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~North Dakota Human Rights Coalition~ PAUR Report
Programs ~ Announcements ~ Updates ~ Resources
Visit our Website at www.ndhrc.org
September 16, 2004
Hello members and friends of the North Dakota Human Rights Coalition!
In this week’s PAUR Report:
Announcements 1) 2004 NDHRC Conference November 5 & 6, 2004, Bismarck: Brochure and Information Now on NDHRC Web Site 2) Message from Equality North Dakota 3) Message from the Human Rights Resource Center at Cultural Diversity Resources 4) Message from North Dakota Progressive Coalition Leadership Council 5) Press Release: New Miss Indian Nations is singer, recording artist
Newspaper Articles 6) The Forum (Fargo) article regarding the proposed constitutional amendment to prohibit gay marriage or civil unions in North Dakota 7) The Forum (Fargo), Deanna Bakken letter: More accessible apartments needed 8) Associated Press, Court suspends judge for sexual harassment 9) The Forum (Fargo), Judge suspended 2 months 10) The Forum (Fargo), Event offers a taste of India 11) The Forum (Fargo) & wire reports, Tribal schools to host economic programs 12) The Forum (Fargo), Other views: Military’s ‘Dakistan’ idea exposes racist overtones 13) The Forum (Fargo), Forum editorial: ‘Dakistan’ needlessly offensive 14) The Forum (Fargo), Other views: The North Dakota Guard will drop ‘Dakistan’ name 15) Grand Forks Herald, North Dakota: New 24-hour help hot line now available 16) Williston Herald, Mandaree girl named Miss Indian Nations 17) Associated Press, Gay students are offered special scholar
Events 18) Mental Health Professional Conference, October 12 & 13, Mandan 19) Developmental Disabilities Conference, October 8 & 9, Fargo 20) 21st Annual Peace Congress of the ND Peace Coalition, October 8 & 9, Bismarck 21) Annual Meeting Celebrating 15 Years of Service, September 23, Fargo
Reminders 22) Social Justice Training Institute, December 8 – 12, 2004, Tucson, Arizona 23) New Personal Narratives of Discrimination in North Dakota Featured on NDHRC Web Site 24) PSA: Volunteers Needed for Get Out and Vote Project 25) Applications Invited for Soros Fellowships for New Americans
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1.) 2004 NDHRC Conference November 5 & 6, 2004, Bismarck: Brochure and Information Now on NDHRC Web Site
The second annual North Dakota Human Rights Coalition Conference, “Human Rights: Economic Impact of Discrimination,” will be held at 1:30 p.m., Friday, November 5 and close at 4:30 p.m., Saturday, November 6, 2004. The conference will be held at the Best Western, Ramkota Hotel, 800 South Third Street, Bismarck, ND.
The conference brochure and registration form are now available on the NDHRC website at http://ndhrc.org/Events/2004%20NDHRC%20Conf/2004ConfBrochure&Reg.htm.
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2.) Message from Equality North Dakota
PLEASE DISTRIBUTE
FREELY AND WIDELY!
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3.) Message from the Human Rights Resource Center at Cultural Diversity Resources
Recently, the Human Rights Resource Center at Cultural Diversity Resources received 12 Human Rights Videos and a $750 programming grant from National Video Resources. This is very exciting and a great addition to the Human Rights Resource Center. The videos focus on Refugee Rights, Women’s Rights, Children’s Rights, Economic, Social and Political Rights, and Arms, Conflict, and International Humanitarian Law. For more information on the videos and suggested programming, please go to www.humanrightsproject.org.
I am now looking for volunteers to serve on the planning committee for this awesome project. Two informational meetings will be held at Cultural Diversity Resources, 303 North Roberts Street Fargo: Tuesday September 28 at 1:30 pm and 5:00 pm. Please plan to attend either of the informational meetings to find out more about this project.
If you will be attending either session please call Rachel Mertz at 526-3000 to let us know you will be attending.
If you are unable to attend but would like to be involved, please contact Tammie Yak at 526-3000.
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4.) Message from North Dakota Progressive Coalition Leadership Council
House Parties.
It is time to party…We are looking for members of our member groups to host
house parties (socials) in September and October to engage and energize the
members of our member groups to participate in public events, issue efforts and
the Coalition’s literature door-to-door in October. The rest of this year
depends on how successful these house parties are in mobilizing members of our
groups. PLEASE consider hosting one of these house parties yourself or
find a member or two or three to host one. Contact Don Morrison via email
at
NoDakPC@aol.com or 701-224-8090 for more information.
Forums, Public Meetings, Actions, Events – Sept and Oct. If we are going to make sure that the choice is very clear this year between 1) justice and hope or 2) more of the “divide and conquer” race to the bottom, then we must have folks who will volunteer for a doable one or two hours at public events, asking the tough questions, making statements, carrying the message of our groups and Coalition. Please let us know of events or public hearings and we’ll work with you to prepare.
NDPC Position on Ballot Measures. The NDPC Board of Directors discussed and approved policy positions on two efforts to amend the state Constitution: 1) to prohibit gay marriage and 2) to require a 60% vote on all tax increases by every governing body in the state. The Board voted unanimously to authorize the Executive Director to speak and make statements in opposition to both efforts. This does not make these a new campaign for the NDPC, but it does mean we can work with our allies. Both proposed amendments are “divide and conquer” political ploys. One would enshrine discrimination in the Constitution and the other would hamstring the ability of representative democracy to function effectively.
Vision. The NDPC is working to change the balance of power in North Dakota. The purpose of our current economic justice campaign is to frame the debate about North Dakota's economic future in progressive terms, to build our capacity and our groups’ capacity to do our work long-term, to base our work on grassroots organizing and participation, especially by the members of our member groups. We chose the issue of economic justice and then chose the focus on reforming publicly funded economic development because it was a way to bring us – our member organizations – all together better than any other issue at this time to work for long-term change in the balance of power in North Dakota.
During the next several months, there will be so many opportunities to make it clear “whose side those currently in power are on” when it comes to making public choices about our economic future in North Dakota. We will show how “it doesn’t have to be that way” and we will lead the charge for positive change. Please let us know real stories of people who are working hard, doing what they should do and still falling behind because of how those in power are setting things up. Keep in touch. Stay connected.
For more information about the North Dakota Progressive Coalition visit their web site at www.ndprogressive.org.
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5.) Press Release: New Miss Indian Nations is singer, recording artist
United
Tribes Technical College News
New Miss
Indian Nations is singer, recording artist
Following three days of competition and judging, Miss Sage was presented to an appreciative audience at Lone Star Arena during the 35th United Tribes International Powwow.
“I’m so honored,” Sage told the powwow crowd that number over 4,000. “This is something I’ve dreamed of since I was 7 years old. I thank God for the blessings bestowed on me.”
Miss Sage, 17, a high school senior, has earned widespread acclaim as a talented country and gospel singer. She won her first award at age five in her home community, Mandaree, North Dakota. At age nine she was named North Dakota Indian Education Association Student of the Year, the youngest recipient to receive the award.
More recently she has traveled the nation making over 50 performances per year at schools, hospitals, sobriety conferences, rodeos and prisons. In 2003, she won a North Dakota talent search and auditioned for the television program “American Idol” in New York City. She has two compact disc recordings of gospel, patriotic and country music.
“Get a good education and follow your dreams,” said Sage as advice to young people. “I also feel strongly about the abuse of drugs, alcohol and tobacco on reservations. The end result is never good. I’m proud to say that they’ve never been a part of my life.”
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View full press release here
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6.) The Forum (Fargo) article regarding the proposed constitutional amendment to prohibit gay marriage or civil unions in North Dakota
The NDHRC Board of Directors has established a position on the proposed anti-gay marriage constitutional amendment. The position and proposed amendment is as follows:
The North Dakota Human Rights Coalition opposes the proposed North Dakota constitutional amendment to prevent the recognition of marriage or civil unions for same-sex couples.
The NDHRC supports full civil rights for all residents of North Dakota, including gay/lesbian/transgender/bisexual residents of our state. Neither enshrining discrimination in our Constitution nor stripping families of basic protections would serve our state’s best interest. The North Dakota Constitution protects and ensures equal treatment for all people. It should not be used to single out a group of people for harmful and detrimental treatment.
The information that the NDHRC Board of Directors used to adopt this position is available on the NDHRC web site at http://www.ndhrc.org/Goals/NDHRAct/GayMarriageAmmendmentPosition.htm.
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Cheryl Bergian, Director for the North Dakota Human Rights Coalition is mentioned in the article below.
Gay marriage stance argued
When the Fargo Human Relations Commission took a position in July against the state's proposed gay marriage ban, the taxpayer-funded group overstepped its authority, City Commissioner John Cosgriff said Monday.
Cheryl Bergian, a member of the human relations panel, raised the issue at the City Commission meeting Monday night. Bergian said she was told Cosgriff had concerns about the board's stance because it relies on public funding.
The Human Relations Commission requested $5,000 from next year's city budget to pay for various programs and educational activities aimed at supporting diversity, according to Dan Mahli, an assistant city planner and staff liaison to the board.
Monday night was the public hearing session for the 2005 city budget.
Bergian asked that the Human Relations Commission not have its funding taken away just because it took a stand on a controversial issue.
"We were created to tackle issues that are controversial," she said. But Cosgriff was quick to defend his position.
"I'm not trying to make a statement for or against it (gay marriage)" Cosgriff said. "The issues is: Do we have a situation where we're using tax dollars in support of an elected matter?"
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View full article here
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7.) The Forum (Fargo), Deanna Bakken letter: More accessible apartments needed
Deanna Bakken letter: More accessible apartments
needed
The city of Fargo is in need of affordable, accessible apartments. Let me explain what I mean by accessible since everyone seems to have their own definition.
I'm a person in a wheelchair, so an open kitchen plan would be a real plus. A bathroom of decent size to be able to maneuver safely. A wheelchair requires more room to do various things, but at times it seems builders forget that.
Affordable, as I am a person on a limited monthly income. I receive rental assistance from Fargo Housing and they have rent maximums depending on each situation. Therefore, there were apartments I didn't even bother looking at because I wouldn't be able to move in no matter how ideal.
Building more accessible apartments to me makes logical sense because whether we like it or not, we're all growing older.
Accessible features make life easier for everyone so I don't understand the big deal. For example, long before my sister-in-law even knew who I was, she had a double sink vanity in her bathroom. With one being open, she can sit and put her make-up on. For me, in my wheelchair, it's a wonderful roll-under sink.
I would venture to say most homes and apartments would be quite difficult to get around when accidents with temporary injuries occur such as breaking a leg and having to use a wheelchair for a short time. No one knows when or where an accident will happen. That's why they're called accidents.
Deanna Bakken
Fargo
View online article here
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8.) Associated Press, Court suspends judge for sexual harassment
Court suspends judge
for sexual harassment
Published: Bismarck Tribune – 9/1/2004
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View full article here
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9.) The Forum (Fargo), Judge suspended 2 months
Judge suspended 2 months
The career of one of North Dakota's longest-serving judges will end in punishment for how he behaved toward women in the Cass County Courthouse.
Calling his conduct crude, puerile and boorish, the North Dakota Supreme Court announced Tuesday it will suspend East Central District Judge Michael McGuire for two months without pay.
Paul Jacobson, the state's Judicial Conduct Commission disciplinary counsel and prosecutor of the case, called the suspension a rare and "very serious" action against a judge.
The ruling ended a process that began more than a year ago when seven women, all current or former court employees, filed complaints with Jacobson. In March, a four-member review panel said McGuire, 63, created an "intimidating, hostile and offensive" workplace.
The Supreme Court followed the panel's recommended 60-day suspension and ordered it to begin Nov. 1, two months before McGuire is to retire after his fourth six-year term.
McGuire, one of eight judges serving the three-county district, was on vacation the month of August and is scheduled to return today. He hung up his home phone Tuesday when a reporter called for a comment on the suspension.
McGuire has maintained his innocence throughout the proceedings, but apologized in a public statement last year for his actions if they unintentionally hurt others. He and his attorney, Mark Condon of Minneapolis, said the most serious accusations were lies the women told in retaliation for unpopular personnel decisions McGuire made.
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View full article here
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10.) The Forum (Fargo), Event offers a taste of India
Event offers a taste of India
When Mousumi Bhandary teaches her students to dance, she teaches them more than intricate physical movements.
With every step mastered and rhythm modeled, the students absorb a piece of India’s culture, languages and history.
For an ever-growing east Indian community in Fargo-Moorhead, that tie to home has become essential. Bhandary’s classes have grown from four students to more than 45 since she opened the Kala-Anjali India Culture Center two years ago in her north Fargo home.
Most of her students are the sons and daughters of professionals who have immigrated from India. Others are non-Indian children or Indian students who come to Fargo-Moorhead to study at one of the universities.
“Dance and music are the best way to bind children to their roots and traditions,” said Bhandary, a professional Indian dancer. “They love it.”
On Sept. 25 the cultural center will present “Warrior Princess,” a dance and theater production adapted from Hindu mythology. An authentic Indian dinner, a bazaar and style show also will be held.
Proceeds from the event will help expand Kala-Anjali’s vision.
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View full article here
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11.) The Forum (Fargo) & wire reports, Tribal schools to host economic programs
Tribal schools to host economic programs
BISMARCK - The longestrunning economic development conference in North Dakota is getting a $50,000 grant to help spur new businesses on American Indian reservations.
Representatives of Marketplace for Entrepreneurs received the grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The money will support a one-year pilot program to provide entrepreneurial education at tribal colleges and help entrepreneurs write business plans.
David Gipp, president of the United Tribes Technical College, said assisting businesses on or near reservations is "critically essential" for tribes' success because the state's Indian population is growing.
Forum and wire reports
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12.) The Forum (Fargo), Other views: Military’s ‘Dakistan’ idea exposes racist overtones
Other views: Military's 'Dakistan' idea exposes
racist overtones
I was disappointed to see two pieces of information in The Forum article about the proposed "Dakistan" war-games zone in North Dakota. Both the working title of the zone and the list of potential make-believe targets carry very real racist overtones.
First, the title of the proposed area is extremely unfortunate in identifying the need for war games with Muslim homelands. The "dubbed" name "Dakistan" obviously comes from the names of lands in the region of Iran, Afghanistan, Uzbekhistan, and so forth.
The suffix "-istan" is an Iranian form that means "land of"- as in Afghanistan, land of the Afghans. By using a name so clearly taken from a Muslim part of the world, the Happy Hooligans are reinforcing the all-too-common view among Americans that Muslims are automatically the "bad guys." This is essentially a racist view, and I truly hope that someone with sense will quash the name "Dakistan" as quickly as possible.
President Bush and others have said repeatedly that the "War on Terror" is not a war on Islam, but if that is really true, then we should not be giving ethnic Islamic names to pretend military target areas.
But the racism in the proposal, at least as reported in The Forum, also hit a local group: Why, oh why, were Indian reservations mentioned at the very top of the list of potential pretend targets? Haven't Indian peoples been viewed as targets once or twice too often in history? The list went on to include "abandoned farmsteads" and "ghost towns," implying that reservations aren't worth any more than such places.
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View full article here
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13.) The Forum (Fargo), Forum editorial: ‘Dakistan’ needlessly offensive
Forum editorial: 'Dakistan' needlessly offensive
While we endorse a plan to use North Dakota's air space as a four-season war games zone, the military's choice of the name "Dakistan" for the zone is insensitive and offensive.
Forum reporter Gerry Gilmour reported in Sunday's edition that the Pentagon is looking seriously at the proposal. Maj. Gen. Mike Haugen, commander of the North Dakota National Guard, said the state could become the largest special operations training center in the world.
That's good news. It comes at a time when concern is rising about the future of the Air Guard at Fargo. Another round of military base closings could put the Fargo base and possibly one of the state's Air Force bases at risk. But if the state is used for massive multi-force training exercises, the bases likely would be secure as part of the new structure.
And now comes the name "Dakistan," apparently to connote the idea that a North Dakota training space would help ready the armed forces for warfare in the "-istans" of the Middle East and central Asia. One problem with such a name is that new citizens from the "-istan" nations live in North Dakota. Just a few days ago, Kurdish refugees from the arc of territory known as Kurdistan conducted a celebration of their culture - and their new home in the United States - at a local park.
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View full article here
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14.) The Forum (Fargo), Other views: The North Dakota Guard will drop ‘Dakistan’ name
Other views: The North Dakota Guard will drop 'Dakistan'
name
In response to James Postema's letter to the editor and the Forum's Our Opinion editorial (Sept. 1) regarding the North Dakota Joint Force Training Initiative:
In our training initiative proposal we used the fictitious name "Dakistan" in reference to the land exercise area. The name has been found to be offensive to some, which was not our intention, and we will no longer use the name. We appreciate the Editorial Board's support for the training initiative and its recognition of its importance to North Dakota.
It is common to use fictitious names for political entities, states, regions and land masses during military exercises. This is done specifically to not confuse the exercise scenarios with the real-world entity. It has also been our military tradition to name our deployed locations reminiscent of our home areas or state name. In 1989, when the National Guard deployed to Honduras with engineers and medical professionals to build clinics, roads and schools and provide medical care, we called our base camp Camp Dacotah.
In 2001 and 2002, we deployed Task Force Koda (Koda is a Native American word meaning friend) to the Spirit Lake Nation to help move and build over 72 homes and improve infrastructure. We are currently assisting the Three Affiliated Tribes in New Town in preparing for the commemoration of the Lewis and Clark bicentennial by building roads, walking trails and park areas.
Our goal in the North Dakota Joint Force Training Initiative is to provide economic development opportunities throughout North Dakota to include tribal areas as well as training beneficial to the military. The exercises train special operations forces in managing cultural differences and native languages in preparation for conducting operations around the world. It's the experience of training on a reservation with American Indians that makes the training unique. We will continue to work with the tribes and all stakeholders of the initiative, including commercial and general aviation, to make sure we have their support and it is done right.
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15.) Grand Forks Herald, North Dakota: New 24-hour help hot line now available
NORTH
DAKOTA: New 24-hour help hot line now available Grand Forks Herald – 9/10/2004
A new three-digit hot line now is available to North Dakotans who need emergency food and financial assistance, affordable mental health services or suicide intervention services.
Residents can dial 211, a universally recognizable number that makes a connection between callers and the appropriate community-based organizations and government agencies.
The number is a 24-hour toll-free, statewide crisis intervention, information and referral service. There are no answering machines and no voicemail systems, so callers will speak directly with a crisis management specialist.
Officials made a 211 demonstration call during a news conference in downtown Grand Forks at Mountainbrooke, which provides rehabilitation services for people with mental illnesses.
Shelly Dillinger, affiliate development director of the Mental Health Association of North Dakota, said the number officially was launched in North Dakota on Feb. 11 in a 12-county area in and around Bismarck. Aug. 1, the program became available statewide.
Officials stressed that the number can be a resource for anyone.
For instance, callers can look for support groups, seek treatment for a gambling addiction or get information about food stamps.
The Mental Health Association in North Dakota has provided a help line service for more than 33 years, but in September 2003, the association was awarded the official designation by the North Dakota Public Service Commission to provide 211 services statewide.
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16.) Williston Herald, Mandaree girl named Miss Indian Nations
Mandaree girl named Miss Indian Nations Williston Herald – 9/13/2004
BISMARCK (AP) -- A high school senior from Mandaree is the new Miss Indian Nations.
Bobbi Rae Sage, 17, received the award at the United Tribes International Powwow in Bismarck.
Sage, a member of the Three Affiliated Tribes, sings country and gospel music. She plans to use the award's scholarship to study medicine in South Dakota and hopes to become an obstetrician.
Eight other young women competed for the title. The runner-up was Mialyn Spoonhunter, a Northern Arapaho tribal member from Browning, Mont.
The Miss Indian Nations program is open to American Indian women ages 17 to 26.
Contestants are judged on such things as communication skills, personal conduct and traditional skills.
View online article here
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17.) Associated Press, Gay students are offered special scholar
Gay students are offered special scholar
Published: The Jamestown Sun – 9/14/2004
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View full article here
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A calendar of events for September is available on the NDHRC web site here.
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18.) Mental Health Professional Conference, October 12 & 13, Mandan
The Mental Health Association in North Dakota is sponsoring a professional conference in Mandan on October 12 and 13. The theme is “Stress Related Disorders: Children, Families, Military”.
Conference begins Tuesday, October 12th, 2004 at 1:30pm until 4:30pm and continues Wednesday October 13th, 2004 from 8:30am until 4:30pm at the Best Western Seven Seas Inn 2611 Old Red Trail, I-94 at Exit 152 Mandan, ND 58554, 1-800-597-7327.
CEUs pending for Social Workers, Counselors, etc. For More Information Call: 1-800-472-2911 or mentalhealth5@juno.com.
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19.) Developmental Disabilities Conference, October 8 & 9, Fargo
“Focus on Developmental Disabilities in North Dakota” a public policy conference will be at the Ramada Plaza Suites in Fargo on October 8 and 9. This conference is sponsored by the Arc, Upper Valley of Grand Forks.
At the conference you will learn from the experts and leaders in disability advocacy about hot issues in public policy. Learn more about the role of government in family related activities. Train in legislative advocacy related to developmental disabilities and health care issues, Meet people interested in public policy and developmental disability.
Watch for details and registration materials to arrive soon or contact The Arc, Upper Valley at 701-772-6191 or e-mail thearc@arcuv.com.
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20.) 21st Annual Peace Congress of the ND Peace Coalition, October 8 & 9, Bismarck
Americans Deserve Democracy, Too! Celebrating 21 Years of the North Dakota Peace Coalition!
On the beautiful campus of the United Tribes Technical College in Bismarck, ND
Program:
Friday, October 8 – Gathering and Arts Celebration – Music, Poetry and Movement United Tribes Technical College, Jack Barden Center (southeast corner of campus)
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. – Registration and Reception 8:00 p.m. – Music, Poetry and Movement - Kris Kitko, singer/songwriter will perform new songs for peace and justice. Dragon Jane, duo Bonnie Torrance and Karen Van Fossan, will perform creative poetry & dance. Mixed media artwork will be displayed by artist Jane Peterson.
Saturday, October 9 – Congress United Tribes Technical College, Jack Barden Center
8:00 a.m. – Registration and Continental Breakfast 9:00 a.m. – Opening Celebration and Greetings Acting President's Report by Acting President Brian Palecek 10:00 a.m. – Keynote Address by Amy Goodman: “Working for Democracy in the Media: Democracy Now!” 12:00 – Lunch and tour of United Tribes Art Gallery of traditional and contemporary arts 1:30 p.m. – Strengthening the Statewide Peace Organization Annual Meeting to select Steering Committee for 2004-2005 Discussion on Empowerment through Local and Statewide Activism, which will include a panel of current Steering Committee Members 2:45 p.m. – Making Connections Panel North Dakota activists make connections between their work and the ongoing challenge of peace and justice work of standing up to the Military, Industrial, Congressional, Energy (Media?) MICE Complex. Representatives of human rights, veterans, environmental, educational, arts, and women's advocacy organizations will share their views and insights. 4:00 p.m. – Fundraising Auction and Hoopla for Hope. Please bring an auction item to share. 5:00 p.m. – Adjournment of Congress
Supper of Celebration United Tribes Cafeteria, Bldg 72 - South side of campus along Ft. Berthold Ave. Saturday, October 9 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Banquet honoring Tom Disselhorst, our Prairie Peacemaker for 2004. The Supper of Celebration is co-hosted and co-sponsored with United Tribes Technical College to honor Tom.
For registration and information contact the North Dakota Peace Coalition, P.O. Box 2547, Bismarck, ND 58502, 701-258-8495 or register via email to Steve Merrill at merrils@btinet.net .
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21.) Annual Meeting Celebrating 15 Years of Service, September 23, Fargo
Annual
Meeting Celebrating 15 Years of Service Where:
NDSU Alumni Center, 1241 N University Dr., Fargo Agenda: 5:00 Board
Meeting
Freedom
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22.) Social Justice
Training Institute, December 8 – 12, 2004, Tucson, Arizona
SJTI is a developmental experience that will involve personal work. Past participants have found SJTI to be an intense experience as we work to understand the dynamics and effects of race and racism and as we engage in authentic dialogue arcoss and within race groups.
If you are looking for training tools, exercises, or "how to" activities - SJTI might not be for you. While participants do bring articles and activities to share with colleagues, the focus of the institute is personal work.
Institute Format
Time and Place
Registration
For More Information Visit the SJTI website at http://www.sjti.org.
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23.) New Personal Narratives of Discrimination in North Dakota Featured on NDHRC Web Site
The North Dakota Human Rights Coalition is currently interviewing people in North Dakota who have experienced discrimination to document those experiences.
Our focus is on discrimination involving:
These personal stories are being posted to our web site regularly and can be viewed here.
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24.) PSA: Volunteers Needed for Get Out and Vote Project
For
Immediate Release
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25.) Applications Invited for Soros Fellowships for New Americans
Deadline:
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***Member Reminder*** Please keep us in mind for your group or church social action/social justice meetings! We’d be happy to provide a presentation at a meeting or provide newsletter articles for your organizations.
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