ADORE - A Dialogue on Race and Ethnicity

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Comment by Becca Lovelace on September 15, 2011 at 9:51am

A time sensitive invitation from David Garcia:

Since I fall into the Generation "X" population, I regularly attend the weekly UUCA FX Service (Fellowship "X"). It is mostly a reflective hour dedicated to a variety of spiritual and life topics. On Friday, September 16 at 8:00 pm. I will be leading the service entitled "Getting Comfortable with the Uncomfortable: A Fresh Approach To Race". In the spirit of diversity, the FX group is warmly inviting anyone who wishes to attend in hopes of getting more inter-generational perspectives on this moral topic. We meet in the lower level Chapel and afterwards enjoy a meal/drinks at a nearby location as an option for those wishing to continue the conversation.

I hope you consider this invitation and look forward to seeing some of you there. Kind regards, David Garcia

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"Solutions are in our nature." 

Comment by Becca Lovelace on September 14, 2011 at 5:20pm

Calling all supporters of A Dialogue on Race and Ethnicity (ADORE):

 

We need a new leader to get ADORE's monthly meetings going again. I will be glad to help in the process, but I have changed positions at my fulltime job and it is now much more demanding, so I cannot continue to be the lead member of ADORE. I'd like to see us have a meeting of all folks who are interested in seeing a revival of ADORE in our congregation, so that whoever takes on this task (yes it can be more than 1 person) will be guided by our common vision and goals.)

Do you want to see this happen? Do you want input into the process? If so, please use this comments section of ADORE's page to indicte that. Please share your thoughts and suggestions to move this process along. Thank you.

Comment by Becca Lovelace on September 8, 2011 at 5:38pm

LGBT Congressional Staff Association Briefing 

 

LGBT CSA Mission:

The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Congressional Staff Association (LGBT CSA) is an official, non-partisan Congressional staff organization whose mission is to advance the interests of current as well as prospective members and the LGBT community at large.  LGBT CSA is dedicated to developing the careers of its membership and advocating on behalf of the LGBT community.

 

Purpose:

The LGBT CSA is an official, non-partisan Congressional staff organization whose mission is to advance the interests of current as well as prospective members and the LGBT community at large.  As Congress continues to consider proposed public policies that will impact the lives of all LGBT Americans, we hope to facilitate a discussion that will enhance the African American community’s understanding of social justice, civil rights, and LGBT equality.

 

What: “Brother Outsider: Linking Racial Justice and the LGBT Equality Movement.”

When: September 20, 2011

Time:  5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Where: Capitol Visitors Center (CVC) – Orientation Theatre (South)

1st Street SE and East Capitol Street NE Washington D.C., DC 20515

 

Moderator – Robert Traynham, Washington DC Bureau Chief

         Roll Call TV, The Comcast Network

 

Panelists:

1.      Sonia Alleyne, Editorial Director, Black Enterprise

2.      LZ Granderson, ESPN, CNN

3.      Hilary Shelton, Director, NAACP Washington DC Bureau

4.      Sharon Lettman-Hicks,  Executive Director, National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC)

5.      George Walker, VP of Leadership Initiatives Victory Fund, Gay and Lesbian Leadership Institute

6.      Kylar Broadus, Associate Professor, Lincoln University, Trans People of Color Coalition

7.      Courtney R. Snowden, The Raben Group

 

Discussion Points

• Addressing Homophobia, Bi and Transphobia in the African American Community
• Cultural Barriers to Coming Out: The Role of Faith and Family
• How do African American LGBT Images in Media Shape Attitudes?
• Does the Broader LGBT Equality Movement Struggle with Diversity and Inclusion?
• The Importance of Coming Out at Work, School, and Church
• LGBT Legislation in Congress: The Role of the Congressional Black Caucus

 

This event is free and open to the public.  For more information, email Twaun.Samuel@mail.house.gov

Comment by Rev. Linda Olson Peebles on August 18, 2011 at 2:51pm

HEARING ON SECURE COMMUNITIES DEPORTATION PROGRAM -

UUs INVITED TO FAITH RESPONSE

 On Wednesday, August 24 from 6:00-8:00 PM, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) will hold a community hearing in Arlington County on the Secure Communities Program. Last year, the Arlington County board led the way in opting out of the program and was followed by states including New York, Illinois and Massachusetts. Yet earlier this month, ICE decided to rescind any existing agreements with states and declare that participation is mandatory nationwide. In a recent report by the USCCB, the Catholic bishops’ position stated that Secure Communities should be “frozen until meaningful changes to the program are made,” and that it does not believe the program “can or should be expanded to every jurisdiction nationwide” because it “would represent a disregard for the very real and human damage the program has caused.” Faith communities in Arlington are organizing a response at this hearing. If you are interested in taking part on Wednesday evening, please contact Greg Staff at 703-979-5580 or gstaff@olqpva.org and he will keep you updated, particularly regarding the yet to be determined location of the hearing.

Comment by Sana Saeed on April 26, 2011 at 1:59pm

I just got back from the youth choir's mission trip in New Orleans and read this message. I used to facilitate conflict resolution groups for youth w/ misdemeanors in collaboration with OAR when I was in grad school. It's an important program and I echo the support already shown. :)

Comment by Chris Nettles on April 20, 2011 at 10:46pm

Let me also add my voice of those saying that OAR certainly deserves our support. One of my colleagues at George Washington University is very active on their board. They do great work with a population that encounters serious barriers to reintegration. Laura, thanks for letting us know about this fundraising event.

Comment by Bill Fogarty on April 20, 2011 at 9:50pm

Just last week I had a chance to visit with the OAR staff at their offices (right after a Sheriff's tour of the Arlington jail).  OAR does tremendously important work -- they are very deserving of our support.  Among other things, I came away with a better awareness of the interplay of so many issues -- the need for housing, for jobs, and for health care (especially mental health services) -- affecting those released from prison.

Comment by Laura Dely on April 20, 2011 at 11:19am

Our crimminal justice system is one of the most glaring examples of racial injustice in our country. Offenders Aid and Restoration group (OAR), is one group that addresses the situation by working with incarcerated individuals to improve their skills and provide a network that helps them connect to family and employment.

Below are details about OAR's upcoming fundraising breakfast. Please come and learn more about OAR's work right here in Arlington.

Best--

Laura Dely 

OAR’S SECOND CHANCE FUNDRAISING BREAKFAST
Time: 8:00 – 9:00 a.m.   Location:  Sheration National Hotel, 900 S. Orme Street, Arlington (near the Air Force Memorial)   Metro: Shuttle provided from Pentagon and National Airport stations (please inquire for details)   Parking: Complimentary	To break the costly cycle of recidivism and create a more just system, OAR has connected community volunteers with incarcerated individuals for more than 40 years. Through this contact, offenders are empowered and encouraged to transform their experiences toward responsible and productive lives.   Please join OAR May 12 for a free continental breakfast and learn more about their work, and hear from some of their clients, and how their work impacts our community.
	RSVP is required, Please call Heather Pritckett at OAR, (703-228-0071), and be sure to tell her you would like a seat at the UUCA table.

 

 



Comment by Barbara Johnson on February 17, 2011 at 11:03am

ADORE friends invited to Buckingham Center Friday 2/18/11

Who: UUCA members and friends invited to join members of the Buckingham community

What: 20 min. video of UUCA delegation to Guatemala in 2010 

When: 7-9 PM Friday, Feb. 18, 2011

Where:    Gates of Ballston Community Center (formerly Buckingham Community Center)

4108 North 4th St. 

Comment by Rev. Linda Olson Peebles on February 1, 2011 at 2:12pm

Peace Camp Coffee House & Artist Reception - THIS Friday

Support this artist (an African immigrant who has been attending UUCA) and also our church Peace Camp, one of our most successful multi-cultural, multi-generational programs in the church.  Show up!

 

Fellowship Hall, Friday February 4

Reception:      630-730pm

Coffee House: 730-900pm

UUCA Coffee House Kickoff to Peace Camp Awareness and Fund Raising will be preceded by a reception introducing the vibrant art of Mossy "Mike" Bikoni, friend of UUCA and the artist currently exhibiting in UUCA's QUUest Gallery. Mike will also be performing at the coffee house, sharing traditional African music. 

Please plan to spend the evening enjoying and learning about art and joining Peace Camp friends, volunteers and alumni sharing instrumental music, singing, prose, and poetry.

No charges for admission, snacks or beverages, but donations for Peace Camp scholarships are gratefully appreciated.

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