About Coalition for Racial Equity and Social Justice
COAlition mission statement:
"To Advance Racial Equity and Social Justice"
Coalition4Justice provides a safe space for individuals to come together and engage in authentic conversations about racial and social inequity and injustice. The Coalition also provides education and training as a catalyst for raising public awareness about racial inequity, injustice, and meaningful and measurable change in our society.
COALITION For racial equity and social justice
LONG TERM GOALS:
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Promote Personal Transformation of Members of the Community
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Promote Systemic and Institutional Transformation in key areas, including:
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Education
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Healthcare
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Housing
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Community Policing
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Criminal Justice System
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Economic Justice
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Income and Wealth Disparity
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Voting Rights
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Promote a More Inclusive Society Where Every American Belongs
COALITION Objectives:
Programs and Activities
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School Assembly in Public, Private & Religious Schools
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Youth Build Diversity Ambassador Leadership Program
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Presentation to Teachers during In-Service Program
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Presentation to individual classes as part of the Social Studies or History Curriculum at all Grade Levels
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Present Video clips on various related topics followed by class/group discussions and activities.
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Work with Youth Groups/Boys Scouts/Girl Guides/YWCA
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After School Programs
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Work with School-Age After School Programs.
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Work with Early Childhood Programs
Community Programs & Activities:
Topics include but not limited to:
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Prejudice
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Stereotyping
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Implicit Bias
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Discrimination
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Racism
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"White Advantage"
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Black Lives Matter movement, etc.
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Workshops/Seminars/ Webinars
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Monthly Speaker Series by special guests and panelists.
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Movies/Videos/Book Reviews - Analyze and Discuss
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"Tell Your Story Sessions."
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Record personal stories and use in the schools
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Open Dialoguing Sessions
Dr Bernadine Ahonkhai and family, with special guest Congresswoman Madeleine Dean (center) at the First Annual Coalition4Justice Anniversary celebration. (2021)
Dr. Bernadine Ahonkhai with the Coalition4Justice Steering Committee at the 2nd Anniversary celebration in 2022.
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