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2021 Regional Read: Waking Up White by Debby Irving
August - November, 2021
Visit the Waking Up White Regional Read page for more information on public presentatations, small group book chats, and how to get your own copy of the book.
August - November, 2021
Visit the Waking Up White Regional Read page for more information on public presentatations, small group book chats, and how to get your own copy of the book.
Black Men in White Coats Documentary
Tuesday, July 27, 12-1 pm, zoom
Fed up with the lack of diversity among doctors, a medical doctor sets out to explore why only 2% of American doctors are Black men and what that means for society. This documentary dissects the systemic barriers preventing Black men from becoming medical doctors and the consequences on society at large. In this session we’ll experience their struggles and their triumphs and investigate the questions Why are there so few Black men in the medical field and what can we do about it? Discussion will be led by Christopher Ford, MD Columbia St. Mary’s Emergency Department, and Marc Drake, MD, Medical College of Wisconsin, Resident Physician
Tuesday, July 27, 12-1 pm, zoom
Fed up with the lack of diversity among doctors, a medical doctor sets out to explore why only 2% of American doctors are Black men and what that means for society. This documentary dissects the systemic barriers preventing Black men from becoming medical doctors and the consequences on society at large. In this session we’ll experience their struggles and their triumphs and investigate the questions Why are there so few Black men in the medical field and what can we do about it? Discussion will be led by Christopher Ford, MD Columbia St. Mary’s Emergency Department, and Marc Drake, MD, Medical College of Wisconsin, Resident Physician
Women & Water Coming Together Symposium
August 1-5, 2021
The Mission and Vision for the Women and Water Coming Together Symposium is to bring together women from all walks of life to attend this four day event.
Attendees of the Women and Water Symposium will gather four days of information on water issues around the United States in order to work for Clean Water in their communities. They will participate in cultural discussions to add diversity to our thinking and understanding for all of creation and to heal ones own self in order to help others. They will experience age-old wholistic approaches to Native American wisdom and lifestyle philosophies. Together this diverse scope will enhance their self-esteem, self-reliance and self determination to help them in working with their community for Clean Water.
August 1-5, 2021
The Mission and Vision for the Women and Water Coming Together Symposium is to bring together women from all walks of life to attend this four day event.
Attendees of the Women and Water Symposium will gather four days of information on water issues around the United States in order to work for Clean Water in their communities. They will participate in cultural discussions to add diversity to our thinking and understanding for all of creation and to heal ones own self in order to help others. They will experience age-old wholistic approaches to Native American wisdom and lifestyle philosophies. Together this diverse scope will enhance their self-esteem, self-reliance and self determination to help them in working with their community for Clean Water.
Widening the Circle Conference Speaker Series
Monday, August 9, 7-8 pm
Additional dates include: September 13, and October 11
Monday, August 9, 7-8 pm
Additional dates include: September 13, and October 11
YWCA Racial Justice Workshop
Second Session: Monday, August 30 - Wednesday, September 1, 2021
Join us for an in depth and interactive learning experience. The elimination of racism is an on-going process that requires persistence, commitment and continued dialogue. YWCA La Crosse is committed to supporting individuals and organizations in eliminating racism through interactive learning, personal reflection, cultural humility, constructive dialogue, and meaningful action.
This in-person workshop will take place over the course of three 8-hour days, August 30th through September 1st. Future workshops will be posted on our FB page, as they are scheduled. Workshop fees are $250 per participant. Scholarships are available. Click here to register: https://rjworkshop2.swell.gives. For more information contact our Mission Impact Coordinator at rschwarz@ywcalax.org.
Second Session: Monday, August 30 - Wednesday, September 1, 2021
Join us for an in depth and interactive learning experience. The elimination of racism is an on-going process that requires persistence, commitment and continued dialogue. YWCA La Crosse is committed to supporting individuals and organizations in eliminating racism through interactive learning, personal reflection, cultural humility, constructive dialogue, and meaningful action.
This in-person workshop will take place over the course of three 8-hour days, August 30th through September 1st. Future workshops will be posted on our FB page, as they are scheduled. Workshop fees are $250 per participant. Scholarships are available. Click here to register: https://rjworkshop2.swell.gives. For more information contact our Mission Impact Coordinator at rschwarz@ywcalax.org.
WisCorps, Inc. DEI Workshops
Racial Equity and Environmentalism: Tuesday Aug. 31, 1:30-4:00 pm
Foundations of Internalized Racism: Tuesday Sept. 14, 1:30-4:00 pm
Decentering White Dominant Culture: Tuesday Sept. 28, 1:30-4:00 pm
These workshops are free for anyone interested in learning about the foundations of anti-racism and the environment. All workshops will be held virtually and will be recorded (access for two weeks following). Contact Andrea Frisch at andrea.frisch@wiscorps.org or 608-799-2570 to register.
Racial Equity and Environmentalism: Tuesday Aug. 31, 1:30-4:00 pm
Foundations of Internalized Racism: Tuesday Sept. 14, 1:30-4:00 pm
Decentering White Dominant Culture: Tuesday Sept. 28, 1:30-4:00 pm
These workshops are free for anyone interested in learning about the foundations of anti-racism and the environment. All workshops will be held virtually and will be recorded (access for two weeks following). Contact Andrea Frisch at andrea.frisch@wiscorps.org or 608-799-2570 to register.
6th Annual WorkForce Forum: The Language of Diversity
Thursday, September 23, 8-11 am, via Zoom
The purpose of the 6th Annual Workforce Forum: The Language of Diversity is to help educate local businesses, human resource professionals, and services providers on Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. Dr. Marcus Lewis will be speaking on Inclusive Language in the Workplace and Amanda Goodenough will be discussing Harnessing Bold Leadership for Equitable Workplaces.
Thursday, September 23, 8-11 am, via Zoom
The purpose of the 6th Annual Workforce Forum: The Language of Diversity is to help educate local businesses, human resource professionals, and services providers on Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace. Dr. Marcus Lewis will be speaking on Inclusive Language in the Workplace and Amanda Goodenough will be discussing Harnessing Bold Leadership for Equitable Workplaces.
Toward One Wisconsin Conference
Tuesday - Wednesday, October 12-13, 2021, Eau Claire, WI
Wherever you are on your Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) journey, there’s something for you at Toward One Wisconsin. Whether you’re just starting out and overwhelmed, or you’re a leading activist in your community, this conference will provide best practices, insights and implementation tools to help you take the next steps. Across all sectors of business and life in Wisconsin, parallel efforts are underway to prioritize DEI. We may be in different places based on the diversity of our experiences, but we’re all traveling the same journey: Toward One Wisconsin.
Tuesday - Wednesday, October 12-13, 2021, Eau Claire, WI
Wherever you are on your Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) journey, there’s something for you at Toward One Wisconsin. Whether you’re just starting out and overwhelmed, or you’re a leading activist in your community, this conference will provide best practices, insights and implementation tools to help you take the next steps. Across all sectors of business and life in Wisconsin, parallel efforts are underway to prioritize DEI. We may be in different places based on the diversity of our experiences, but we’re all traveling the same journey: Toward One Wisconsin.
White Privilege Symposium, A Vision for Racial Equity: History, Truth, and A Call for Action
Friday - Saturday, Dec. 3 and 4, 2021, La Crosse Center
Sponsored by The Privilege Institute and The Waking Up White Collaborative
Keynote speakers include Debby Irving, Jasiri X, and Moore!
Friday - Saturday, Dec. 3 and 4, 2021, La Crosse Center
Sponsored by The Privilege Institute and The Waking Up White Collaborative
Keynote speakers include Debby Irving, Jasiri X, and Moore!
