The Montgomery County Public Libraries (MCPL) Contemporary Conversations series continues with Tim Wise on Thursday, July 11. The free event, titled “On Race, Class, and Privilege: An Evening with Tim Wise,” will take place at the Rockville Memorial Library.
Wise will examine the connections between systemic racism, white racial privilege, and America’s class system, with particular attention to the current backlash to racial justice efforts in schools and the workplace since the racial justice uprising of 2020. He is the author of nine books, including his highly acclaimed memoir, “White Like Me: Reflections on Race from a Privileged Son.”
Wise is among the most prominent anti-racist writers and educators in the U.S. He has spent the past 25 years speaking to audiences in all 50 states. Wise has trained professionals in various fields on how to dismantle racial inequity. These fields include corporate, government, entertainment, media, law enforcement, military, and medical industries. He has provided anti-racism training to educators and administrators nationwide and internationally.
Wise spoke to the staff and faculty of Prince George’s Community College recently. Here’s the video of his presentation:
The event takes place at 6 p.m. on Thursday, July 11 at Rockville Memorial Library located at 21 Maryland Avenue in Rockville Town Square. Following Wise’s presentation, there will be a question-and-answer session and a book signing reception featuring complimentary light fare.
Books will be available at the event for purchase from the Friends of the Library Montgomery County (FOLMC). Or to purchase books online, visit the FOLMC website.
To attend the free program, you must register, as seating is limited. Residents can register to attend in-person on the MCPL website at this link.
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