Amid growing racial and health disparities, Cross Cultural Community Services presents its most crucial Black History Month Community Wellness Fair. This year’s theme, "Racism: A Public Health Issue," highlights systemic barriers harming BIPOC and LGBTQ+ communities and the urgent need for policy-driven solutions.
Foundations of Racial Equity Courses
Course on Tackling Systemic Racism:
Tackling racism requires sustained, systemic actions to create meaningful change and to foster an equitable society where all people have equal opportunities and are treated with respect.
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In session two, we begin with a video on Courageous Conversations about Race, which introduces four key strategies for staying engaged in discussions about race and other challenging topics.
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Next, we highlight significant events, influential figures, and American policies that have shaped national perspectives and practices around race.
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We then present a powerful and emotional video on the History of Oppression, examining the experiences of various disenfranchised communities.
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Finally, we review the Lens of Oppression, focusing on individual, institutional, and systemic racism. This leads to a discussion on how Jim Crow laws, the Civil Rights Movement, Brown v. Board of Education, and housing discrimination fit into the framework of oppression.
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Duration: 3 Hours
Date: March 25
About
At Cross Cultural Community Services (CCCS), we specialize in equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) training and advocacy for refugees, immigrants, and people of color in Maine. Our services include coaching, consulting, and facilitated meetings to promote systemic change and create inclusive communities.