What is the National Day of Racial Healing?
Established by the W.K. Kellogg Foundation in 2017, NDRH is observed nationwide each January on the Tuesday after MLK Day. It calls us to acknowledge our shared humanity, address the harms of racism, and build relationships that strengthen our communities.
In Battle Creek, BCTRHT has honored NDRH every year since 2020 through gatherings rooted in healing, storytelling, and action.
Healing is a journey we take together.
Each year, we design this day alongside community members—centering voices across race, generation, and experience. We bring people together through poetry, healing circles, panels, and performances to advance racial equity and collective vision.
2024: Envisioning a Future Without Racism
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A night of collective dreaming, poetry, and intergenerational dialogue
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Partnered with local schools, youth leaders, and faith communities
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First event held in person after the pandemic pause
2025: From Visioning to Action
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Unveiled the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan
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Featured community panels, cultural performances, and interactive exhibits
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Hosted over 200 residents in celebration and reflection
Looking Ahead to NDRH 2026
We’ll gather again in January 2026. Planning is already underway. Stay tuned, or reach out if you’d like to be part of making it happen.