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Celebrate Women’s History Month 2017

February 28, 2017

Check out these local opportunities to celebrate the struggles for justice, the accomplishments, and the contributions of women in our shared past–and present!   International Women’s Day Celebrations:March 8:  International Panel. Sponsored by UWL’s International Education & Engagement Office, at 5 […]

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GLADC Member Drive 2017: Join Our Council!

February 28, 2017

Do you share our vision of the Greater La Crosse Area as an inclusive and welcoming place to live, work, access opportunities, contribute and belong? Are you an employer trying to attract and retain a diverse workforce to strengthen the […]

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Lunch and Learn: Sexual Orientations and Gender Identities in the Workplace: Being an Educated Employer

February 17, 2017

Where do employers go to keep up on the ever-changing world of sexual orientations, gender identities/expressions, and intersecting identities?  Come learn from Will Van Roosenbeek, Director of the Pride Center at UW-La Crosse, in a session focusing on identities, terminology, […]

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Black History Month: Opportunities to Learn and Engage

February 7, 2017

Black History Month offers the opportunity to educate ourselves of the history of African Americans, as well as to recognize and celebrate the achievements and successes of black Americans in the history of our country and within our communities.  Here […]

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Celebrate World Justice Day, February 20

February 5, 2017

“With exclusion and inequality on the rise, we must step up efforts to ensure that all people, without discrimination, are able to access opportunities to improve their lives and those of others.” Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon With all of the political […]

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Creative Imperatives: Exploring Diverse Identities, Feb. 27-March 1

February 5, 2017

UW-La Crosse has organized an exciting three days of events on the theme of Identity Matters. Visit the calendar for a complete listing of engaging events that celebrate creativity, diversity, and awareness around issues of race, gender, culture, disability, and […]

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Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration 2017

November 22, 2016

Mark your calendars for the 2017 annual MLK, Jr. Celebration at Viterbo, and consider nominating someone for the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Leadership Award.  Nucleus Johnson will speak on the topic, “Echoes of a King” on Jan. 16, 2017 […]

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Council Honors Dr. Bethany Brent, 7 Rivers Alliance Rising Star Award Recipient

November 22, 2016

The Greater La Crosse Area Diversity Council was delighted to nominate Dr. Bethany Brent for the 7 Rivers Alliance Rising Star Award, and was very pleased to see Dr. Brent receive this award on November 17, and be honored by […]

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Update: Annual Conference 2016

November 22, 2016

The Council’s annual conference on November 10, “Building Bridges: Workplace and Community” conference brought 55 people together, representing a wide range of area organizations.  Participants learned about the work of the La Crosse Human Rights Commission to address discrimination and create […]

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Hispanic Heritage Month: Opportunities for Learning

September 23, 2016

September 15-October 15 is National Hispanic Heritage Month.  It’s a good time to learn more about the Hispanic population in our area and our country, and to learn from events organized by UW-L and Viterbo. Did you know that the […]

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Lunch And Learn: Self-Care for the Long Haul for advocates of workplace well-being

Doing Good Work and Living Your Dreams In this workshop, we’ll consider how important it is to nurture ourselves even as we continue to work for social justice. We’ll consider […]

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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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