Tag: DEI
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Lift Every Voice to sponsor panel
On October 20 at noon, the Lift Every Voice Seminar Series is sponsoring a public discussion panel entitled, “Defining the Black Reconstruction Archive.” According to the press release, “Defining the Black Reconstruction Archive” is the first of three panels that will explore the history and significance of Reconstruction. Panelists will highlight how African American archives…
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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee recruitment drive
Emory Libraries’ Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee is having a virtual recruitment drive on October 7 at 11:00 am. In this meeting, you can learn about membership in the committee and hear about ways you can make a difference in creating a more inclusive environment at Emory. Emory Libraries recognize diversity, equity, and inclusion…
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Announcing the DEI Fall Film Festival
The DEI Committee invites you to the DEI Fall Film Festival. Please join us for the first film, Change the Subject, which will take place on September 24 at 7:00 pm. The film will be accompanied by SLACK DEI- Channel chat. We will then have a film discussion via Zoom on September 25 at 11:00 am. You’re…
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Dear John Lewis and Dear CT Vivian
In the wake of the passing of a pair of civil rights icons, John Lewis and CT Vivian, the DEI Committee invites you to share your thoughts about these men and the impact they have had on you. As news of the passing of John Lewis spread, my social media feed became loaded with stories…
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SAVE THE DATE! Anti-Racist Forum for Emory Libraries
The DEI, LEAF, and LAC leadership will be hosting a second Anti-Racist Forum for Emory Libraries on July 29, 2020 at 11 am. A registration email will be forthcoming. In the meantime, please save the date! We want to ensure that this Forum serves you. Do you have a specific topic you would like to discuss…
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Emory Libraries holds anti-racism forum
The Emory Libraries for Anti-Racism Forum was held on Monday in response to a nation-wide call for change following incidents of police brutality in recent weeks. Organized by the Emory Libraries Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee, LEAF, and the Librarians Assembly Council, 145 people attended the forum via Zoom and took part in large…
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Emory to hold online solidarity vigil today for victims of racial violence
The Emory Libraries staff and administrators share the pain and frustration felt by the University and Atlanta communities over the ongoing racial injustice. Emory University will hold an online solidarity vigil today (Friday, June 5) at 4 p.m. to mourn the victims of racial violence and focus on the university’s vision for an anti-racist world.…