The Knowledge Exchange for Resilience is thrilled to invite you to our Celebration for Resilience 2024 Symposium and Gala. Join us on September 19th at the Omni Hotel ASU Tempe for a day of enlightening discussions and celebrations.

The Symposium will run from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm and feature an exhibit hall, the KER Resilience Fellows, and talks from an array of scientists, interdisciplinary researchers, and thought leaders. Engage with these change-makers as they share their insights on the theme of "Risk and Resilience."

Join us in the evening from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm for our Gala, where we will award the annual Resilience Prize and enjoy a keynote address by Heather McGhee. A New York Times bestselling author and policy advocate, Heather will discuss themes from her book "The Sum of Us."

Registration has closed for this event. If you are a sponsor that hasn't registered all of your attendees please email Juliette.A.Dixon@asu.edu 

 View the Symposium agenda

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We're excited to announce that SRP 
has joined us as a Gold Sponsor. 

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The Office of the University Provost
is a Silver Sponsor of the 2024 Celebration

Heather McGhee is a renowned policy advocate, author, and thought leader whose work focuses on the American economy and the pervasive impact of systemic racism. As a New York Times bestselling author of "The Sum of Us," McGhee has captivated audiences with her insightful analysis of how racial inequities affect everyone, not just marginalized communities. Her book introduces the concept of the "Solidarity Dividend"—the gains achieved when people come together across racial lines to create a more equitable society. Beyond her writing, McGhee contributes to public discourse as a regular NBC News contributor and frequent guest on shows like Meet the Press and Real Time with Bill Maher. As the former president and current trustee emeritus of Demos, a progressive think tank, she advances social and economic justice. Her powerful message emphasizes that racism harms all Americans and that building a multiracial coalition is essential for lasting change, making her a compelling and inspirational figure in contemporary social justice movements.