DRUUMM upcoming events

Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Coffee Hour (27 May 2026)

Thu, 28 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Caucus of DRUUMM gathers for a virtual coffee hour for community and discussion on the 4th Wednesday monthly, from 5pm to 6:30pm Pacific/8pm to 9:30pm Eastern. Join us!

Restorative Justice for People of Color 101 (28 May 2026)

Fri, 29 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT

In this 90-minute interactive workshop, we will explore how restorative justice practices can strengthen our relationships, leadership, and shared accountability as a DRUUMM community. Grounded in our newly updated Community Health & Safety Policy and Community Covenant, this session offers practical tools for navigating harm, conflict, and repair in ways that are aligned with our values.

Together, we’ll reflect on why restorative approaches matter in covenantal spaces, learn a simple framework for meaningful apology and accountability, and engage real-life scenarios through guided discussion. This workshop is especially relevant for DRUUMM leaders, members, and anyone committed to building healthier, more responsive community practices.

Speaker Profile

Alison Aguilar Lopez Gutierrez McLeod (she/hers) is a restorative conflict facilitator and lifelong Unitarian Universalist dedicated to building more just and accountable communities. She serves as Lead Facilitator for Restorative Conflict with the Tariq Khasima Foundation, working with youth, families, and community members to develop tools for de-escalation, accountability, and healing.

Alison also serves as Co-Chair of the UUA Ministerial Fellowship Committee, where she has helped integrate restorative and anti-oppressive practices into ministerial formation. With a background in education, nonprofit leadership, and social justice organizing, she brings a grounded, relational approach to navigating conflict. As a transracial adoptee, she centers inclusive, story-based practices that honor lived experience and foster deeper understanding.

2026 DRUUMM Annual Meeting (11 Jun 2026)

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:30:00 GMT

DRUUMM Members are invited to our Annual Meeting to be held Thursday, June 11, from 7:30 to 9:00 PM Eastern. Agenda includes:

Message from the President
Steering Committee Election Results
Mel Hoover Beloved Community Award

...and more!

Important note: All event participants and DRUUMM members are expected to abide by DRUUMM's Community Covenant and Community Health & Safety Policy. Please email info@druumm.org or call (617) 221-8589 with any question.

DRUUMM Village at UUA General Assembly 2026 (14 Jun 2026)

Sun, 14 Jun 2026 04:00:00 GMT

DRUUMM Village is a multiplatform gathering held alongside the UUA General Assembly 2026 — a space for BIPOC Unitarian Universalists and friends of DRUUMM to reconnect, ground spiritually, build relationships, and move through the GA together in community.

You do not need to register for UUA General Assembly to attend DRUUMM Village programs. All events are BIPOC only, free, and links to join will be shared with your RSVP at druumm.org/events.

General Assembly Information
GA Schedule

Sunday, June 14 Opening In-Gathering

A grounding space before the business and intensity of General Assembly begin in earnest.

Sunday, June 14
3:00–4:15 PM ET • 2:00–3:15 PM CT • 1:00–2:15 PM MT • 12:00–1:15 PM PT • 9:00–10:15 AM Hawaiʻi

Deb Walker, Rev. Sherman Logan, Noemi de Guzman and more.

Saturday, June 20 California Gatherings

In-person gatherings at the official Satellite locations of Mt Diablo in Walnut Creek, CA and First Unitarian Church in Los Angeles. Hosted by DRUUMM California.

Rev. Kevin Mann, Rev. Leslie Takahashi, Daisy Quan, Antoinette Scully

Saturday, June 20
5:00–7:00 PM ET • 4:00–6:00 PM CT • 3:00–5:00 PM MT • 2:00–4:00 PM PT • 11:00 AM–1:00 PM Hawaiʻi

Sunday, June 21 GA Worship Watch Party with Rev. Jen Ryu

Gather together to experience GA Sunday Worship featuring Rev. Jen Youngsun Ryu, followed by DRUUMM’s Closing Circle as a space for reflection, gratitude, and spiritual grounding before departure.

Sunday, June 21
GA Worship: 11:00 AM–12:30 PM ET • 10:00–11:30 AM CT • 9:00–10:30 AM MT • 8:00–9:30 AM PT • 5:00–6:30 AM Hawaiʻi

Sunday, June 21 Closing Circle
Closing Circle: 12:30–2:00 PM ET • 11:30 AM–1:00 PM CT • 10:30–12:00 PM MT • 9:30–11:00 AM PT • 6:30–8:00 AM Hawaiʻi

For questions or support:

GA 2026 Coordinator Deb Walker — 313-673-2503 gacoord@druumm.org
DRUUMM Administrator Noemi de Guzman - 617-221-8589 noemi@druumm.org
Pastoral Care /DRUUMM Chaplain Team - chaplain@druumm.org or share your concern at druumm.org/chaplains

DRUUMM Open House (23 Jun 2026)

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Beloved BIPOC friends and DRUUMM members too, do you want to know more about DRUUMM? Come join us for our Open House! This is a great way to learn about DRUUMM programs and events and to make connections with each other.

We come together to build our beloved community from around the world. We are united in our vision of healing from oppression, self-determination, and the anti-racist, anti-oppressive transformation of Unitarian Universalism.

Your hosts will be DRUUMM Outreach Co-Coordinators Karishma Gottfried and Devin Dadah.

This event is BIPOC-centered, 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.

Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Coffee Hour (24 Jun 2026)

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Coffee Hour (22 Jul 2026)

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Coffee Hour (26 Aug 2026)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

DRUUMM Village: Beloved Gathering (National Conference) (17 Sep 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 19:00:00 GMT

We invite People of Color from across North America and around the world to join us in person to cultivate spiritual resilience, foster transformative connections, and empower People of Color across Unitarian Universalist communities.

DRUUMM’s national gathering is when our community pauses from the pace of daily organizing and ministry to reconnect with one another, deepen our spiritual grounding, and strengthen our collective vision

We will gather at Unity Village (just outside Kansas City, Missouri) for 4 days of worship, conversation, learning, and celebration among Unitarian Universalists of color and our communities of care.

Renew relationships across generations within the DRUUMM community
Deepen spiritual grounding
Celebrate our cultures, music, and traditions
Share skills and wisdom across ministry, organizing and justice work, and community leadership
Build DRUUMM’s future together

Registration is on a sliding scale and includes the conference program, meals and snacks, and transportation between Kansas City International Airport and Unity Hotel. Registration closes on September 10, 2026.

For additional information about travel, lodging, access, and leadership and volunteer opportunities, please visit the Beloved Gathering 2026 web page.

Unable to attend? If you have the means, please consider making a personal or institutional contribution of any amount to the National Conference Fund. Your generosity will help fund scholarships and defray costs.

Conference Committee: Cat Nguyen and Erol Delos Santos (co-chairs),
Esperanza Flores Garza, Jon Ramirez, Michelle Venegas-Matula, Tomi Fatunde, Rev. Joseph Santos-Lyons, Noemi de Guzman

Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Coffee Hour (23 Sep 2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Coffee Hour (28 Oct 2026)

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Coffee Hour (25 Nov 2026)

Thu, 26 Nov 2026 01:00:00 GMT

Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Coffee Hour (23 Dec 2026)

Thu, 24 Dec 2026 01:00:00 GMT