He/Him/His

Rev. Father Jason Carson Wilson

MDiv

Founding Executive Director

Bayard Rustin Liberation Initiative

Country or state

United States (Washington D.C (District of Columbia))

Available to

Global

City

Washington, DC

Fee

Languages

English

Volunteer

Timezone

America/New_York

Personal Details

Bio

Rev. Father Jason Carson Wilson is a theologian, activist, and public speaker dedicated to advocating for social justice and equity. With a deep commitment to exploring the intersections of faith, race, gender, and sexuality, Rev. Wilson challenges audiences to engage critically with systemic injustice issues and embodying transformative change. His work draws from theological reflection and lived experience, providing profound insights into queer theology, racial justice, and inclusive ministry. As a seasoned public speaker, Rev. Wilson inspires communities to reimagine faith in ways that affirm human dignity and promote radical inclusion.

Current position (2)

Founding Executive Director

Bayard Rustin Liberation Initiative

Prinicpal

Liberating Strategies

Degrees (4)

B.S., News-Editorial

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

1994 to 1999

Master of Divinity

Chicago Theological Seminary

2013 to 2016

Doctor of Ministry

Howard University School of Divinity

2021

Doctor of Ministry

Pacific School of Religion

2023

Presentations

Presentations (2)

Prophetic Presence: Social justice ministry in action

Keynote speech given at the 2018 Illinois Interfaith Conference on the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign campus. The speech delved into the intersection of faith and advocacy as well as the importance for interfaith engagement.

Contemplating Liberation

Created a contemplative space for the Central Atlantic Conference of the United Church of Christ to ponder how to approach confronting injustice and embracing liberation.

Past talks (4)

Prophetic Presence: Faith & Social Justice Ministry

Illinois Interfaith Conference

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

January 10, 2018

My Story

ETHICS OF RECIPROCITY: Ending Violence & Criminalization of LGBTI People

United Nations, New York City

January 10, 2017

Queer Theology & Creating Personal Theologies

DignityUSA Young Adult Caucus Retreat

Denver

July 13, 2018

Restoring Dignity With Restorative Justice

National Association of Community & Restorative Justice

Chicago

July 8, 2022

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NuancedLobbyingWorkshop

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Books & Articles (6)

Giving People Shelter Is A Moral Duty

The Dehumanization & Demoralization of Black Lives

Commentary: The Snake: Anti-Immigrant Propaganda Used to Dehumanize Our Neighbors

Commentary: Rectifying injustice as we fight injustice

Unlike Jesus & Lazarus, Black Bodies Don’t Reap Resurrection

Inconvenient Truths: Oppressing the Oppressed in the Black Church

Expertise (10)

Social & Political

Leadership

Health & Well-being

Diversity Anti-Racism Lgbtqia Social Justice Theology Leadership Consulting

Clients

National Association of Community & Restorative Justice

United Church of Christ (various congregations)

Reviews

Testimonials (1)

I had the pleasure of hearing Reverend Wilson speak about the intersections of Faith and Fabulous at our campus' Interfaith Conference a few months ago. The passion that he brought to this topic, and his ability to connect with the students at the conference was palpable. Discussing the intersections of faith and sexuality can be incredibly challenging, but he was able to communicate his story, while bringing out the stories of so many others with intimacy, warmth, and joy. Reverend Wilson is an asset, and we our conference was greatly enhanced by his presence. ---Rabbi Ariel Naveh, Senior Jewish Educator at Illini Hillel at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Rabbi Ariel Naveh
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Why choose me?

Rev. Father Jason Carson Wilson offers transformative talks on faith, justice, and inclusion.