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Friday, May 11, 2007

North Dakota Human Rights News

www.ndhrc.org

Hello members and friends of the North Dakota Human Rights Coalition!

Select individual headings to view specific content. Thank you for reading.

In this PAUR Report:

              Announcements

Events

Reminders

NEWS:

       Native American Nicknames / Mascot News

      Tribal News

      Race & National Origin News

      Sexual Orientation News:

      Women's Issues

      Disabilities

      Religion

      Miscellaneous

Do you have a Program, Announcement, Update or Resource that you would like shared on our weekly PAUR report? If so, please send an email to HumanRights@NDHRC.org and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Please Note: The NDHRC distributes a weekly PAUR report to inform our members and friends about news, events, and other human rights related information around the state. The opinions expressed within the articles are those of the authors and are not endorsed by the NDHRC.

We need your help and support to make a difference.  Your individual advocacy is invaluable.  Please consider making a monetary donation to help support the NDHRC's work.  Send your donations to NDHRC, P.O. Box 1961, Fargo, ND 58107-1961 or make a donation online by visiting www.ndhrc.org. Free memberships are also available.

New NDHRC members: as a membership benefit you have received an e-mail subscription of our weekly e-mail newsletter, the NDHRC PAUR Report.  If you would like to be removed from the PAUR Report mailing list, please send an email to humanrights@ndhrc.org.

NEW: Clock in for Equality - Tuesday, May 15
   Clock in for Equality (CIFE) is a nationwide movement promoting workplace equality for LGBT individuals and people with HIV/AIDS. Various events, from community forums to public protests, will take place across the country on May 15.
   To participate in the Fargo-Moorhead arm of the movement, just pick up a CIFE pin and wear it to work on May 15 (and before and after, if you'd like!). No matter who you are, the pin is a simple way of showing that you support equality in the workplace. Feel free to take pins for family, friends and co-workers.
   The pins are available at all three Atomic Coffee locations in Fargo-Moorhead:
* Downtown Moorhead: 16 4th St S, Moorhead, MN 56560 - (218) 299-6161
* South Moorhead: 805 30th Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560 - (218) 477-6161
* Downtown Fargo: 222 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 58102 - (701) 478-6160
If you have any questions, contact mhmarr@gmail.com. Clock in for Equality is coordinated and supported by Lambda Legal, and supported locally by the Pride Collective & Community Center (www.pridecollective.com) and the North Dakota Human Rights Coalition (www.ndhrc.org). Learn more about Lambda Legal and Clock in For Equality here.

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NEW: F-M Area Feminists Calendar Nominations
   Please take the time to nominate yourself or another outstanding feminist in the F-M area! The F-M Area Feminists project is a calendar that highlights individual women and girl feminists, aged 13 and older, as well as feminist organizations in the F-M area. Proceeds from the sale of the calendar support the mission and programs of the Women’s Network of the Red River Valley. The mission of the Women’s Network of the Red River Valley is to empower women and girls and organize for social justice.
   Nominations are due by June 15, 2007. Please make sure the nominee has signed the form acknowledging her nomination. The nominee will be notified if she has been chosen to be highlighted in the calendar by approximately July 1, 2007 and will have her picture taken within the next 30 days. The women (along with the calendars) will be showcased at the Women’s Network of the Red River Valley’s annual Women’s Equality Day event on the evening of August 28, 2007 at the Green Market in downtown Fargo.
   Please spread the word to feminists you know in the area! If you would like more nomination forms, or have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at 218.233.2737. Forms are also available online at http://www.wnrrv.org.
   We look forward to honoring the hard work and dedication of feminists in our community. Send completed nomination forms to: Women’s Network of the Red River Valley / 810 Fourth Avenue South, Suite 130 / Moorhead, MN 56560 / or wnrrv@wnrrv.org

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Consider Becoming a Board Member for the North Dakota Women's Nework (NDWN )

     The Women’s Network is seeking new applicants for our Board of Directors. This year, there are four positions available. The Board holds an extremely important role in creating and carrying out the actions of the organization. The Board will set policies and goals for the organization. As a member, I hope you would consider submitting an application to be a board member.

      During the last year, the North Dakota Women’s Network has been actively involved in building the organization and engaging in activities to improve the status of women in North Dakota. Members formed committees to establish the work of the Women’s Network – budget/fundraising, legislative, sustainability, public relations, focus group, annual meeting. The Women’s Network conducted focus groups throughout the state to assess the needs of North Dakota women. The engagement of members and the discussions with women will be the guidepost for the organization to solve the concerns of women in North Dakota.

      We asked many members to submit a survey with their membership. A few issues have been emerging as important concerns faced by women today. Most notably, pay equity and economic security. 60% of all respondents (66 respondents) listed this as one of their top three concerns, and made a resounding declaration that the pay gap still exists. This is not surprising, as research continues to show women’s economic security lags behind our male peers. Women earn 77 cents for every dollar a man earns; for minority women the gap is even larger. The Women’s Network can play a vital role in addressing this issue, among other concerns. Issues of violence, political representation, and reproductive rights are top concerns for many North Dakota women.

      NDWN’s Board is given the task to look at these concerns and craft a response and solutions. The membership asks that the Women’s Network keep women informed and be the voice for North Dakota Women. I hope you will consider applying for a position on the board. There are four open positions on the board. Attached is information to help you in your consideration of applying: A one-page description of the organization, NDWN’s bylaws, a job description, and the application.

      Applications are due to Renee Stromme by May 18, 2007, which can be either emailed or sent postal mail. Please contact Renee with any questions. The new members of the board will be voted on at the Women’s Network annual meeting on June 15, 2007.

      Renee Stromme, Executive Director, North Dakota Women's Network: 418 E Rosser #301B, Bismarck, ND  58501. (701) or (888) 255-6240 ext 21 or renee@ndwomen.org

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Sexual Orientation & Gender Identity Discrimination & Health Research

   The Canadian Psychological Association's Section on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGII; http://www.cpa.ca/sections/sexualorientationandgenderidentityissues/ is  conducting a study looking at sexual minorities' exposure to prejudice and discrimination and how this can affect health and well-being.  As you may be aware, there is a dearth of research actually documenting the experiences of sexual minority persons and how this influences their health.

   They would like to invite ANY individual who identifies as gay or lesbian to participate in a study by going to: www.socialjusticeresearch.com. As well, please feel free to circulate the link to friends, family members, and/or colleagues that might be interested in participating. The survey link can also be sent to those who do not live in Canada

   Participants are not required to put any identifying information such as their name, address, or e-mail on the questionnaire. The anonymous survey has been approved by the Ethics Review Board (beh 05-02) of the University of Saskatchewan and is funded by the Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation.

   Researchers will answer questions and respond to any comments you might have about the study. Contact information is located below.

Melanie A. Morrison, PhD, Principal Researcher Department of Psychology (9 Campus Drive, Arts Building University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Sk. S7N 5A5) Phone:306-966-2564; Email: melanie.morrison@usask.ca, Tracey Arnold, Research Assistant: Phone: 306-966-1773; Email: tma490@mail.usask.ca or Chad Hammond, Research Assistant: Phone (306) 966-1773; Email: cnh920@mail.usask.ca

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2007 ND legislature Provides for Major Boost for Charitable

Governor Hoeven has recently signed a bill providing significant tax incentives to ND taxpayers who support qualified ND charitable organizations.  The legislation focuses on two types of giving: Deferred giving ...irrevocable planned gifts made by individuals which favor qualified ND charitable organizations, and Outright giving…gifts (most often cash) made by business entities to qualified endowment funds of qualified ND charitable organizations. To meet the requirements for the tax credit, the above gifts must qualify for tax-deductibility under Federal income tax law.

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May is Mental Health Month

For a complete calendar, visit www.ndhrc.org, or access directly here.

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NDSU Rural Leadership North Dakota (RLND) Program Seeking Participants
   The North Dakota State University Extension Service is looking for individuals who want to become part of creating the future for their organization, community and state.
   The Extension Service's Rural Leadership North Dakota (RLND) program is accepting applications for its 2007-09 class, which starts in October. RLND is a two-year program for emerging agricultural and rural leaders. RLND teaches participants to be effective leaders with the skills to overcome challenges and guide North Dakota into the future.
   July 1 is the deadline to apply to join the 2007-09 class. Applicants must have been a state resident for at least a year and be able to attend all of the seminars and study tour. Participants will be responsible for tuition of $1,375 for each of the two years. Scholarships are available for part of the tuition. Funding from other sources covers the rest of the $11,000 cost per participant. Those other funding sources include the NDSU Extension Service, North Dakota businesses and organizations, foundations, granting agencies and individuals.
   For more information on RLND, or if you want to apply or nominate someone for the class, visit RLND's Web site at www.ag.ndsu.edu/rlnd, send an e-mail to r-leader@ndsuext.nodak.edu or call the RLND Office at 701-231-5803.

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NEW: Join NDHRC for wine tasting and hors d’ oeuvres at Maple River Winery - Thursday, June 7, 5-7 p.m.

You’re invited to a fundraiser for the North Dakota Human Rights Coalition at Maple River Winery (628 Front Street, Casselton, ND). The winery is only 15 minutes west of Fargo. Help us work to effect change! Contribute to human rights in North Dakota! Bring a friend! Sample North Dakota wines, have a few snacks and browse North Dakota products. $50 suggested contribution. RSVP Cheryl Bergian: 701-793-2002 or cherylbergian@ndhrc.org. Visit NDHRC or Maple River Winery for more information.

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NEW: A committee in Grand Forks has been working on establishing a Grand Forks Human Relations Commission. The group is currently seeking allies in the community and drafting an ordinance to present to the City Council this fall. Please join the next monthly meeting on Monday, May 14 at the Grand Forks Public Library Meeting Room from 6:30-8:30. For more information, please contact mitchmarr@ndhrc.org. Directions available upon request and through upcoming Action Alerts.

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NEW: Annual PEPP Fest June 9th 4 to 7:30 PM at Romkey Park in South Moorhead

   You are invited to: Participate! Have Fun! Tye Dye a Shirt! Play Games! Celebrate Justice! ~~Or/And~~ Volunteer! Grill Hot-dogs and Slice WaterMelon! Help the Kids Tye-Dye Shirts! Help Run Sound! Perform Your Talent on the Green Grass Stage! Help set-up and Clean-up! Donate Money for shirts and food!

   You are also welcome to set up an organizational table and add to the festivities (Read on for details)!

   DETAILS: People Escaping Poverty Project (PEPP) is celebrating its 21st year as a nonprofit.  PEPP is hosting its 7th annual PEPP Fest Celebration on June 9th, 2007 from 4:00 PM to 7:30 PM in Moorhead’s Romkey Park. This Community Celebration is free for the entire community to attend.

   This year we are asking community organizations to participate in our celebration by hosting a booth at PEPP Fest.  We are also asking organizations to engage in the festivities by offering at least one family friendly activity this year. This will be a first for us. If you are interested in offering an activity please let us know and we’ll do our best to coordinate times and announcements of activities to be offered.

   If you are interested in hosting a booth or have any questions at all about PEPP Fest, please do not hesitate to contact us by calling 218-236-5434, or by e-mail at pepp@pepp.org.

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Tri-College NEW Leadership Development Institute: Diane Meyer Keynote Address by Demetria Martinez *for the

Tuesday May 15, 2007, 6:30pm, North Dakota State University, Beckwith Auditorium.

A public reception will follow the address.

     Demetria Martinez is an author, activist, lecturer and columnist. Her acclaimed book "Mother Tongue" is based in part upon her 1988 trial for conspiracy against the U.S. government in connection with transporting Salvadoran refugees into the country. A religion reporter at the time covering the faith-based Sanctuary Movement, she was found not guilty on First Amendment grounds. Born in Albuquerque, NM in 1960, where she now resides, Martinez earned her BA from Princeton University’s Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs. Martinez teaches at the annual June writing workshop at the William JoinerCenter for the Study of War and Social Consequences at the University of Mass., Boston.In New Mexico she is active with Enlace Comunitario, an immigrants’ rights group that serves Spanish-speaking victims of domestic violence.

     The Tri-College National Education for Women’s (NEW) Leadership Development Institute is a five-day residential program aimed at promoting public and community leadership among women of diverse backgrounds. It is being sponsored by Tri-College University and will be held May 13-17, 2007 at North Dakota State University. Tri-College NEW Leadership is made possible through generous financial support from friends and family of Diane Meyer, the Otto Bremer Foundation, North Dakota State University, Minnesota State University Moorhead, the Women’s Foundation of Minnesota, Church of the Nativity Social Justice Fund Concordia College, the Fargo-Moorhead Area Foundation Women’s Fund, Fargo-Moorhead branch and members of AAUW, Soroptimist International of Moorhead, Soroptimist International of Fargo, Cass County Bar Association, the Fargo Human Relations Commission, and other individual contributors.

For information please contact Deborah White at 218-477-2041 or whitede@mnstate.edu

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NDHRC announces 5th Annual Conference

Mark your calendars today! NDHRC and the Professional Issues conference are collaborating on a conference, "The Human Rights Umbrella: Removing Barriers to Full Participation," scheduled for Fri.-Sat., Oct. 19 & 20. The conference will feature tracks focused on human rights, GLBT, disability, and New American issues. In those tracks, presenters will cover topics such as education, law, diversity issues, activism, health & human services, and spirituality. Watch for e-mail updates or click here for details (updated as information is available).

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Third Annual Clinical Forum on Mental Health:  Turning Knowledge into Practice!  May 15-16-17, 2007, Pre-Conference, May 15 Seven Seas Inn & Convention Center- Mandan, North Dakota  A preliminary Schedule at a Glance is posted on the Web site.  Updates will be made very soon with more detail.  The Web site is www.conted.und.edu/clinicalforum .  REGISTRATION INFORMATION:  Your complete registration brochure will be mailed to you at a later date.  Registration is available now through our secure server, or you can print a PDF of the registration form, on our Web site:
www.conted.und.edu/clinicalforum

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The Family Connections Conference helps North Dakota families of children with special needs and the professionals who support them to collaborate. The conference will be held at Best Western Doublewood Inn in Fargo North Dakota.  For more information Contact NDCPD at 1-800-233-1737 (toll free) or  701-858-3580, or e-mail at haarstad@minotstateu.edu.

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The North Dakota Women’s Network holds FIRST Annual meeting, award ceremony and training of the NDWN

   Friday, June 15^th 2007 at the Best Western Kelly Inn (3800 Main Avenue, Fargo, ND). A block of rooms has been set aside at the Kelly Inn under the ND Women’s Network. For reservations call 1-800-528-1234 or locally at 701-281-0243.

   Tentative Agenda:  2pm – 4pm: Training – “Why Wait? Women and Activism: Balancing Passion, Time and Responsibilities.” 4pm – 5pm: Board Meeting (Visitors are welcome to attend). 5pm – 6pm: Social – An Opportunity for Networking and Getting to Know Women’s Network Members; silent art auction featuring original work by women artists. 6pm – 9pm: Dinner – Annual Meeting and Award Ceremony; Keynote on “Women in North Dakota Politics: A Review of Women’s Role in State Policy-Making”; Election of Board Members; Woman of the Year Award Presentation to Dr. Ellen Chaffee.

   Registration fee: $20/training only; $30/meeting only; $45/both events w/meals. The Red River Valley Fair will also be held that weekend – no admission fee and a great (family-friendly) opportunity. Contact: Renee Stromme, Executive Director, North Dakota Women's Network (418 E Rosser #301B, Bismarck, ND  58501): 701- or 888-255-6240 ext 21; Cell – 701-226-1116; renee@ndwomen.org

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Fair Housing of the Dakotas sponsors: Fundamentals of Fair Housing Workshops

Agenda: What is Housing Discrimination? ** The Federal Fair Housing Act ** State Human Rights/Fair Housing Laws ** Complaint Filing & Investigative Process ** Advertising & Applications ** Reasonable Accommodations and Modifications ** New Design and Construction ** Occupancy Standards ** Updated Case Law

Workshops have been scheduled for the following dates and communities for 2007:

       • May 22: 1:00-4:45 PM, Airport International Inn, 3601 2^nd Avenue West, Williston, ND

       • June 21: 1:00-4:45 PM, Travel Lodge, 3300 W. Russell Street, Sioux Falls, SD

       • Save the Dates: Check our website (www.ndfhc.org) for tentative dates for Fargo, Chamberlain, Grand Forks, Minot & Rapid City or for updates on continuing education credits. A registration flyer for these workshops will be distributed at a later date.

Attendance is free but advance registration is required to ensure adequate seating and materials. Space may be limited at some workshops. Materials available in alternative formats upon request. Coffee and soft drinks will be provided. If you have any questions, please contact the Fair Housing of the Dakotas: 701-221-2530 or 1-888-265-0907 (toll-free)

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   Bismarck, ND – March 5, 2007 – Dakota OutRight, a non-profit organization that serves as a community resource and provides gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) diversity education, has announced that they will celebrate their fourth GLBT Pride Fest July 27-29, 2007 at Eagles Park, Bismarck. Pride Fest is a unique time to celebrate unity within the GLBT community and allies in western and central North Dakota. All friends and family of the GLBT community are invited to join in any of the activities during the weekend festival.
   Eagles Park is located north of Bismarck along the historic Missouri River on Highway 1804. The park offers camping for the weekend, and various activities for all ages. For those camping at the campground, there will be a themed campsite decorating contest.
   Pride Fest begins with a Friday night bonfire and entertainment. Saturday there will be various outdoor activities, information/vendor booths, food concessions, a GLBT Pride Award presentation, entertainment, and a dance hosted by Dakota Good Friends. Pride Fest will conclude with a Sunday morning worship service followed by snacks and fellowship.
   Make the journey this summer to Bismarck-Mandan to celebrate your GLBT pride! For updated information regarding Bismarck-Mandan GLBT Pride Fest 2007, visit www.DakotaOutRight.org or email hosts@dakotaoutright.org.
 

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AFP and NDANO co-host non-profit conference in Fargo

Creating Common Ground for Growth, an educational conference on nonprofit funding will be held June 3-5 at the Ramada Plaza Suites and Conference Center, Fargo. The conference will feature excellent speakers and educational tracks, as well as opportunities for networking. More than 200 nonprofit professionals, board members and volunteers from throughout the Midwest are expected at the event to gain quality training at a very reasonable cost. Save the dates now.   

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NEW: Local GLBT Social/Discussion Group
Minnkota Center would like to invite you to participate in our upcoming social/discussion group (now combined) offered to men who identify as Gay, Queer, MSM, or Bisexual and to women who identify as Gay, Lesbian, Womyn Loving Womyn, or Bisexual. The group meets the first and third Wednesday of each month from 5:30-7:00 p.m. at the PEPP building. These will be open-forum discussions that Minnkota hopes will provide people the opportunity to meet others, share ideas, discuss alternative views and empower one another through knowledge and understanding. For more information, please contact Clint or Katie at 287-4636 or toll-free at 1-877-871-4636, or by email at: clinton@pepp.org or katie@pepp.org

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NAACP chapter starting in ND: A group out of Grand Forks has laid the groundwork for a North Dakota chapter of the NAACP.  North Dakota is one of only two states in the United States without a chapter of the organization. Stay posted for notices of future meetings and events. Right now, the group needs members in order to get a charter from the national NAACP. The membership is $30.00, and checks can be made out to, and sent to: Northern Lights Chapter of NAACP, P.O. Box 12142, Grand Forks, ND  58208-2142. The Mission Statement of the NAACP:  "...to ensure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights for all persons and to eliminate racial hatred and racial discrimination."

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Pride Collective & Community Center now accepting Board Member applications
The Pride Collective & Community Center is currently receiving applications for an open position on its board of directors.  Board terms are currently for one year, renewable for a total of five consecutive terms.  Please contact the Pride Collective at info@pridecollective.com if you're interested in completing an application.
 

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Ten Percent Society    www.fmtps.com
Our group provides social activities, support, and education to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered students, faculty and staff and straight allies on the campuses of Minnesota State University Moorhead and North Dakota State University and in the Fargo-Moorhead community.
Rideshare Names & Numbers: If you would like to join us at a meeting but don't have a ride, give one of these nice people a call and you can arrange to meet somewhere:  Abby: 701-541-1605, Nate: 701-388-2075, Justin: 701-400-6429, Nick: 651-380-6741, Andrew: 701-212-2109, Jake: 701-866-8550, Jacob: 701-361-9774, Stacey: 701-318-3347, or Erika: 320-250-1915.
 

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Volunteer or Intern with Planned Parenthood!

“MAKE A DIFFERENCE.  IN HER LIFE.  IN HIS LIFE.  IN YOUR LIFE.”

Planned Parenthood Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota has provided our community with

education and confidential reproductive health care at an affordable cost for more than 70 years. 

Help us achieve our mission by participating in one of these exciting opportunities: 

Volunteer and Internship Positions:

Reality Checker – Fargo, Bismarck, Minot, Grand Forks

Super Activist - Fargo 

Coffee House Series Committee - Fargo

Public Affairs Administrative Assistant - Fargo

For more information or to apply, contact ajacobson@ppmns.org or 701.526.0726 , or visit our website at www.ppmns.org.

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The Arc of Bismarck & The ND Protection & Advocacy Project staff are collaborating to offer training and support to groups or individuals wishing to participate in the legislative process. For more details or to schedule a workshop that includes information on how a bill becomes a law and how to draft and deliver legislative testimony, please use one of the contact points listed below to schedule an appointment. Please share this in your circles - Thank you! 701-258-7949. joyce@apsimail.com # arcbis@midconetwork.com # tlarsen@nd.gov

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Bismarck: Human Relations Video Series

    The Bismarck Human Relations Committee in partnership with the Bismarck Public Library presents a Human Rights Video Series the 3rd Sunday of each month, 3:00 PM, at the Bismarck Public Library, Room C.
    The series is facilitated by a member of the Human Relations Committee and is family focused with material presented suitable for the entire family. For more information about the video series call the Bismarck Public Library at 250-7600. For more information about the Human Relations Committee please click on Human Relations Committee. Contact Information: contact Daphne Ghorbani. Affiliation: Bismarck Human Relations Committee.

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Nonprofits Assistance Fund Launches Blog
A newly launched blog by Kate Barr, Executive Director of the Nonprofits Assistance Fund, can be found here . The blog focuses particularly on nonprofit organizations, large and small, that must work to raise funds each year. In a weekly one-pager, Kate shares her thoughts and insights on nonprofit management. The subscription is free and you’ll find very practical, relevant information on what all NPO’s face every day to help make your organizations successful.

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The Local chapter of the national campaign for the creation of a cabinet level Department of Peace is looking for a few good men and women volunteers, across the state, to team up to lobby for this bill.  Please contact State Coordinator and District Team Leader Paddy McLaughlin to see how you might become involved with this powerful bill for peace.  Meetings in Fargo at the Center, every 1^st & 3^rd Tuesday of the month, 8 p.m. Call 701-232-0694 for details. www.thepeacealliance.org

Local Peace Circle takes place every Tuesday at 7:00 P.M. at The Center for Peace, 411 11th St. N., Fargo, ND. Please join us as we meditate on, prayer for and envision the conditions necessary for healing and peace on Earth.  Contact Paddy McLaughlin, 701-232-0694

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Kupchella hopes to settle nickname lawsuit out of court
By Joseph Marks, Herald Staff Writer - 05/09/2007
UND President Charles Kupchella told university faculty and administrators Wednesday the university is actively seeking an out-of-court settlement in their lawsuit against the NCAA over the school's continued use of the Fighting Sioux nickname and logo. http://www.grandforksherald.com/articles/index.cfm?id=37269&section=News

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UND LAWSUIT: NCAA asks judge to dismiss UND antitrust claim

By Joseph Marks, Herald Staff Writer - Published Tuesday, May 08, 2007

NCAA attorneys asked a Grand Forks judge on Tuesday to dismiss the antitrust portion of UND's lawsuit against the association over a policy banning the school from displaying its Fighting Sioux nickname and logo in postseason play or hosting playoff games. http://www.grandforksherald.com/articles/index.cfm?id=37156&section=News

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Nothing new emerges in UND Foundation-controlled litigation fund
By Joseph Marks, Herald Staff Writer - 05/08/2007
Nothing has changed in the status of the UND Foundation-controlled NCAA litigation fund since details of the fund were last reported, foundation executive vice president Tim O'Keefe said Monday. http://www.grandforksherald.com/articles/index.cfm?id=37077&section=News

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Please send related news items to mitchmarr@ndhrc.org

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Nine arrested in restaurant raids

Patrick Springer, The Forum, Published Friday, May 11, 2007

Immigration and workplace enforcement officials raided two Chinese restaurants Thursday morning, one in Fargo and one in West Fargo, arresting nine workers accused of being in the country illegally. http://www.in-forum.com/News/articles/165298

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Columnist confirms homophobia
By Cheryl Bergian, The Forum - 05/06/2007

Ross Nelson’s column on April 29 (“Gay story pandered to elitists”) reveals the homophobic attitudes that are circulating about gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender members of our community.

Nelson claims that homosexuality is aberrant behavior, refers to my GLBT friends, relatives and co-workers as “grotesquerie,” and promises a “next time.” http://www.in-forum.com/articles/index.cfm?id=164856&freebie_check&CFID=30006129&CFTOKEN=90481818&jsessionid=88304b19f45d511a5c32

[ed. note: Cheryl Bergian is the Executive Director of the North Dakota Human Rights Coalition]

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Safe sex, not homosexuality, worthy of serious discussion

By Katie Crowley, Published Wednesday, May 09, 2007

In her May 6 commentary, Carol Hoganson accuses me of being ignorant of the health issues involved with homosexual activity. I am, however, well aware of diseases such as HIV/AIDS. http://www.in-forum.com/Opinion/articles/165074

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Fargo man charged with assisting assault

Forum Staff Reports, The Forum, Published Friday, May 11, 2007

A 25-year-old Fargo man has been charged with assisting in a reported sexual assault Tuesday night.

http://www.in-forum.com/News/articles/165309

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Xcel to erect wind turbines

Patrick Springer, The Forum - Published Wednesday, May 09, 2007

Xcel Energy announced plans Tuesday to buy or build 200 megawatts of wind-power capacity in North Dakota by 2011 as part of the utility’s push to boost its renewable energy generation. http://www.in-forum.com/Business/articles/165092

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Fargo trades assumptions for facts
Columnist Lloyd Omdahl - Published Monday, May 07, 2007

It has been said that “assumption is the mother of all screwups.” That has been particularly true about society's response to a teen culture struggling on the ragged edge of drugs, alcoholism, sex predators, promiscuity and host of other threats.

http://www.grandforksherald.com/articles/index.cfm?id=36972&section=Opinion

[ed. note: Barry Nelson, quoted in the article, is also a board member of the North Dakota Human Rights Coalition]

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Price of gas likely to reach record levels

Amy Dalrymple, The Forum, Published Friday, May 11, 2007

Gas prices in Fargo-Moorhead are headed for record highs that will top post-Hurricane Katrina rates. http://www.in-forum.com/News/articles/165289

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Students' sticker Shock

Amy Dalrymple, The Forum, Published Thursday, May 10, 2007

University of North Dakota student Bobby Haskins says he’ll be forced to leave the region to repay his $59,000 in student loans.

http://www.in-forum.com/News/articles/165217

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Letter: Toxins, pollutants and contaminants

Published Wednesday, May 09, 2007, Judy Ronsberg Shulstad, Barnesville, Minn

The natural elements should be everyone’s right. Clean air and clean water should be something we Clay County residents should be able to count on. This right is in jeopardy.

http://www.in-forum.com/Opinion/articles/165075

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Investors conference coming to N.D.

Craig McEwen, The Forum, Published Thursday, May 10, 2007

Entrepreneurs, investors, venture capitalists, politicians and others will gather Tuesday in Fargo for the Midwest Association of Angel and Venure Capital conference.

http://www.in-forum.com/Business/articles/165209

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UND Foundation Receives Historic $20 Million Gift; Largest Ever To UND Foundation

A $20 million gift from the Engelstad Family Foundation is the largest ever to the UND Foundation and the second-largest ever to benefit the University of North Dakota, behind only the $104 million Ralph Engelstad Arena. http://www.und.edu/dept/our/engelstad_gift.html

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Engelstad Family Foundation gives $20 million to UND
By Joseph Marks, Herald Staff Writer - 05/07/2007
University of North Dakota officials announced today the Engelstad Family Foundation has donated $20 million to support academics at UND.

That's the second largest gift in the university's history, behind the $104 million for the Ralph Engelstad Arena, and it's the largest gift ever administered through the UND Foundation, according to Foundation director Tim O'Keefe.
 

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OUR OPINION : Another stunning gift from Engelstad

Published Tuesday, May 08, 2007

“Grand Forks is succeeding, not just surviving, because of the flood.” The words are Hal Gershman's; the City Council president was talking to Herald staff writer Ryan Bakken on a 10-years-after-the-flood story. http://www.grandforksherald.com/articles/index.cfm?id=37068&section=Opinion

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