From Facebook page: Moderator: Dr. Christine Sheikh, Professor at Metropolitan State University of Denver. Dr. Sheikh is a sociologist of religion, race/ethnicity, and gender whose primary research focus is on American Islam. She received her Ph.D. in Sociology at the University of Arizona. Her book, "The American Ummah: Identity and Adaptation Among Second-Generation Muslim Americans," is forthcoming from Rutgers University Press. Panelists: Nadeen Ibrahim migrated from the Palestinian Territory when she was seven months old, and moved to Colorado in 1997. Nadeen graduated from University of Colorado Denver with a Bachelor of Science in public health and minors in leadership…
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Past Events › Diversity and Inclusion
June 2017
Image and description from Facebook: An All Inclusive Sister March to the Washington D.C. Equality March other marches worldwide! Mobilizing LGBTQ+ communities, our loved ones and our allies – with particular focus on those who have been actively silenced and neglected – in the fight to affirm and protect our rights, our safety and our full humanity.
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Image and description from Facebook: June 2017 is Immigrant Heritage Month and with a City as diverse as Aurora, we have to celebrate. This event will contain speakers from the community, immigration advocates and elected officials to speak in honor of Immigrant Heritage Month. Additionally, we will have food, entertainment, and non-profits tabling for a reception following our speakers. Join us for an afternoon of fun, June 17th at the Rotunda (room S100) of the Community College of Aurora CentreTech Campus Student Center from 1pm to 4pm. Can't wait to see you there!!!
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Image and description from Facebook: Join us for a rally in celebration of refugees, the communities that welcome them, and help to advocate for refugee resettlement in Colorado. The celebration will include entertainment, inspiring speakers and a proclamation from Governor John Hickenlooper.
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Details and image from website: Features work by displaced and marginalized communities that promotes self-expression, social engagement, community building, integration and leadership. Check out the Picture Me Here website for detailed information!
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Race Forum Series
Description from website The city of Aurora Community Relations Division hosts a Race Forum Series with events that are complimentary, but RSVP is required. Upcoming Forums Race Forum IX - "Faith and Race" RSVP - Free Thursday, July 20, 2017 6 p.m. Aurora Municipal Center, City Council Chamber 15151 E. Alameda Parkway This forum will examine the question, "Why is 11 a.m. on Sundays the most segregated hour of the week?" The event, sponsored by the city of Aurora's Community Relations Division, is complimentary and open to the public, but an RSVP is required. Past Forums 2017 - A Business…
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We Made This
Description and image credit Join us for a snappy casual evening of celebration to support your local refugee community. This event will feature one-of-a-kind apparel designs by We Made This participants and local professional designers, as well as collaborative art pieces and We Made This home goods. In addition to enjoying music, a silent auction, an open bar, and heavy hors d’oeuvres, guests may participate in a live auction, learn about the design collaboration, and see the first showing of the new We Made This video. We hope to see you there! Check our event invite video for more information!!…
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FREE
IMMI Fest
Description and image from website: Come celebrate our immigrant communities at the NEW Colorado Immigrant Festival! IMMIFEST for short! 4th Saturdays • 10am-6pm • 1400 Dallas • Aurora, CO. Each month we will be focusing on one of our cultural communities in Aurora! Join us for music, food, vendors and art! The event is FREE! Sponsored by the Aurora Cultural Arts District. In collaboration with Best Music Entertainment! https://www.facebook.com/bestmusicentertainment The four dates are as follows: • July 22nd - African African Vendor Info: https://acad.regfox.com/immi-fest-vendor-sign-up • August 26th - South East Asian • September 23rd - Mexican • October 28th -…
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FREE
Aurora Pride 2017
Image and description from Facebook: In a region where diversity and inclusion reign supreme, Aurora will soon add another feather to it's cap this summer! The first ever Aurora Pride will be held August 5th, 2017! We hope to capture the vibrancy and diversity already present in Aurora with local food, artists and performers. Be prepared for live music and dance, fresh food, art and history on display. Bring friends, family, and any one you know, and please, come party with us!
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Global Fest
From the City of Aurora website: The city of Aurora, Colorado invites you to experience fantastic flavors, cultural experiences and artistic expression from around the world at Global Fest. Come thirsty! The World Beer Market will offer different beverages with brewing techniques and flavors from around the world. All beers are globally inspired...and locally made. Aurora R-Line is now open! Don’t want to drive or mess with event parking? Our RTD R-Line is now open! Get dropped off at the Aurora Metro Station as its just walking distance from our event site. Bags are subject to inspection at Global Fest. No…
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