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A message from the GLADC Board of Directors

September 14, 2018

After three years as Executive Director of the Diversity Council, Jodi Vandenberg-Daves is stepping down and we are welcoming a new Director, Arlette Rodriguez-Miller.  

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Director Transition: GLADC is Hiring

June 13, 2018

Message from Jodi Vandenberg-Daves/Hiring Details from GLADC Board of Directors This summer I will complete three years in my role as Executive Director of the Diversity Council. It has been such a privilege to do this work! Because of increased […]

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GLADC Lunch and Learn: Workplace Accessibility for People with Disabilities

June 8, 2018

Join us for a lunchtime hour of learning with a presentation on the myths and incorrect information that companies may have about disability accommodations.

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GLADC Lunch and Learn “Preventing and Addressing Sexual Harassment in the Workplace”

March 14, 2018

At a moment when many organizations are re-examining their policies and practices around sexual harassment, this presentation will provide up-to-date information on best practices to address sexual harassment in the workplace, what to avoid, and even better, how we can […]

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GLADC Lunch and Learn Program: Intercultural Communication in the Workplace

December 19, 2017

We live in times that are changing rapidly. This rate of change, and the fact that La Crosse is home to many diverse people, creates the imperative for intercultural competencies in the workplace. Join us for a presentation on intercultural communication by Ayesha Patniak, of the UWL Communication Studies Department.

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GLADC Annual Conference Launches New Conversations in Workplaces and Community

December 12, 2017

More than 80 people attended GLADC’s 7th Annual Conference on November 2. At the end of a day of rich presentations, small groups gathered to collect their takeaways and begin formulating their own “proactive strategies,” in keeping with the conference […]

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Announcing our 2017-2018 GLADC Multicultural Resource Guide

December 12, 2017

GLADC is pleased to announce the publication of an updated Multicultural Resource Guide for 2017-2018. The guide provides information about these valuable resources: Civic and Advocacy Organizations and Initiatives Accessing City and Regional Government Faith Communities Education Arts/Culture/Entertainment Businesses and […]

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Meet GLADC Board Member, Andrea Hansen

September 26, 2017

By Sonia Garcia, GLADC Intern  Andrea Hansen is a founding member of the Greater La Crosse Area Diversity Council and has served in various capacities since 2007.  Andrea is the program director of the Self-Sufficiency Program (SSP), a community engagement […]

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Announcing our New GLADC Affiliated Speakers Bureau

September 26, 2017

Are you interested in more in-depth training on diversity, inclusion, and equity for your organization? We are excited to announce a new resource available through the Greater La Crosse Area Diversity Council: our GLADC Affiliated Speakers Bureau. If you have attended our events, […]

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Mark Your Calendars: Nov. 2 GLADC Annual Conference

September 26, 2017

The theme of this year’s GLADC Annual Conference is “Pro-Active Strategies for Inclusion in Today’s Workplace and Community.”  Join us to learn from a broad array of expert speakers who will share best practices for: addressing hate and bias incidents, […]

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Multi­cultural Resource Guide

This guide lists established and emerging resources that reflect and celebrate cultural diversity in our area.

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