Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Brookline for Racial Justice & Equity ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://brje.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Brookline’s Juneteenth 2026](https://brje.org/brooklines-juneteenth-2026/) - Join us for Brookline’s annual Juneteenth celebration at Cypress Field. Stop by for music, performances, food, and community joy. - [Chris Smalls’ Author Talk](https://brje.org/chris-smalls-author-talk/) - Labor organizer and Amazon Workers Union founder Chris Smalls will be discussing his new book When Revolution Comes. - [Marley Dias’ Book Reading](https://brje.org/marley-dias-book-reading/) - Join authors Marley and Scott Dias for a storytime celebrating their new picture book I Am the Dream Come True, a story about family, ancestry, and the legacy of activism that inspires young people to reach for their dreams. - [BRJE at the Farmers’ Market 2026](https://brje.org/brje-at-the-farmers-market-2026/) - Come find BRJE at the 2nd Brookline Farmers’ Market of the season! We’ll be tabling at the Inspo:Expo booth, a spot reserved for local nonprofits. - [Read on, Dream on](https://brje.org/read-on-dream-on/) - This summer, BRJE is inviting you to participate in our Read On, Dream On – Summer Book Drop Campaign! - [Brookline AANHPI Month Mahjong Workshop](https://brje.org/brookline-aanhpi-month-mahjong-workshop/) - This community celebration focuses on AANHPI stories and art, and features an author discussion, student performances and exhibits of student artwork. There will also be food, author visits, arts & crafts, games, and more. - [Rising Together Spring Mixer 2026](https://brje.org/rising-together-spring-mixer-2026/) - Join Brookline for Racial Justice & Equity (BRJE) for Rising Together, our second annual fundraiser and a joyful evening of community, celebration, and shared purpose. - [Kellie Carter Jackson Author Talk](https://brje.org/kellie-carter-jackson-author-talk/) - In We Refuse, historian Kellie Carter Jackson urges us to move past this false choice, offering an unflinching examination of the breadth of Black responses to white oppression, particularly those pioneered by Black women. - [Lessons & Legacies: An Intergenerational Conversation on Justice and Resistance](https://brje.org/lessons-legacies-an-intergenerational-conversation-on-justice-and-resistance/) - In We Refuse, historian Kellie Carter Jackson urges us to move past this false choice, offering an unflinching examination of the breadth of Black responses to white oppression, particularly those pioneered by Black women. - [Brookline’s 4th Annual AANHPI Heritage Event](https://brje.org/brooklines-4th-annual-aanhpi-heritage-event/) - This community celebration focuses on AANHPI stories and art, and features an author discussion, student performances and exhibits of student artwork. There will also be food, author visits, arts & crafts, games, and more. - [Say No to SROs](https://brje.org/say-no-to-sros/) - Brookline for Racial Justice & Equity is strongly opposed to the proposal to bring back the School Resource Officer program, which would reverse a 2021 decision to eliminate the program that was supported by a majority of the Select Board and a unanimous School Committee. - [Racial Justice & the Courts](https://brje.org/racial-justice-and-the-courts/) - Join BRJE as we explore the critical role of legal advocacy organizations in shaping the fight for racial justice over the next four years. - [2025 Racial Justice Candidate Forum](https://brje.org/racial-justice-candidate-forum/) - Join Brookline for Racial Justice & Equity (BRJE) for our annual Racial Justice Candidate Forum, where we’ll engage candidates for the Select Board and the Brookline School Committee in a critical discussion on racial justice and equity. - [Rising Together Spring Mixer 2025](https://brje.org/rising-together-spring-mixer/) - RISING TOGETHER is a celebration of the collective work of advocates and organizers who are contributing to a more just Brookline. - [Bystander Training](https://brje.org/bystander-training/) - Learn more about BRJE events in Brookline! - [Brookline United for Immigrant Justice](https://brje.org/brookline-united-for-immigrant-justice/) - This gathering featured a keynote conversation with Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell and a panel of immigrant rights advocates who are leading efforts to protect and empower immigrant communities across the Commonwealth. - [Community Resource Fair](https://brje.org/community-resource-fair/) - Learn more about BRJE events in Brookline! - [Student Walkout](https://brje.org/student-walkout/) - Hundreds of students from Brookline High School and the Winsor School walked out of class and gathered at Brookline Town Hall to protest ICE. - [Teen Sign-making Workshop](https://brje.org/teen-sign-making-workshop/) - Are you going to the No Kings protest on March 28? Come make posters with us! Free entry and materials included. - [Protest Art Workshop](https://brje.org/protest-art-workshop/) - BRJE is partnering with the Brookline Arts Center to co-host a free protest art workshop led by artist Shamayam Sullivan. - [BRJE X Race Reels](https://brje.org/brje-x-race-reels/) - Join BRJE and Race Reels for a screening of a classic film, followed by a guest speaker and group discussion! - [2026 Racial Justice Candidate Forum](https://brje.org/2026-racial-justice-candidate-forum/) - For the 8th year, BRJE is bringing together candidates for the Brookline Select Board, School Committee, and BHA Commission. Candidates will be asked to share their personal experiences, articulate policy positions, and provide concrete solutions to advance racial equity in Brookline. This is an important moment ahead of May's election to hear directly from candidates before you vote. - [2020 BRJE 4th Congressional District Forum](https://brje.org/2020-brje-4th-congressional-district-forum/) - Learn more about BRJE's 2020 4th Congressional District Forum. - [2020 BRJE Racial Justice Candidate Forum](https://brje.org/2020-brje-racial-justice-candidate-forum/) - Learn more about BRJE's 2020 Racial Justice Candidate Forum. - [2023 BRJE Racial Justice Candidate Forum](https://brje.org/2023-brje-racial-justice-candidate-forum/) - Learn more about BRJE's Racial Justice Candidate Forum. - ["The Downside of AP's" Forum](https://brje.org/the-downside-of-aps-forum/) - Learn more about "The Downside of AP's" in BRJE's Forum. - [2024 BRJE Racial Justice Candidate Forum](https://brje.org/2024-brje-racial-justice-candidate-forum/) - Learn more about BRJE's Racial Justice Candidate Forum. - [Save Brookline's Office of Educational Equity](https://brje.org/save-brooklines-office-of-educational-equity/) - Learn more about BRJE events in Brookline! - [2021 BRJE Racial Justice Candidate Forum](https://brje.org/2021-brje-racial-justice-candidate-forum/) - 2021 BRJE Forum – Local Brookline Elections - [2022 BRJE Racial Justice Candidate Forum](https://brje.org/2022-brje-racial-justice-candidate-forum/) - 2022 BRJE Forum – Local Brookline Elections ## Pages - [BROOKLINE FOR RACIAL JUSTICE & EQUITY](https://brje.org/) - Brookline for Racial Justice & Equity (BRJE) is a nonprofit community organization committed to eliminating racism in Brookline, Massachusetts. - [Upcoming Events](https://brje.org/upcoming-events/) - Upcoming Eventsact nowupcoming eventsact nowJoin our email list to get updates straight to your inbox.Follow us on social media for the latest event details. Summer Eats Kickoff EventEvent: Summer Eats Kickoff – Taste the World Festival Date: June 30, 2026 (Rain Date July 1, 2026) Time: 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm Location: Brookline Avenue Playground - [Past Events](https://brje.org/past-events/) - Past Eventscoming togetherpast eventscoming togetherAllEventForumSchoolsWorkshop/FairBrookline’s Juneteenth 2026June 19, 2026EventLearn More →Learn More → Chris Smalls’ Author TalkJune 16, 2026EventLearn More →Learn More → Marley Dias’ Book ReadingJune 14, 2026EventLearn More →Learn More → BRJE at the Farmers’ Market 2026June 11, 2026EventLearn More →Learn More → Brookline AANHPI Month Mahjong WorkshopMay 31, 2026EventLearn More →Learn More - [Attribution](https://brje.org/attribution/) - This site has been created with the help of many different people and companies.This site was built on a powerful, Inspirations based web builder called BoldGrid. It is running on WordPress, the most popular content management software online today. Web hosting support is provided by DreamHost. Additional functionality provided by: WP Canvas - Gallery - [About Us](https://brje.org/about-us/) - About BRJEeliminating racismBrookline for Racial Justice & Equity (BRJE) is on a mission to eliminate racism and all its vestiges in our lifetime. About BRJEeliminating racismBrookline for Racial Justice & Equity (BRJE) is on a mission to eliminate racism and all its vestiges in our lifetime. Brookline for Racial Justice & Equity (BRJE) is on - [Testimonials Supporting the OEE](https://brje.org/testimonials-supporting-the-oee/) - Testimonialsfrom communityTestimonialsfrom community“As the parent of two Black students of the Public Schools of Brookline — one graduated and one current — we need to state what’s usually the quiet part: our students encounter quite a segregated experience in PSB. The intricacies of schedules contribute to this. The vastly different levels of preparedness for challenging - [Sponsor a new BRJE Member](https://brje.org/sponsor-a-new-brje-member/) - SponsorSponsorHelp grow our grassroots movement, which is committed to breaking down barriers to opportunity and building a blueprint to help other communities do the same. Help grow our grassroots movement, which is committed to breaking down barriers to opportunity and building a blueprint to help other communities do the same. To sponsor a new member, - [Books](https://brje.org/books/) - This summer, BRJE is inviting you to participate in our 'Read On, Dream On' Summer Book Drop Campaign! - [Join the Action Team](https://brje.org/join-us/) - Become a memberjoin usThere is power in numbers. When you join BRJE, you’re part of a growing movement demanding racial justice in Brookline. Become a memberjoin usThere is power in numbers. When you join BRJE, you’re part of a growing movement demanding racial justice in Brookline. There is power in numbers. When you join BRJE, - [Donate](https://brje.org/donate/) - Donatesupport BrooklineOur work is powered by people committed to eliminating racism in all forms in Brookline and beyond. If you are able to, please donate to support our work at this crucial juncture. Donatesupport usOur work is powered by people committed to eliminating racism in all forms in Brookline and beyond. If you are able - [Resources](https://brje.org/resources/) - Welcome to our Resources page! Below you will find a variety of resources for Brookline community members organized by topic. We strive to update the page regularly to provide relevant information. - [Press](https://brje.org/press/) - Check us out in the news! See how BRJE is staying active in Brookline. - [Schools](https://brje.org/schools/) - In Schoolsuplifting equityBRJE works alongside administrators, policymakers, and educators to advance racial equity in Brookline Public Schools—addressing opportunity gaps, uplifting student voices and leadership, and advocating to keep police out of schools. In Schoolsuplifting equityBRJE works with and alongside administrators, policymakers, and educators to support racial equity initiatives, address opportunity gaps, uplift student voices and - [MA Fight Back Table](https://brje.org/ma-fight-back-table/) - MA Fight Back Tableprotect our communitiesMA Fight Back Tableprotect our communitiesMA Fight Back TableBRJE is a proud member of the MA Fight Back Table. We organize alongside unions, nonprofits, and advocacy groups to protect our communities. As one of 28 co-sponsor organizations, we work in partnership to keep people informed and build rapid-response capacity across - [Immigrant Justice](https://brje.org/immigrant-justice/) - Immigrant Justiceprotecting communityBRJE understands that immigrant justice is inseparable from racial justice and organizes with community partners to challenge the racialized policing, surveillance, and detention of immigrant communities. Immigrant Justiceprotecting communityBRJE understands that immigrant justice is inseparable from racial justice and organizes with community partners to challenge the racialized policing, surveillance, and detention of immigrant - [High School Fellowship](https://brje.org/high-school-fellowship/) - High School Fellowshipfellowship overviewHigh School Fellowshipfellowship overviewStorytelling & Media Focus, Campaign Strategy & Policy Focus, and Community Activism Focus.Storytelling & Media Focus, Campaign Strategy & Policy Focus, and Community Activism Focus.applications are currently closed | the next cohort begins Fall 2026Brookline for Racial Justice & Equity (BRJE) has launched a paid fellowship for four Brookline - [Candidate Forums](https://brje.org/candidate-forums/) - Candidate Forumsexpanding accessBRJE hosts annual candidate forums to give Brookline residents a chance to hear directly from Select Board and School Committee candidates about racial justice and equity. Candidate Forumsexpanding accessBRJE organizes annual candidate forums to expand access to local decision-making and elevate racial equity in public life. Moderated by BRJE Board Members, these forums - [BRJE Statement on the Defunding of the OEE](https://brje.org/brje-statement-on-the-defunding-of-the-oee/) - BRJE Statement on the Defunding of the OEEFriday, October 17, 2025 BRJE Statement on the Defunding of the OEEMay 23, 2025 Last night, the Brookline School Committee voted 6-3 to reject more than $188,000 raised by community members to restore the Office of Educational Equity, including a full-time assistant director position and stipends for 14 - [Executive Director Announcement](https://brje.org/executive-director-announcement/) - Executive Director AnnouncementExecutive Director AnnouncementLast month, I participated in a panel discussion hosted by the Brookline Community Foundation focused on economic inequality. In my remarks, I shared that we’ve already seen what it looks like for this community to be fully behind something because we’ve done it before. In response to climate change, we’ve seen - [Privacy Policy](https://brje.org/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policytrust BrooklinePrivacy Policytrust usOur work is powered by people committed to eliminating racism in all forms in Brookline and beyond. If you are able to, please donate to support our work at this crucial juncture. Brookline for Racial Justice & Equity (BRJE) values your trust and is committed to protecting your privacy. As a - [Courts](https://brje.org/courts/) - The Courtsleveraging advocacyBRJE leverages legal advocacy to hold institutions accountable when they fail to protect community members and demand accountability and structural change. The Courtsleveraging advocacyBRJE leverages legal advocacy to hold institutions accountable when they fail to protect community members and demand accountability and structural change. BRJE leverages legal advocacy to hold institutions accountable when - [Housing](https://brje.org/housing/) - Housingaccess for allWe’re fighting to make housing affordable and accessible. We partnered with MassINC polling to survey 508 Brookline residents on rent control, housing affordability, and policy priorities. Housingaccess for allWe’re fighting to make housing affordable and accessible. We partnered with MassINC polling to survey 508 Brookline residents on rent control, housing affordability, and policy - [Impact](https://brje.org/impact/) - Our Impactjustice for allBRJE is a grassroots force dismantling systemic racism and building a future where racial and social justice are created—not promised. Our Impactjustice for allBRJE is a grassroots force dismantling systemic racism and building a future where racial and social justice are created—not promised. BRJE is a grassroots force dismantling systemic racism and - [BRJE Statement on the Death of Gerald Alston, Jr.](https://brje.org/brje-statement-on-the-death-of-gerald-alston-jr/) - Brookline for Racial Justice & Equity (BRJE) Statement on the Death of Gerald Alston, Jr.Friday, October 17, 2025 Brookline for Racial Justice & Equity (BRJE) Statement on the Death of Gerald Alston, Jr.Friday, October 17, 2025 Brookline for Racial Justice & Equity mourns the passing of Gerald Alston, Jr., whose courage exposed deep-rooted racial injustice - [Opportunities](https://brje.org/opportunities/) - Join our team of leaders who are dedicated to dismantling systemic racism and advancing policies that promote racial and social justice in our community. - [BRJE Statement](https://brje.org/brje-statement-oee/) - BRJE statement on the elimination of the Office of Educational Equity by the Brookline School Committee March 14, 2025 Friends & Neighbors – In a stunning move, the Brookline School Committee voted 5-4 last night to completely eliminate the Office of Educational Equity, which provided critical leadership, training, and support for equity initiatives across our - [Take Action](https://brje.org/take-action/) - Take Action in BrooklineTake Action in BrooklineVestibulum ac diam sit amet quam vehicula elementum sed sit amet dui cras ultricies. 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