DIRE-Diversity, Inclusion, Racial Equity Committee virtual Mtg – 1.4.21
DIRE Comm. share New Years resolutions.. communication.. transparency.. SPEAK MORE-HONEST & TRUE.
DIRE Comm. share New Years resolutions.. communication.. transparency.. SPEAK MORE-HONEST & TRUE.
Williams students Morgan Dauk & Katie Orringer present their research on the influence in Wtown of race & socioeconomics on the built environment. Archive newspaper headline: "STILL ANOTHER CROSS IS BURNED Klan Meeting Reported to Have Been Held in White Oaks Church." They offer how these historical patterns could be redressed through zoning bylaws that promote diversity & equity.
Heather Bruegl, director of cultural affairs for Stockbridge-Munsee Community, will talk about the new Tribal Historic Preservation Extension Office on Spring St. & 2 Williams students will share their research on the history of exclusion in W'town at DIRE's 12/14 mtg at 5pm.
DIRE member Drea Finley asks us: “What are you willing to give up?” & “What are you willing to put on the line?” Town Manager Jason Hoch & Select Board member Anne O'Connor respond.
DIRE Chair Mohammed Memfis opens w/ statement addressing “enduring imbalance in society." Gina Coleman restores heart & soul.