Local organizations to host 29th Annual Day of Commitment to Eliminate Racism
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- The YWCA, in partnership with other local organizations, announced when it will present its 29th Annual Commitment to Eliminate Racism Breakfast.
The event will be held from 7:30 to 8:45 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 12, in the YWCA Terrace Room, located at 304 N. Eighth St.
Those interested in attending the event can RSVP online by going to ywca.org/events or by calling 816-232-4481. RSVPs are due by Friday, Sept. 5.
Breakfast and coffee will be served, and the keynote address will be given by community leader and former Racial Justice Award recipient, David Howery.
The 2025 Kelsy Beshears Racial Justice Award recipients will be presented, followed by the annual pledge to eliminate racism.
The event is in partnership with the St. Joseph NAACP, Missouri Western State University and the United Way of Greater St. Joseph.
There is no cost to attend, but space is limited.
