The conference was scheduled before the killings in Georgia, but that tragedy underscores the need for the discussion.
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Antiracism scholar Ibram X. Kendi presents UR’s MLK Jr. keynote
The “How to Be an Antiracist” author, who focuses on policies that impact marginalized people, will give a virtual talk on Wednesday.
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Vaccine acceptance challenged by long history of injustice, conspiracy theories
Dr. Nancy Bennett and Wade Norwood of the Finger Lakes COVID-19 Vaccine Taskforce are navigating both healthy skepticism and toxic misinformation.
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day commemorations to stream and attend
These events keep the spirit of Martin Luther King Jr. an active force through inspiring keynotes, a new mural, and a Day of Compassion.
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Across Monroe County, students will soon have anti-racist lessons
This spring, all Monroe County school districts will provide an anti-racism course initiated by East High School Superintendent Shaun Nelms.
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Calendar preview: A Season for Change
A big week of events — from Black Kids Matter to The Suffragist City Parade — marks a big time for change here in Rochester.
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EXHIBITION-LECTURE | ‘Commemorating the Ratification of the 19th Amendment’
Eastman Museum will present a lecture to accompany its current History of Photography installation that commemorates the 19th Amendment.
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Hate Crimes Task Force to investigate hateful graffiti in Perinton
Governor Andrew Cuomo issued a statement saying that he is disgusted by the swastikas and other racist graffiti found in the town of Perinton early Thursday.
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Rochester jazz musician: Racist Zoombombing was ‘haunting, violating’
A Zoom performance by Rochester jazz musician Judah Sealy was derailed after being hijacked by a barrage of racist slurs and imagery.
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BlackOut Summer Series focuses on the fight for full freedom
Kicking off on Juneteenth, a trilogy of community conversations presented by At The Crossroads tackles enduring, systemic racism.
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Warren, Bello launch Commission on Racial and Structural Equity
The commission will also examine policing policies, including use of force, as required under an order issued by Governor Andrew Cuomo.
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‘Beer Nerds Against Racism’ to rally near Fairport Brewing Company
Beer enthusiasts to use Fairport Brewing, the site of recent controversy, to draw attention to a lack of diversity in the craft beer industry.
