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SUMMARY:Dismantling Oppressive Systems: Building Just Communities
DESCRIPTION:Join the University of Pittsburgh from July 26 – 29 for “Diversity Forum 2021” to learn about racial justice and opportunities to actuate intentional\, meaningful change. \nAbout\nThe 2021 Diversity Forum\, “Dismantling Oppressive Systems: Building Just Communities\,” will engage and equip participants with the knowledge\, skills\, and resources needed to: \n\n\n\nidentify sources of systemic oppression\,\nconsider strategies for dismantling that oppression\, and\nactions critical in fostering more equitable and just communities in which we live\, work\, and learn.\n\n\n\nThe forum will focus on outlining the key concepts underpinning social justice\, illuminating examples of systemic injustice\, and examining means and methods of infusing equitable and just policies and practices across multiple sectors. Participants will discuss theories of racial/social identity development that can help in understanding oneself\, others\, and intergroup dynamics in the context of implementing social justice efforts. \nLearning Objectives\n\n\n\nUnderstand how our socialization informs our biases and positions us to perpetuate structural inequalities.\nUnderstand the barriers that inhibit us from expanding our diversity consciousness and fully embracing different cultures\, perspectives\, and people.\nRecognize the breadth of competencies necessary to engage and advance multicultural communities.\nUtilize an equity lens to analyze and revise policies and practices to foster equitable and just outcomes in our communities.\nBuild communities of dialogue and support in acting against systemic oppression.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, visit the University of Pittsburgh website. There is no cost to participate\, and all are welcome. \nCall for Proposals\nDo you have a virtual workshop idea for this event? Visit the University of Pittsburgh website to submit your proposal. Workshops should be 60 to 75 minutes in length (including Q&A)\, align with the forum’s aim and objectives\, and be formatted for virtual presentation. The deadline to submit a proposal is Friday\, May 14\, 2021. Questions can be directed to diversity@pitt.edu.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/diversity-forum-2021/2021-07-26/
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SUMMARY:Live Demo of New Keystone STARS Designation System
DESCRIPTION:Child care directors\, administrators\, and owners in Pennsylvania are invited to a live demonstration of the new Keystone STARS pre-designation and designation applications. Join the PD Registry on July 28 to learn how to navigate the new process and more. \nKeystone STARS Designation System\nOn July 28\, the PD Registry team is hosting a live demonstration of the new Keystone STARS pre-designation and designation applications for child care directors\, administrators\, and owners in Pennsylvania. The new applications will officially launch on October 1\, 2021 and will streamline the designation process for providers. \nA demonstration recording will be available on the Pennsylvania Key website. In-depth training on how to apply for Keystone STARS designation in the PD Registry will be available in August 2021. \nLive Demonstration Dates\nFor Center-Based Child Care Programs\n\n\n\nWednesday\, July 28\, 2021  |  1 – 2 p.m.  |  Register\n\n\n\nFor Family and Group Child Care Programs\n\n\n\nWednesday\, July 28\, 2021  |  6:30 – 7 p.m.  |  Register\n\n\n\nOther Ways to Prepare\nOther ways directors\, administrators\, and owners can prepare for this transition include: \n\n\n\ncompleting an individual or personal PD Registry profile;\n\n\n\n\napplying for placement on Pennsylvania’s Early Childhood Education (ECE) Career Pathway;\n\n\n\n\nassisting staff in completing their PD Registry profile and applying for Career Pathway placement; and\n\n\n\n\nclaiming their organization profile for their program.\n\n\n\nThe Pennsylvania Key offers tip sheets and video tutorials on how to complete these steps and more. For more events\, visit our Events Calendar.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/live-demo-keystone-stars/2021-07-28/
LOCATION:400 Sherwood Road\, 400 Sherwood Road\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15221\, United States
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SUMMARY:Behavior Health: The Expanding Need
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning about expanding behavioral health needs? Join Adagio Health on Thursday\, July 29 for “Behavioral Health: The Expanding Need.” \nAbout\nThe World Health Organization warns that COVID-19 has disrupted behavioral health services across the globe\, while the CDC notes substantial increases in anxiety and depressive disorders in the United States. The Better Health Outcomes Speaker Series seeks to further engagement and advocacy around issues that have taken on new importance during the COVID-19 pandemic: Food Insecurity\, Black Maternal Health\, Behavioral Health\, and Racial Health Disparities. \nThis event will focus on Behavioral Health and will feature the following presenters: \n\n\n\nCristie Hudson\, MSW\, LCSW\, Readjustment Counseling Therapist\n\n\n\n\n\nJulius Boatwright\, MSW\, LSW\, Founder and CEO of Steel Smiling\nSteel Smiling is focused on bridging the gap between Black people and mental health support.\n\n\n\n\nCristine Ngozika Alozie-Crowell\, MA\, LPC\, NCC\, Behavioral Health Clinician at Adagio Health Erie\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, visit the Adagio Health website. Enter the code “FREE” to receive free registration for this event.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/behavior-health/
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SUMMARY:Racial Justice Cookout in Schenley Park
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in helping the Pittsburgh Racial Justice Summit Organizing Committee in planning next year’s Racial Justice Town Hall and Summit? Join them on Saturday\, July 31 at 11 a.m. for their Racial Justice Cookout! \nRacial Justice Cookout\nThe Pittsburgh Racial Justice Summit Organizing Committee wants you to help plan next year’s Racial Justice Town Hall and the Summit. Join the Committee at their annual cookout and recruitment event to learn how you can pitch in! Event hosts will provide: \n\n\n\nhot dogs\,\nveggie burgers\,\nbuns\,\ncondiments\, and\nice water.\n\n\n\nAttendees are encouraged to bring side dishes\, desserts\, and additional grill-ables. \nWhat is the Pittsburgh Racial Justice Summit?\nThe Racial Justice Summit\, formerly known as the Summit Against Racism\, is a flagship event for Pittsburgh organizers. The Summit creates opportunities for attendees to learn\, connect\, and act on behalf of racial justice. \nRSVP\nTo RSVP\, visit the Facebook event page. The Committee is also looking for volunteers to help with overseeing the grill and clean-up. If you are interested in volunteering\, email info@pittsburghracialjusticesummit.org. \nFor more events\, visit Trying Together’s Event Calendar.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/racial-justice-cookout-in-schenley-park/
LOCATION:Bartlett Shelter\, Schenley Park\, Bartlett Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15217\, United States
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