This community calendar is provided as a place for community members, businesses, and organizations to submit their diversity-related events. Event information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. However, changes can occur. We strongly encourage you to confirm details directly with the event host, or venue, before you travel to any event promoted on our Community Calendar.
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Advocacy Training
VenueVirtualOrganizerNew Horizons Shelter and Outreach Centers(608) 791-2610programcoord@nhagainstabuse.orgEvent DetailsFor the safety of our community, we are continuing to hold our Advocacy Trainings online. We invite you to SAVE THE DATE for a four-part series held via Zoom from 6 pm to 9 pm: Monday, Sept. 13th Tuesday, Sept. 14th Monday, Sept. 20th Tuesday, Sept. 21st New […]
The Workforce Forum: The Language of Diversity
VenueThe Workforce Forum: The Language of DiversityOrganizerMary Nelsonlaxwakingupwhite@googlegroups.comEvent DetailsWorkforce Connections, Inc., in partnership with the La Crosse Area Society for Human Resource Management (LASHRM), would like to invite you to join us in celebrating Workforce Development Month during our 6th Annual Workforce Forum. The purpose of the 6th Annual Workforce Forum: The Language of Diversity […]
All Are Welcome: Celebrating Community Diversity and Resisting Racism
Weigent Park PlaygroundJoin community leaders, neighbors, and city officials at Weigent Park as we celebrate the official placement of “All Are Welcome” signs at La Crosse public parks. City leaders will make brief remarks to be followed by children’s activities. Please bring your family! Background: Recently, residents of La Crosse have encountered elevated levels of racism and […]
Not Even a Grain of Rice: Buying Food on Credit in the Dominican Republic
UW La Crosse Centennial Hall 1404Dr. Christine Hippert (ARC/ANT) discusses her new book, which examines buying food on credit in corner stores in the Dominican Republic. Dr. Hippert’s talk will highlight people’s experiences with food, debt, and survival the emerging social changes of race, gender, class, and citizenship.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month Gathering & Walk
VenueCameron Park4th St S La Crosse, Wisconsin 54601OrganizerNew Horizons Shelter and Outreach Centers(608) 791-2610dev@nhagainstabuse.orgEvent DetailsIn the United States, 20 people are physically abused every minute at the hands of an intimate partner. Domestic Violence Awareness Month is a time to spread awareness about the gravity of the effects of domestic violence in our communities. Community […]
Film Presentation and Discussion: “Mucho Mucho Amor: The Legend of Walter Mercado”
UW La Crosse -The Union TheaterA documentary film by filmmakers Cristina Costantini and Kareem Tabsch honoring the extraordinary life of famous Puerto Rican astrologer, fashion icon, and a champion for LGBTQ rights Walter Mercado. The film explores his complicated character, glamour, and his expansive legacy over his 50 years in public life. Film Discussion by Dr. Víctor Macías-González (HIS).
Donuts, Coffee, and Collaboration
VenueNew Horizons La Crosse Outreach Center1223 Main Street La Crosse, Wisconsin 54603OrganizerRosanne Northwood(608) 791-2610ra2@nhagainstabuse.orgEvent Details99% of victims of domestic abuse have also experienced financial abuse, and for 3 out of 4 victims, financial security was their primary reason for staying in the abusive relationship. Survivors looking to New Horizons for help in escaping their abuser […]
Waking Up White – Through the Eyes of an Interracial Couple
OnlinePresented by Dr. Bee Lo and Lynette Prieur Lo Dr. Bee and Lynette will share their personal stories of times they have seen racism and white supremacy show its ugly face in our community. Living as a biracial couple for the past 30 years they have too many stories to share. Dr. Bee will graciously […]
“Returning To Ourselves”
OnlineIn honor of Indigenous People's Day and National Coming Out Day, Dr. Roger Kuhn will be speaking. Sponsored by the UWL Pride Center, Rainbow Unity, Transform, and the Native American Student Association. Dr. Roger Kuhn (he/him) is a Poarch Creek Two-Spirit Indigequeer soma-cultural sex therapist and sexuality educator. Roger's work explores the concepts of decolonizing […]
Volunteer Informational Meeting
VenueZoomOrganizerNew Horizons Shelter and Outreach Centers(608) 791-2610programcoord@nhagainstabuse.orgEvent DetailsNew Horizons will be holding an informational meeting on Monday October 11th at 8 pm for students and community members interested in learning more about our volunteer opportunities. We offer long term, short term, and one-time volunteer roles assisting with our projects and programs in La Crosse and […]
Toward One Wisconsin Conference n Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
VenueThe Lismore Hotel333 Gibson St Eau Claire, Wisconsin 54701OrganizerSharon Huntershunter@uwsa.eduEvent DetailsBe a part of the state’s premier inclusivity conference, which focuses on individual, organizational, and policy level changes to advance social, economic and health equity across Wisconsin. Together we have the power to make change, hold one another accountable and to push for a better […]
Women’s Fund Fall Event
VenueVirtual EventOrganizerWomen's Fund of Greater La Crossesarah@womensfundlacrosse.orgEvent DetailsWomen's Fund Fall Event Featuring Kao Kalia Yang October 13, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm Be engaged, inspired and entertained as we celebrate our collective power to uplift women and girls and bring meaningful change to our community. Keynote speaker Kao Kalia Yang, an award-winning Hmong-American writer, will […]