JULY NEWSLETTER Check out what we've been up to this month |
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We would like to introduce you to our newly formatted newsletter. Hopefully this will help you digest the wealth of information that we share with you. Thank you for your donations that made these updates, and those to our website possible.
Our goal is to provide you with information that increases your awareness of racial justice issues, empowers you with knowledge, and supports you with strategies to turn your anger into action. We want you to commit to loving your neighbor, out loud, and hold each other accountable along the way. This work can be tedious and tiring, yet we are in it for the long haul. "Do not get lost in a sea of despair. Be hopeful, be optimistic. Our struggle is not the struggle of a day, a week, a month, or a year, it is the struggle of a lifetime. Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble." (John Lewis, 2018)
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Erica and Heidi interview Darnisha Garbade about racial inequities she and her family have suffered in the Burlington School District. Darnisha shares her jaw dropping story, what she's doing now, and why she's choosing action over silence. | | |
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Erica and Heidi lament the recent tragedy of George Floyd, highlight the Christian Cooper story, share news about local protests and a recent petition they generated in their community, and discuss how to navigate the current climate surrounding race in the United States. | | |
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"Notwithstanding improvements to the US judicial system, this distressing book offers important lessons for all societies that claim color-blindness but enact policies that scapegoat marginalised groups. Color-blindness leads to denial, believes Alexander; better to strive for color-consciousness." the Observer | | |
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FOR OUR WHITE FRIENDS DESIRING TO BE ALLIES "Above all, I urge you keep trying. You're going to make mistakes; expect this. But keep showing up. Be compassionate. Lead with empathy, always. Keep learning and growing. If you do this, I truly believe you’ll be doing the work of an ally." <<<---Click Image to Reach Article | | |
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Hosted and Recommended Events |
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Break the Silence in the Burbs Protest/March Friday, July 24th @ 6 pm Meet at Cedar Creek Park (details on BTSB FB page) | | |
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Ozaukee Youth United discuss Systemic Racism Great panelists engage in much needed conversation Join us on Sat, July 25th, 1 pm (RSVP Only - masks/social distancing) | | |
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Diverse Dining We are exploring the power of food and community in healing racial divides. Suggested donation is $30/person - please bring your masks, blanket, chairs, and other items that will make this outdoor, social distancing, "break the quarantine" event enjoyable. | | |
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Port Conversations (Virtual) Port Washington talks about Black Lives Matter with young activists Join us on Wed, July 29 @ 4 pm To register for this event, email Katie at krichmond@monarchlibraries.org or call the W.J. Niederkorn Library at (262) 284-5031. | | |
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August - Monthly Meeting (Virtual) What happens after the protests? We want to touch base with you and talk about some of the things that our community is going through and to let you know what we are up to. Join us on Monday, Aug 3rd, 6-7:30 pm | | |
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2018 Harvard University video with Joshuah Campbell '16 perform “Sing Out, March On”—a powerful tribute to John Lewis, Harvard's Commencement speaker |
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Austin G. entered a public comment at the Cedarburg School Board meeting regarding student preparedness for the diverse world that awaits them post-graduation. How are you speaking up for racial justice? |
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