, or “inclusive” spaces — require an uneven amount of emotional regulation\, self-monitoring\, and relational labor. This exhaustion is not always rooted in overt conflict\, but in repeated patterns that require Black women to explain\, soften\, translate\, or absorb discomfort in order to keep collaboration moving forward. \nThis February 2026 conversation creates space to thoughtfully examine these dynamics without blame or defensiveness. Together\, participants will reflect on lived experiences\, identify recurring patterns\, and explore ways to engage more clearly and sustainably. \nConversation themes include: \n\n\nHow microaggressions often show up through curiosity\, compliments\, or “helpful” corrections \n\n\nThe gap between intent and impact in cross-cultural collaboration \n\n\nEmotional labor that goes unnamed but is consistently expected \n\n\nGenerational approaches to navigating bias\, silence\, and self-protection \n\n\nWhen allyship feels conditional rather than reciprocal \n\n\nRather than centering grievance\, this session emphasizes discernment\, boundaries\, and shared understanding — asking how Black women can protect their energy while remaining effective\, grounded\, and whole. \nThis conversation is part of Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood\, a monthly virtual gathering for intergenerational Black women committed to honest dialogue\, reflection\, and rebuilding community on our own terms. \nFacilitated by Lana Reid\, founder of Conversations in Color and creator and host of The Male Perspective\, this session offers a grounded space for naming reality\, exchanging strategies\, and reducing the isolation many Black women experience in cross-cultural environments.
URL:https://conversationsincolor.org/event/sistas-rebuilding-sisterhood-navigating-microaggressions-emotional-labor-february-2026/
LOCATION:Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood Monthly Chat\, Virtual\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Women & Community,Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood,Virtual Conversations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260124T153000
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SUMMARY:Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood: Black Women Are Still the Answer (January 2026)
DESCRIPTION:Even When We’re Exhausted\, Underappreciated\, and Overlooked — Black Women Are Still the Answer is a 90-minute virtual conversation within the Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood series\, hosted by Conversations in Color and facilitated by Lana Reid. \nAcross generations\, Black women have been positioned as the stabilizers\, fixers\, visionaries\, and problem-solvers in families\, organizations\, movements\, and communities — often without adequate support\, protection\, or recognition. While this reality reflects our resilience and brilliance\, it also raises important questions about sustainability\, choice\, and cost. \nThis January 2026 conversation invites intergenerational Black women into an honest\, reflective dialogue about why Black women are so often “the answer\,” who benefits from that expectation\, and how we can redefine responsibility without sacrificing our well-being. \nTogether\, participants will explore: \n\n\nWhere and how Black women are routinely relied upon to hold things together \n\n\nThe difference between being capable and being overused \n\n\nHow praise can quietly turn into pressure \n\n\nGenerational perspectives on strength\, endurance\, and leadership \n\n\nWhat it means to shift from over-functioning to intentional contribution \n\n\nRather than glorifying exhaustion\, this session centers discernment\, boundaries\, and collective care — asking what it would look like for Black women to remain powerful without being depleted. \nThis conversation is part of Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood\, a monthly virtual gathering space designed for intergenerational Black women seeking connection\, clarity\, and community-rooted healing. \nFacilitated by Lana Reid\, founder of Conversations in Color and creator and host of The Male Perspective\, this session creates space for reflection\, shared truth\, and reimagining what leadership can look like when Black women are supported as fully as we are relied upon.
URL:https://conversationsincolor.org/event/sistas-rebuilding-sisterhood-black-women-are-still-the-answer-january-2026/
LOCATION:Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood Monthly Chat\, Virtual\, United States
CATEGORIES:Black Women & Community,Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood,Virtual Conversations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251227T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251227T153000
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SUMMARY:Our December 2025 Conversation Topic
DESCRIPTION:It’s not uncommon for individuals within the Black community to experience what is often termed as “historical trauma\,” where the weight of past injustices seeps into present-day experiences. Revisiting these tragic narratives can indeed feel mentally draining. \nEngaging in these discussions should be approached with care—ensuring that they are framed within a context that emphasizes hope\, growth\, and community support. By doing so\, we can create spaces where dialogue about historical injustices does not become an emotional burden but rather a catalyst for empowerment and change within the Black community.
URL:https://conversationsincolor.org/event/our-december-2025-conversation-topic/
LOCATION:Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood Monthly Chat\, Virtual\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conversations in Color":MAILTO:hello@conversationsincolor.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251122T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251122T153000
DTSTAMP:20250706T205427Z
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SUMMARY:Our November 2025 Conversation Topic
DESCRIPTION:At its core\, this phenomenon can stem from a desire to connect with cultural heritage while navigating personal experiences that may differ from communal norms. When someone jokes about their lack of rhythm or culinary skills\, it’s often an attempt to bond through humor; however\, it can also inadvertently reinforce stereotypes that diminish the rich diversity within our community. \nIt’s essential to recognize that cultural expression is not monolithic. Each individual brings their unique story and talents to the table. \nNot every Black person has had access to the same cultural practices or opportunities for expression; factors like upbringing\, personal interests\, and even trauma can influence one’s relationship with aspects of Black culture. It’s crucial that we foster an environment where all members feel valued for their unique contributions rather than judged against a set standard.
URL:https://conversationsincolor.org/event/our-november-2025-conversation-topic/
LOCATION:Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood Monthly Chat\, Virtual\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conversations in Color":MAILTO:hello@conversationsincolor.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T153000
DTSTAMP:20250706T205552Z
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SUMMARY:Our October 2025 Conversation Topic
DESCRIPTION:Black women often navigate a complex landscape of expectations and challenges that can feel uniquely burdensome. In many professional and social settings\, they find themselves in the position of having to excel beyond their peers\, not only to prove their competence but also to counteract stereotypes that persist in society. This pressure can lead to an unspoken rule: while striving for excellence\, they must also manage the perceptions of those around them\, particularly White colleagues or acquaintances who may feel threatened by their success. \nThis dynamic creates a delicate balance; Black women are frequently expected to be the brightest in the room yet must temper their brilliance so as not to unsettle others. The emotional labor involved in this balancing act is significant and often goes unnoticed. It speaks to a broader societal issue where systemic racism intertwines with gender bias\, placing additional burdens on Black women. \nBlack women should be allowed to shine unapologetically.
URL:https://conversationsincolor.org/event/our-october-2025-conversation-topic/
LOCATION:Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood Monthly Chat\, Virtual\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conversations in Color":MAILTO:hello@conversationsincolor.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250927T153000
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SUMMARY:Our September 2025 Conversation Topic
DESCRIPTION:Whether it is breaking down the impact of media on young minds\, having conversations about the adultification bias that disproportionately affects our Black girls\, or raising awareness within our families\, schools\, and communities\, it’s crucial we address these issues. \nCommunity support networks also serve as vital platforms where both Black women and girls can share experiences\, seek advice\, and find solidarity. By creating safe spaces where they feel valued and heard\, we empower them to navigate the complexities of growing up in a world that often overlooks their dignity.
URL:https://conversationsincolor.org/event/our-september-2025-conversation-topic/
LOCATION:Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood Monthly Chat\, Virtual\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conversations in Color":MAILTO:hello@conversationsincolor.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250823T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250823T153000
DTSTAMP:20250706T203102Z
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SUMMARY:Our August 2025 Conversation Topic
DESCRIPTION:Reservations also stem from personal experiences and perceptions. Some individuals may have encountered instances where they felt that service quality did not meet their expectations in Black-owned establishments\, leading them to question whether they should continue supporting these businesses. This sentiment can create a cycle of doubt that inhibits broader community support. \nAnother significant barrier is access. Many black-owned businesses may not have the same visibility or resources as larger corporations\, making it difficult for consumers to discover them. Additionally\, economic disparities can lead to a lack of investment in these businesses\, limiting their ability to compete on equal footing. \nHow do we create a more robust ecosystem where Black people are supporting Black-owned businesses?
URL:https://conversationsincolor.org/event/our-august-2025-conversation-topic/
LOCATION:Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood Monthly Chat\, Virtual\, United States
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SUMMARY:Our July 2025 Conversation Topic
DESCRIPTION:As Black women increasingly lead in these areas\, there can be a perception of a widening gap between genders. The success of Black women may inadvertently create feelings of inadequacy or competition among some Black men. This shift can complicate roles and expectations within relationships. The evolving landscape challenges both groups to redefine their interactions and connections. \nThis dynamic can create tension within relationships as both genders navigate their evolving roles within the community. To foster stronger connections across gender lines within the Black community\, open dialogue is essential. Both parties must engage in conversations about their experiences—acknowledging achievements while also recognizing challenges.
URL:https://conversationsincolor.org/event/our-july-2025-conversation-topic/
LOCATION:Sistas Rebuilding Sisterhood Monthly Chat\, Virtual\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Conversations in Color":MAILTO:hello@conversationsincolor.org
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