Photography by Steve Roberts
On September 10, MIFA (Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association) hosted its sixth annual Our City, Our Story event at the Memphis Hilton. Over 600 people attended the luncheon and welcomed acclaimed New York Times bestselling author and investigative journalist Amanda Ripley as the keynote speaker. Ripley engaged the audience with a thought-provoking talk based on her latest work, High Conflict: Why We Get Trapped and How We Get Out. Throughout her speech, Ripley emphasized the importance of navigating conflict with intentionality, and how individuals and communities can turn divisive moments into opportunities for growth and connection, as she encouraged attendees to foster environments where conflict is constructive. Proceeds from the luncheon support MIFA’s essential programs, serving vulnerable seniors and families in crisis throughout Memphis and Shelby County. mifa.org