Posts Tagged ‘Diversity Equity & Inclusion’
Community Action Marin Proposes Its Community Action Plan May 9, Hosts Step Up Marin! Event on May 19
A bright spot of our time together will be honoring the 2023 Community Courage Award recipient. Nominated by staff and volunteers who have partnered with an individual who has put their values into action for greater success using the agency’s services and team of Success Coaches, this year’s awardee will inspire. “Be a part of the change to eliminate the causes and consequences of poverty for all who call Marin home,” Alexandre says.
Read MoreLet’s Do This: Tam High School’s Diversity Day Is Set for Sunday, April 23, 1-4pm at Tam Football Field
They went much further, creating an annual Diversity Day at Tam High that seeks to “celebrate our diverse Tam community! It’s a day to start conversations with new people, learn about student clubs, enjoy performances by student bands, and participate in community art projects. Ethnic food and goods from local BIPOC businesses will be available to purchase, so join us for a fun-filled day and let’s get to know each other!”
Read MoreDocLands Documentary Film Festival Returns May 10-14, Honors Director Dawn Porter on May 11
Known for her timely commentary on numerous subjects with social and political relevance, Porter joins DocLands for a conversation, where she will delve into her craft as a documentarian, focusing on the original and insightful perspective she brings to each of her films.
Read MoreA Bonanza of Delight, Artistry & Imagination: Here’s a Rundown of the Delicious Food, Manzanita Market Products & Amazing Activities at the 2023 Mill Valley Music Fest
A lineup of 10 dynamite bands that will keep you dancing long before and long after the Mill Valley Music Fest on May 13-14? Check 1. Eleven phenomenal food vendors keeping your belly full while you dance the days away? Check 2. An incredible array of makers, creators, retailers, nonprofit organizations and much more? Yes yes. We’re unveiling the roster of amazingly creative food vendors and Manzanita Market participants, a must-have on any festival-goers’ menu.
Read MorePerforming Stars, Marin Housing Authority, Clean MV & Many More Team for Earth Day Cleanup in Marin City – April 22, 9am-3pm
A wide range of organizations are coming together once again to spearhead a Community Wide Clean Up in Marin City on Friday, April 22, 9am-3pm. Clean Mill Valley is joining Marin’s Performing Stars, the Marin Housing Authority (MHA), Golden Gate Village, the Marin County Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program (MCSTOPPP), the Conservation Corps North Bay, along with a number of other local and county agencies and community partners.
Read MoreBridge the Gap Hosts ‘Vines & Vision 2023 Gala’ at Osher Marin JCC in San Rafael – March 9
Bridge the Gap is hosting its Vines & Vision 2023 Gala to celebrate and support the work of Bridge the Gap and to thank supporters for all they have done to support the program’s students and further the cause of educational equity.
Read MoreJoin MV Chamber, City & MV Schools in 4th United Against Hate Week – Nov. 13-19
Convened by Not In Our Town, a national anti-hate organization, Bay Area cities committed to an annual week of action and awareness. United Against Hate Week has spread to dozens of cities across the U.S., and includes the Mill Valley Chamber, City of Mill Valley and Mill Valley schools.
Read MoreMarin IJ: County Recorder Cites Progress on Reversing Racially Restrictive Housing Covenants
Marin County Assessor-Recorder-County Clerk Shelly Scott said her staff has identified and modified illegal restrictive covenants affecting 55 historic subdivisions that contain more than 800 parcels,” and the county is looking to “identify, catalog and redact the unlawful, discriminatory covenants in their property records.”
Read MorePlay Marin Builds on Annual Walk-a-Thon, Seeks to Raise Awareness and Deepen Ties Between Marin City and Mill Valley – Oct. 22
Play Marin 2nd annual Walk-A-Thon, an approximately 5.5-mile, round trip walk from Rocky Graham Park in Marin City to the Mill Valley Middle School and back, seeks to support diversity, inclusion, and community empowerment in Marin; raise awareness; bring together our Marin County community; have fun and raise funds for the organization’s programs in the process.
Read MoreSurfin’ on the Plaza: Mill Valley Public Library Dials Up Free Wi-Fi on the Depot Plaza
Don’t get us started on the wonders of the Mill Valley Public Library. From its efforts toward social equity by eliminating fines and its unceasingly diverse programming to its brilliant literary events and renowned Mapping Mill Valley History project from the Lucretia Little History Room, there’s just so much to love about our relentlessly creative library. Now they’re…
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