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~North Dakota Human Rights Coalition PAUR Report~ Visit our Website at www.ndhrc.org
August 19, 2003
Programs ~ Announcements ~ Updates ~ Resources
Hello members and friends of the North Dakota Human Rights Coalition!
In this week’s PAUR Report:
Announcements 1) REMINDER… North Dakota Human Rights Coalition Network Conference, “Fostering a Network of Support for Human Rights Advocates in North Dakota,” October 24 & 25, 2003, Fargo
Newspaper Articles 2) The Forum (Fargo), Other views: Critic didn’t bother with ‘basic facts’ 3) Grand Forks Herald, Time comes for Americans to embrace gay-rights cause 4) Bismarck Tribune, Local bishop dealing with recent ‘crisis 5) The Forum (Fargo), Other views: Many faithful Episcopalians repudiate errors of leaders 6) The Dickinson Press, Area Episcopalians say gay bishop’s election won’t impact them much 7) Grand Forks Herald, National program offered through UND’s Center on Native American Aging ends today 8) The Forum (Fargo), Walk to urge mandatory teaching of Indian history 9) The Forum (Fargo), James D. Thomas letter: Native programs article was appreciated 10) The Forum (Fargo), Peace officer class graduates in Fargo
Events No new events this week.
Reminders 11) Women’s Equality Day Celebration, August 24, Gooseberry Park, Moorhead 12) The Bismarck-Mandan Women’s Leadership Award 13) 2003 Northern Plains Conference on Aging and Disability, Fargo, September 10 &11, 2003
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1.) REMINDER… North Dakota Human Rights Coalition Network Conference, “Fostering a Network of Support for Human Rights Advocates in North Dakota,” October 24 & 25, 2003, Fargo
Join us for our multicultural social, Friday, October 24, 2003 and first annual human rights network support conference, Saturday, October 25, 2003 at the Ramada Plaza Suites and Convention Center in Fargo, ND.
The Fostering a Network of Support for Human Rights Advocates in North Dakota conference is designed to bring together concerned individuals, community leaders, support and advocacy organizations and professionals who share a common interest in human rights for North Dakota.
View additional conference information here
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Please note, the following article was including in the August 13, 2003 PAUR Report. Below is the article as it was published in The Forum August 17, 2003.
2.) The Forum (Fargo), Other views: Critic didn’t bother with ‘basic facts’
Other views:
Critic didn’t bother with ‘basic facts’
Mark L. Johnson’s commentary in the August 11 Forum purports to provide “some basic facts” about the proposed North Dakota Commission on Human Rights in the 2003 legislative session. Unfortunately, Johnson failed to check the following “basic facts” on the human rights commission proposal in the 2003 legislative session, which was initiated by the North Dakota Human Rights Coalition (the 2001 and 2003 efforts were led by the North Dakota Human Rights Coalition, not the Progressive Coalition, as Johnson erroneously stated).
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View full article here
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3.) Grand Forks Herald, Time comes for Americans to embrace gay-rights cause
DORREEN YELLOW BIRD COLUMN: Time comes for Americans to embrace gay-rights cause Grand Forks Herald – 8/16/2003
I have come to appreciate the job of the Herald's editorial page editor, Tom Dennis, after walking in his shoes for three weeks. I have been doing the editorial pages for the Herald. Fortunately, there are entertaining parts to the work; getting the national cartoons is one. Some are a real howl, while others are pointed and sarcastic - that is the cartoon mentality in the big cities such as Washington, D.C., and New York, where cartoons are born.
Sometimes, the choices for cartoons are limited. Politicians are the main target - the more powerful they are, the more ink they get. And cartoonists also follow the latest national issues. One of those national issues is gays and the churches.
Rev. V. Gene Robinson, an openly gay Episcopal bishop, was confirmed as bishop of New Hampshire in Minneapolis at the Episcopal General Convention. The brouhaha covers the front pages of daily newspapers and literally drips off the pens of political cartoonists.
View full article here
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4.) Bismarck Tribune, Local bishop dealing with recent ‘crisis’
Local bishop dealing with recent 'crisis' By Karen Herzog
Bismarck Tribune
– 8/14/2003
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View full article here
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5.) The Forum (Fargo), Other views: Many faithful Episcopalians repudiate errors of leaders
Other views:
Many faithful Episcopalians repudiate errors of leaders
As a Christian who believes in the authority of holy scripture, the Bible, and as a priest in the Episcopal Church, I am writing to you in response to the article “Sexuality issues jumbled” that appeared in the Sunday, Aug. 10, Forum.
In the article Rev. Randy Argall, interim executive presbyter of the Northern Plains Presbytery of the Presbyterian Church in speaking to the issue of human sexuality, more specifically the homosexual lifestyle, is quoted as saying, “The Presbyterian Church says the Bible has to be read in context, to derive a meaning that’s applicable to modern life.”
This sort of “speak ease” is exactly what has driven the Episcopal Church to the point where it finds itself today -- confirming the election of a homosexual to the Episcopate and the tacit approval of the blessing of same sex unions.
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View full article here
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6.) The Dickinson Press, Area Episcopalians say gay bishop’s election won’t impact them much
Area Episcopalians say
gay bishop’s election won’t impact them much
The Dickinson Press –
8/16/2003 The recent approval of an openly gay Episcopalian bishop is expected to have little effect on St. John’s Episcopal Church in Dickinson.
“So far as I know, it hasn’t attracted anyone to our church and it hasn’t driven anyone away,” said church member Dr. Dave Solheim.
Attendants at a recent convention confirmed the ordination of the bishop and approved the practice of performing blessing ceremony for same-sex unions.
Still, Solheim said, the first resolution allows this person to be a bishop, it does not mean every bishop must be gay nor that every gay church member must be a bishop. Churches may choose to elect a gay bishop, and they may choose to perform a blessing for same-sex unions or they may choose not to.
Each diocese in the Episcopalian Church has a great deal of independence, with the bishop having final authority on pastoral and administrative matters, said church senior warden Mary Massad. Therefore, the decision to approve an openly gay bishop will not necessarily have a large effect on the local church.
“This will affect that (New Hampshire) diocese,” she said. “I don’t think it will have a big impact on us.”
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View full article here
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7.) Grand Forks
Herald, National program offered through UND’s Center on Native American
Aging ends today <snip>
National program offered through UND's Center on Native American Aging ends
today
About 30 health-care workers representing 11 states are wrapping up more than a week's worth of training today in Grand Forks on promoting vitality in American Indian elders.
The training, which began last Friday, is being offered by UND's National Resource Center on Native American Aging, a division of the medical school's Center for Rural Health. The Dallas-based Cooper Institute, a leading promoter of healthy lifestyles, is conducting the training.
By providing ideas on health promotion and preventive-services activities for American Indian elderly, proponents hope a community will have a better chance of keeping elders in their own homes and out of nursing homes.
According to Allen Allery, director of the NRCNAA, findings of a recent nationwide survey showed more than 63 percent of the nation's American Indian elders had little or no functional limitations, making them a prime target for health promotion and preventive services.
Participants in the course represent 22 tribal entities, including those in Alaska and Hawaii.
Reach Dodds at 780-1110, (800) 477-6572, ext. 110, or at ddodds@gfherald.com
View article here
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8.) The Forum (Fargo), Walk to urge mandatory teaching of Indian history
Walk to urge
mandatory teaching of Indian history
A group of veterans who want American Indian history taught in all Minnesota schools plans to walk from Cass Lake to the state Capitol to deliver a petition to the governor’s office.
The Native American Veteran’s Walk of Honor will start this morning at the Leech Lake Veteran’s Memorial Grounds with a pipe and drum ceremony. Then the group will begin the 236-mile trek to St. Paul, said Feather Rock, co-director of the North Central Minnesota Native American Veterans Outreach and Resource Center.
A core group of six people plan to make the entire walk, and others will join for a portion of the trip, Rock said.
When they reach the Capitol, walkers plan to deliver a 2,000 signature petition asking the state to make educating students about American Indian history and treaties mandatory in all schools.
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View full article here
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9.) The Forum (Fargo), James D. Thomas letter: Native programs article was appreciated
James D. Thomas
letter: Native programs article was appreciated
I would like to take this opportunity to express my appreciation for the recent article written by Travis Coleman regarding Native American Programs. It was such a powerful message about a segment of society which is often forgotten. All people involved including staff, clients and our support groups were so pleased to read an article which contained such positive information about the services we provide.
I was especially gratified by the feedback that I received today which indicated that many people learned for the first time about the mission of our program. Coleman’s article portrayed the real spirit which is alive and well at Native American Programs.
With positive publicity such as this, we hope to continue to provide more and even better services to more Native Americans in need of help.
James D. Thomas Program Coordinator Native American Programs Fargo
View article here
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10.) The Forum (Fargo), Peace officer class graduates in Fargo
Peace officer
class graduates in Fargo
The Lake Region State College will graduate 23 potential peace officers Thursday through a partnership with the Fargo Police Department.
The class, which began training in mid-May, includes students sponsored by the Bureau of Indian Affairs, the Fargo Police Department and LRSC.
Thursday’s ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. in the Beckwith Recital Hall in North Dakota State University’s Reineke Fine Arts Center.
LRSC, which offers a two-year degree in law enforcement, holds an 18-week training program each fall and spring in Devils Lake, N.D. The summer program began last year to address a shortage of police officers in the region and state.
The graduates are eligible to be licensed as North Dakota peace officers when they get hired by a law enforcement agency.
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View article here
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No new events this week.
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The North Dakota Human Rights Coalition will be participating in the Women’s Equality Day Celebration. Come visit our booth for materials & brochures about our organization and more information about human rights in ND.
11.) Women’s Equality Day Celebration, August 24, Gooseberry Park, Moorhead
The Women's Network of the Red River Valley will be hosting their annual Women's Equality Day Celebration on Sunday, August 24th from 1:00-5:00 in Gooseberry Park, Moorhead. Women's Equality Day events are organized nationally to commemorate the Ratification of the 19th Amendment, granting women the right to vote. The event will include performances by women musicians, art for sale from local women artists, information tables for local organizations, great food by Deb Jenkins, and lots of fun!
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12.) The Bismark-Mandan Women’s Leadership Award
Help Select One Outstanding Woman
Your Missouri Slope Areawide United Way is sponsoring the new Bismarck-Mandan Women’s Leadership Award, and they need your help. Each year, they recognize a woman who, through service work and volunteerism, has made a difference in our community.
To nominate an individual you know, mail, e-mail or fax the United Way, telling them, in 150 words or less, based on the nomination criteria, why you think the person is deserving of the Women’s Leadership Award. Your description should also say how the person satisfies the nomination criteria available at United Way. Include your name, address and phone number.
Nominations must be received by 5:00 p.m., Monday, September 15, 2003. Entries will be judged by a committee of community leaders, assembled by United Way. Nominees need not be affiliated or associated with United Way in order to be eligible. For nomination criteria and more information contact the United Way at:
P.O. Box 2111 Bismarck, ND 58502 Fax: (701) 255-6243 unitedway@msaunitedway.com
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13.) 2003 Northern Plains Conference on Aging and Disability, Fargo, September 10 &11, 2003
The Northern Plains Conference on Aging and Disability is a preeminent event designed to bring together elders and professionals who share a common interest in the graying of the northern plains. Dialogue and collaboration between professionals and consumers is taking on expanded importance as consumers increasingly find their voice. Public and private agencies and organizations of every category are seeing the wisdom of working together. The 2003 conference offers the opportunity for older and disabled adults, senior adult advocacy groups, health care professionals, government representatives, long-term care professionals, home and community based service providers, human services workers and city and county planners to focus on the future.
Concurrent Sessions will be offered on a variety of topics including: Memory Loss, the National Family Caregiver Support Program, Developmental Disabilities, Diabetes Care, Identify Theft, Vision, Disability Legislation and the Therapeutic Effect of Essential Oils.
For registration information, a conference brochure or answers to questions, please contact Sandy Arends at (701) 298-4411 or 1-888-342-4900.
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North Dakota Human Rights Coalition P.O. Box 1961 Fargo, North Dakota 58107-1961 Phone: (701) 239-9323 Fax: (701) 478-4452 Email: humanrights@ndhrc.org
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