RACE: Are We So Different? | Town Hall Meetings
A series of Town Hall Meetings has been scheduled to further discuss the contemporary experience of race and racism in the United States and our local community.
Town Hall Meeting: What Is RACE?
Sat, Oct 4, 2008; 1 pm reception, 2 pm conversation
The initial event will be an organized panel discussion with a number of the researchers, anthropologists and creators of The RACE Exhibit—featuring Dr. Yolanda T. Moses with Mark Lewine. This will be an opportunity to explore the research that went into the development of the exhibit; the dynamics behind the creation of the exhibit and the community response to the exhibit as it has traveled around the country. The audience will learn why the research was conducted, how the various collaborations came about and what the desired outcomes were when the exhibit was initiated. Individuals on the panel will entertain questions from the audience. This event is free and open to the public.
Town Hall Meeting: Inclusion, Equity, Privilege: Is Corporate America Making Progress in the 21st Century?
Tue, Oct 7, 2008; 6 pm reception, 7 pm conversation
The mission of the YWCA Greater Cleveland is twofold: eliminating racism and empowering women. Through the generous support of Forest City Enterprises, Inc. the YWCA is proud to host Dr. Eddie Moore Jr., a nationally recognized expert on inclusion and privilege, In this meeting, Dr. Moore will examine issues related to inclusion, racial equity, privilege and leadership in the American workplace. Dr. Moore will highlight the importance of fostering inclusive cultures in the workplace, as well as provide concrete strategies for accomplishing that goal. "Only when business leaders recognize the sound economic reasons behind fostering an inclusive corporate culture will they fully realize the potential an inclusive culture holds. They need to know that racial equity is not just something to be done to be "politically correct," but a means by which to secure its economic future." This town hall meeting will explore strategies to enable progress toward equity and inclusion. The evening will include Dr. Moore’s keynote address, followed by small-group discussions and the opportunity to network with your peers on this important topic. Sponsored by YWCA, Forest City Enterprises and The Maltz Museum. This event is free and open to the public.
Town Hall Meeting: Race, Health and Biology
Thu, Oct 23, 2008; 6 pm reception, 7 pm conversation
A panel of experts from the Cleveland Clinic Lerner Research Institute, including Cheryl Scacheri, MS, CGC, Research Biologist Lateef Saffore, Research Program Coordinator Dawn Caraballo, and David Serre, Ph.D., as well as Linda Spurlock, Ph.D., Director of Human Health at The Cleveland Museum of Natural History and Charles Modlin, M.D., founder and director of the Cleveland Clinic Minority Men's Health Center, will explore the origins of race as they relate to human variation and science. A discussion on the role of science in shaping the concept of race will be pursued. Race, genetic research, forensics and biology will be explored. Experts from local hospitals, universities and the Museum staff will compliment national experts to present this panel discussion. This event is free and open to the public.
Town Hall Meeting: Race, Politics, Biology, Anthropology and Sociology
Tue, Oct 28, 2008; 6 pm reception, 7 pm conversation – Sold Out
A discussion on Race and Politics as it relates to the elections. Further discussion of RACE and its impact on Biology, Anthropology and Sociology as it relates to the major themes of the exhibit. The panel will feature faculty members from all three campuses of Tri-C, including Dr. Margaret Ismalia-Mitchell, Rachel Stehle and Dr. Jason Tasch. The Town Hall will be moderated by Kathryn M. Hall, MA, CDP, Resource Specialist for "RACE: Are We So Different?". Co-sponsored by Cuyahoga Community College. This event is free and open to the public.
Town Hall Meeting: Let’s Talk About Race
Wed, Nov 5, 2008; 6 pm reception, 7 pm conversation
This meeting will be moderated by Dr. Njeri Nuru-Holm, Vice President for Institutional Diversity at Cleveland State University and features Cleveland State University faculty Dr. Barbara Hoffman, Dr. George Ray, and Dr. Michael Williams and Kent State University faculty member Dr. Joanne Dowdy discussing the history of race in America, the origins of racism, the changing face of America and our difficulty in discussing the topic. The panel will explore the lived experience and difficult conversations on race with the audience and share suggested techniques for engaging in thoughtful and respectful dialogue on the topic. Free and open to the public. Co-sponsored by Cleveland State University, Division of Institutional Diversity.
Town Hall Meeting: Race and the Law
Tue, Nov 11, 2008; 6 pm reception, 7 pm conversation
This session will examine the history of the laws that govern equal opportunity and equity for all citizens. Experts, including Lynnette L. Rodgers, Richard T. Herman, and Margaret W. Wong, will examine the origins of the laws and their current status as they have evolved to meet the needs of a diverse and ever-changing society. The panel of legal professionals will talk about the laws that currently exist and their impact the legal system from a racial context. The topic of immigration and the effect of laws on the immigrant population post-911 will also be discussed. The following organizations will provide legal resources for the community during the reception prior to the meeting: Ohio Civil Rights Commission, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, ACLU, Legal Aid Society, and The Housing Advocates, Inc. Sponsored by The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland. This event is free and open to the public.
Town Hall Meeting: RACE, Where Do We Go From Here
Wed, Jan 14, 2009; 6 pm conversation, reception to follow 
As America embarks on a new era of Presidential leadership it will also have to grapple with rising unemployment, economic challenges, a shift in the way we view the environment, and changing world demographics. This meeting will feature a panel, moderated by Randell McShepard, Policy Bridge, that is representative of the Urban Professionals in Northeast Ohio. From the panel, including Donna Dabbs, Tanisha L. Hughes and many others, we will hear firsthand the recommendations that these experts have for addressing global issues and challenges. A community reception will follow. This event is free and open to the public.
For More Information
Please contact Kathryn M. Hall, CDP, Resource Specialist, khall@cmnh.org