Dr. Deborah Stroman, an entrepreneur and instructor at the University of North Carolina’s Gillings School of Global Public Health, will provide an analysis and a brief historical context to structural racism in the United States. The What? Now What? and So What? continues to haunt and disturb social justice advocates who operate within or partner with institutions. This presentation provides an overview and deeper examination of race, racism, and culture concepts in the United States. In addition, the importance of language and communication are addressed to foster understanding and belonging in the organization. This session is designed to spark curiosity, foster dialogue, and present a clear understanding of the individual and organizational and psychological challenges of racial healing and collaborative decision-making. Dr. Stroman has more than 30+ years of experience and practice, including a doctorate in organizational behavior and leadership strategies, and race and racism analysis. She teaches racial equity curricula as a core faculty member of the Health Equity, Social Justice, and Human Rights graduate program. Her consulting clients include the National Institutes of Health, corporations, major universities, municipalities, and nonprofits across the country.