April 23, 2021 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Lunch & Learn - Shoals Sphere: Just Mercy
Join us for a discussion led by Dr. Andrea Hunt and Dr. Rachel Winston on the February Shoals Sphere book, "Just Mercy." We hope you have learned from this book and it has allowed you to initiate conversations for growth and change. As you prepare for the lunch & learn, check out these resources!
Join us for a discussion led by Dr. Andrea Hunt and Dr. Rachel Winston on the February Shoals Sphere book, "Just Mercy." We hope you have learned from this book and it has allowed you to initiate conversations for growth and change. As you prepare for the lunch & learn, check out these resources!
- Check out the Equal Justice Initiative
- Listen to Bryan Stevenson's TED talk: We Need to Talk About An Injustice
- Virtually tour the National Memorial for Peace and Justice and the Legacy Museum in Montgomery, AL
- Listen to the Dedication of the National Memorial for Peace and Justice
About the Author: Bryan Stevenson
Mr. Stevenson is a widely acclaimed public interest lawyer who has dedicated his career to helping the poor, the incarcerated, and the condemned.
Caption: Walter McMillian (left) celebrates with family after Bryan Stevenson won his release from death row in 1993.
Dr. Andrea Hunt
Andrea N. Hunt is an Associate Professor of Sociology and the Director of the Mitchell-West Center for Social Inclusion at the University of North Alabama. She is a proud first-generation college graduate and was recently awarded the George Merida Huckaba Endowed Professorship for 2020-2021. Her teaching, research, and community efforts cover a range of interrelated topics including trauma, identity, inequality, and trauma-informed practices. Dr. Hunt is a public sociologist and court appointed special advocate. She works regularly with local judges, probation officers, mental health professionals, social workers, youth in juvenile detention, K-12 teachers, and adults in recovery. She is currently pursuing a degree in clinical mental health counseling to better support and advocate for her community. Dr. Rachel Winston
Dr. Rachel Winston was born and raised in Tuskegee AL and has lived in Florence Alabama for over 20 years. Dr. Winston is a wife and mother of 3. She is a tenured Associate Professor in the UNA College of Nursing and is the Special Assistant to the VP of Diversity Equity and Inclusion. Dr. Winston is also the coordinator for the UNA Children’s Respite Program. The respite program is open to local children with special needs, and their siblings. Dr Winston is passionate about supporting her community and helping others reach their potential.Event Sponsors
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Date and Time
Friday Apr 23, 2021
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CDT
VIRTUAL (Link will be provided in reminder email)
Coupons for $15 off your next meal at one of our sponsoring locations will be provided post-discussion!
Contact Information
Olivia Bradford
(256) 764-4661
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