Amplifying the Voices of Black Youth and their Parents in the La Crosse Area - Part I

Join us in this pressing educational program unveiling the perspectives of black youth and their parents in the La Crosse area. 

The recent murders of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, and Breonna Taylor brought forth national protests against long-standing police brutality and systemic racism that permeates our country. 

In the La Crosse Area, multiple protests have been organized by local Black youth who shared their perspectives of experiencing racism, bullying, and stereotyping in our community from a very young age. 

This event will facilitate discussion and understanding on a film intended to amplify the voices of the La Crosse area black youth and their parents, to engage our community in necessary conversations about bias, racism, and privilege. We challenge our community to change the environment, policies and practices that disproportionately impact black youth and their families.  

This educational event will be a Part I session. Part II date is yet to be determined. Participants will be informed as the date is confirmed. 

Diana DiazGranados

Better Together Project Evaluator

Creating a Healthier Multicultural Community

https://www.laxwakingupwhite.com/ 

Thomas Harris

Assistant Director, OMSS Multicultural Student Services University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.

GLADC Board Member and Media Liaison

https://www.glaxdiversitycouncil.com/

Partners:

 Greater La Crosse Area Diversity Council (GLADC)

 Waking Up White Collaborative

 Black Leaders Acquiring Collective Knowledge - B.L.A.C.K.

 Cia Siab, Inc.

 City of La Crosse Human Rights Commission

 City of La Crosse Mayor’s Office

 City of La Crosse Police Department
 La Crosse Area Family Collaborative

 La Crosse County Historical Society 

 Turner Consulting 

 University of Wisconsin La Crosse Police Department  

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