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Story by Sonia Garcia– The Institute for Social Justice at the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse is hosting the second annual Social Justice Week. “More than One Struggle: Intersections and Activism” will run from April 3-7. All events throughout […]
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The Council is delighted to have the energy, ideas, and skills of our Spring, 2017 interns, Alicia Quiñones and Sonia Garcia. They have been assisting with our Council’s newsletter and other forms of outreach, and updating our Multicultural Resource Guide. […]
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Check out these local opportunities to celebrate the struggles for justice, the accomplishments, and the contributions of women in our shared past–and present! International Women’s Day Celebrations:March 8: International Panel. Sponsored by UWL’s International Education & Engagement Office, at 5 […]
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Do you share our vision of the Greater La Crosse Area as an inclusive and welcoming place to live, work, access opportunities, contribute and belong? Are you an employer trying to attract and retain a diverse workforce to strengthen the […]
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Black History Month offers the opportunity to educate ourselves of the history of African Americans, as well as to recognize and celebrate the achievements and successes of black Americans in the history of our country and within our communities. Here […]
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“With exclusion and inequality on the rise, we must step up efforts to ensure that all people, without discrimination, are able to access opportunities to improve their lives and those of others.” Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon With all of the political […]
Read MoreUW-La Crosse has organized an exciting three days of events on the theme of Identity Matters. Visit the calendar for a complete listing of engaging events that celebrate creativity, diversity, and awareness around issues of race, gender, culture, disability, and […]
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Mark your calendars for the 2017 annual MLK, Jr. Celebration at Viterbo, and consider nominating someone for the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Leadership Award. Nucleus Johnson will speak on the topic, “Echoes of a King” on Jan. 16, 2017 […]
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The Greater La Crosse Area Diversity Council was delighted to nominate Dr. Bethany Brent for the 7 Rivers Alliance Rising Star Award, and was very pleased to see Dr. Brent receive this award on November 17, and be honored by […]
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The Council’s annual conference on November 10, “Building Bridges: Workplace and Community” conference brought 55 people together, representing a wide range of area organizations. Participants learned about the work of the La Crosse Human Rights Commission to address discrimination and create […]
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