The Black Family Course – Cohort 1

Strengthen Your Family in 8 Transformative Sessions with Dr. Rose Brewer
Understanding the rich legacy and challenges of Black families, past and present, is a cornerstone of liberation. This course invites participants to explore Black family history, cultural practices, and transformative parenting approaches to strengthen family bonds and nurture resilient Black lives across diverse family formations.
Course Highlights:
- Delve into the legacy of Black families—celebrating triumphs and addressing challenges.
- Gain tools and insights for creating strong, supportive family connections and practices.
- Explore how Black family traditions, healthy practices, and good food contribute to thriving families.
- Build meaningful habits and commitments that strengthen family bonds and possibilities.
Event Details
Update: Registration is currently full. The January 21 session has been canceled due to extreme weather.
- Dates for Cohort 1: January 23 – March 13 (8 sessions)
- January 23 (Thurs)
- February 4 & 6 (Tues/Thurs)
- February 18 & 20 (Tues/Thurs)
- March 11 & 13 (Tues/Thurs)
- Time: 6:00pm – 7:15pm
- Format (options):
- In-Person: Sabathani Community Center, Conference Room 220
- Online: Zoom (instructor joining virtually)
Incentives: $25 gift card for each session attended.
Who can join: Family leaders of all ages—whether you’re guiding the next generation or holding the wisdom of experience.
Participants are encouraged to commit to all eight sessions for the fullest experience.
Meet Your Instructor
Dr. Rose M. Brewer
Dr. Brewer is a distinguished educator, scholar, and activist with extensive expertise in Black feminism, political economy, and social justice. A celebrated author and award-winning teacher, she brings decades of experience to this course, creating a space for meaningful learning and transformative dialogue.
Course Materials
Provided by Sabathani Community Center:
- African American Families Today by Angela J. Hattery & Earl Smith
- The Black Family Reunion Cookbook by the National Council of Negro Women
- Torn Apart: How the Child Welfare System Destroys Black Families by Dorothy Roberts
- Parenting for Liberation: How to Raise Black Children by Trina Greene Brown
Join this transformative journey to deepen your understanding of Black family resilience and legacy.
Space is limited to 10 participants. Registration is currently full, but stay tuned for future opportunities to join and invest in the power of Black family knowledge!
The Black Family Course is offered as part of Sabathani’s new initiative, Roots: The Black Family Foundation.