Racial Justice Allies & Advocates
The Racial Justice Allies and Advocates Training program is designed to provide students, faculty, and staff with a core awareness of the structures of racism, its role in interpersonal relationships, and empower allies to elevate the voices of underrepresented populations at the University of Illinois.
Upcoming Trainings
Racial Justice Allies & Advocates 1.0
Monday, September 29, 2025 (In Person)
SDRP 2009 (Ikenberry)
301 E Gregory Dr, Champaign, IL 61820
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Thursday, October 23, 2025 (In Person)
Siebel Center for Design, Classroom 1002
1208 S 4th St, Champaign, IL 61820
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Thursday, November 13, 2025 (Virtual)
Zoom Link sent via email
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Racial Justice Allies & Advocates 2.0
Monday, December 1, 2025 (In Person)
Siebel Center for Design, Sunrise Studio 1046
1208 S 4th St, Champaign, IL 61820
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Racial Justice Allies & Advocates 1.0
Monday, November 24, 2025 (Virtual)
Zoom Link sent via email
1:00 - 4:00 PM
Thursday, December 4, 2025 (In Person)
OVCDEI, Room 3080
614 E Daniel St, Champaign, IL 61820
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Racial Justice Allies & Advocates 2.0
Friday, December 12, 2025 (In Person)
Siebel Center for Design, Classroom 1000
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Register for Racial Justice Allies & Advocates Training
FAQ
Do I have to complete 1.0 in order to take 2.0?
Yes, you must have completed RJAA 1.0 in order to take RJAA 2.0
RJAA 1.0 is designed to create a shared understanding of the concepts covered in 2.0 and we build upon those concepts with new content.
The Racial Justice Allies & Advocates Training is presented by Diversity & Social Justice Education in conjunction with partners from across Student and Academic Affairs. For more information, you can contact the Diversity & Social Justice Education office at dsje@illinois.edu