E-NEWS - April 2009
Thank you for supporting DAP’s Happy Hour Fundraiser!
Our first fundraiser of 2009 was a big success! Over 100 people joined us for an evening of good drinks, good fun and good conversation. Your generous donations with the silent auction and general agency contributions helps us further our mission of promoting diversity in the region.
New Perspectives: Forum on Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity
Thursday, April 23, 2009—5:30—8:00pm Wachovia Securities (2801 Market Street/ Corner of Market and Jefferson, LC306)
We invite you to an educational forum on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity to learn and hear more about: Coming Out Stories, Workplace Discrimination and Inclusion Efforts, and the Importance of Being an Ally to Someone who is LGBT. This event will be moderated by Gilberto Pinela, from STL TV and will include panelists Judge Susan Block, Phil Efird, Rob Good, Alana Dionne Fields, Debbie Smith, and Kevin Hawkins.
Opportunities for Diversity
Education Seminar Friday, May 8, 2009—7:30am - 11am—Wachovia Securities (2801 Market Street/Corner of Market and Jefferson)
Brought to you by the Diversity Leadership Committee, a collaboration of diversity organizations in the St. Louis region. We invite you to learn more about diversity programs and resources in the St. Louis region that will enhance your thinking about diversity for your students, faculty, and peers. RSVP by May 1st to info@dapstl.org
Diversity Arts Summer Program
Monday July 6—Friday, July 17, 2009
Open Mic—Sunday, July 19 at the Regional Arts Commission
Twenty-five youth, local artists and community leaders come together in artistic creation and community dialogue to explore issues of racism, sexism, homophobia, able-ism and religious intolerance. The program is FREE and takes place on the campus of Washington University! Visit www.dapstl.org/diversityartsprogram to download an application or nomination form.
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