ARC of Justice Ideas Exchange Event 2024
Background
The ARC of Justice (AOJ) brought together experts in psychology, law, divinity, business, and government to explore the roots of violence and its systemic impact. The event was structured as a guided conversation blending academic expertise, personal reflection, and community interaction. The aim: to spark transformative thinking and seed future workshops that move theory into action.
AE’s Solutions & Results
- Designed the Run of Show, balancing formal presentations with interactive, audience-led dialogue
- Supported speaker coordination, including materials, flow, and staging
- Managed room transitions, including breakout discussion setup and post-session Brainstorm Lab
- Designed and placed event signage, including AOJ branding and navigation materials
- Coordinated food & beverage logistics for networking and reception portions
- Curated materials for audience engagement, including prompts, reflection tools, affirmation boards, and printed articles
- Provided on-site coordination for load-in, transitions, and load-out
Event Results
- Structured but Human-Centered Dialogue
- The interdisciplinary approach grounded the conversation in real-world expertise, but welcomed audience commentary and shared processing—allowing for reflection, learning, and healing.
- Emotional & Intellectual Impact
- Speakers explored themes like “othering,” exploitation, and moral erosion, while the audience contributed lived experiences. The conversation moved beyond theory into real questions about community responsibility and systems of harm.
- Call to Action & Ongoing Work
- The post-event Brainstorm Lab offered attendees a space to envision future workshops, with many indicating interest in leading or supporting initiatives for 2025 and the 2026 Symposium.
Challenges
- Tight timeline for finalizing content and printing materials
- Speaker AV timing and transitions required added on-site coordination
Tips
- Build in a 30-minute speaker tech rehearsal with slides, mic checks, and cues
- Use a designated facilitator or moderator to balance spontaneity and structure
Event Details
Client: Arc of Justice (AOJ)
Location: Georgia State Centennial Hall Auditorium
Date: October 2024
Event Type: Social Justice Forum
Target Audience: Professionals in Psychology, Law, Divinity & Business
