We are deeply honored to present Rev. Danielle Di Bona as she shares her Elder Spiritual Odyssey on March 6, 2025, a special event exclusively for DRUUMM Members and BIPOC Friends. This gathering is more than a storytelling session; it is a sacred space created to uplift the journeys of our elders who have shaped and strengthened Unitarian Universalism through their wisdom, activism, and leadership.
This Elder Spiritual Odyssey aligns with DRUUMM's vision of building a multigenerational, multicultural community where we honor and learn from the experiences of those who have paved the way. The purpose of this gathering is to deepen our connections, recognize the spiritual discipline of reconciliation, and inspire future leaders by connecting the struggles of the past with the hopes for tomorrow. As Danielle reflects on her life’s work, participants will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue, drawing lessons and inspiration that resonate with their own journeys.
In this intimate setting, we embody DRUUMM’s value of being conscious of history—preserving and sharing the lived stories of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color in Unitarian Universalism. Together, we will form a circle to hold and honor these stories, building a bridge between generations and cultivating a deeper collective identity. This event is an invitation to reflect on the shared spirit of resilience, community, and justice that defines our work and purpose.
We invite you to join us for this powerful evening and become a part of the ongoing story of liberation and transformation.
About Our Honored Elder Rev. Danielle Di Bona
With over 30 years of service, Rev. Danielle Di Bona has served as Chaplain to the Unitarian Universalist Association (UUA) Board of Trustees and Finding Our Way Home, and has been recognized with the 2018 Award for Distinguished Service to the Cause of Unitarian Universalism. A dedicated leader within the Diverse Revolutionary Unitarian Universalist Multicultural Ministries (DRUUMM), Rev. Danielle has significantly contributed to fostering multiculturalism and anti-racism within Unitarian Universalism. She is a former President and longtime Lead Chaplain of DRUUMM and has been instrumental in supporting Unitarian Universalists of color and advancing the organization's mission.
This event is BIPOC-only, a sacred space reserved for those who identify as Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Color and UU or interested in Unitarian Universalism. DRUUMM recognizes every Community of Color is impacted differently, and each community maintains its own unique identity and culture. BIPOC/People of Color/Person of Color/Community of Color is a political identity of survival and being in resistance to racism and colonialism, one that builds solidarity and creates positive change. White allies with questions or concerns are strongly encouraged to reach out to Allies for Racial Equity.
