Lawrence University Warch Campus Center (Somerset Room), 711 E Boldt Way, Appleton
A Presentation by Mark Charles
Building A Nation Where
“We the People” Truly Means “All the People”
Mark Charles is a speaker, writer and consultant. The son of an American woman of Dutch heritage and a Navajo man, Charles seeks to understand the complexities of American History regarding race, culture and faith in order to help forge a path of healing and reconciliation for the nation.
Charles is noted for his activism in denouncing the Doctrine of Discovery and opposing the Dakota pipeline. In May of 2019 Charles announced that he is running for President of the United States as an independent in the 2020 election.*
In addition to this event, Mark will be preaching at First Congregational UCC of Appleton on October 20 at the 8:45 and 10:30 am services.
Co-sponsored by Lawrence University’s Office of Spiritual and Religious Life,
Lawrence University Native Association (LUNA), Lawrence Christian Fellowship (LCF), ESTHER and First Congregational UCC of Appleton
*This is a non-political visit and does not constitute an endorsement of his candidacy for the presidential election.
St. Bernard Catholic Church, 1617 Pine St, Appleton
Issue
Do we build more prisons and/or send people to out-of-state institutions at a high cost to taxpayers, or do we institute reform?
State Rep. Evan Goyke, District 18, Milwaukee, will make the case for criminal justice reform. This can be done in a smart way that will benefit our corrections system, save tax-payer dollars, reduce crime and increase public safety.
Presentation & Panel Discussion on:
Invest in Neighborhoods
Prevent Homelessness
Pay for Crime Reduction Without Raising Taxes
Reduce Prison Admissions
Increase Prison Releases
Increase Success on Supervision
Elisha D. Smith Menasha Public Library, 440 1st St, Menasha
Appleton-area Forum Defending Families
Restoring Driver Licenses for Wisconsin Immigrants
This event is part of the statewide tour, organized by Voces de la Frontera and supported by immigrant rights organizations and individuals around the state. ESTHER is a local co-sponsor.
Come to this event to learn more about this issue and how to get involved in the fight to restore driver licenses for immigrants in Wisconsin.
Appleton Public Library, 225 North Oneida Street, Appleton
What would you like to see happen in the Fox Cities that will improve the well-being of your children and grandchildren?
Come, join the conversation!
Imagine Fox Cities is an opportunity to be more intentional about the future of the Fox Cities—to make it a better place to live for all of us, starting with conversations throughout the Valley hosted by all sorts of organizations, agencies, businesses and groups, including ESTHER!
No charge to participate. We ask you to register in advance so we can provide the best experience for all who attend: esther-foxvalley.org/imaginefc. Don’t worry if you’ve already taken part in these conversations: New ideas come up when the mix in the group is different!
Fox Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, 2600 E Phillip Ln, Appleton
Drivers’ Licenses for All Teach-In
People without documents cannot get drivers’ licenses in Wisconsin. In 12 states and the District of Columbia, they can. Drivers licenses for all benefit all—ensuring safer roads, generating revenue for the state, and creating a thriving community.
The public is invited to join the Fox Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Shared Sanctuary Committee and ESTHER’s Immigration Task force to learn more and to find out what you can do to support this effort. Voices of Hope Reader’s Theatre will start the evening, followed by a teach-in on this issue.
Free and open to the public. Donations will be accepted for Unidos!
Copper Rock Coffee Co, 210 W College Ave, Appleton
The March program of the Appleton League of Women Voters will provide opportunities to explore the topic of stereotypes with fellow LWV members and guests. Karen Nelson, Diversity Coordinator for the City of Appleton, will share presentation duties with Irene Strohbeen, LWV VP for Programs. Members of Celebrate Diversity Fox Cities will also participate.
The presentations and discussion will explore the harmful impact of even positive stereotypes, and then examine definitions of commonly-used diversity terms before we discuss in smaller groups.
The goal is for each person attending to identify things we can do as individuals to overcome stereotypes and break down barriers to inclusion.
Copper Rock is providing the venue at no charge, so please buy food and beverages to enjoy throughout the meeting! Come early if you want to order food—the program will begin promptly at 5:30.
Fox Valley Technical College, Room A170 (Entrance 16), Appleton
This presentation by Sean Wilson, Smart Justice Statewide Organizer for the ACLU of Wisconsin, describes the ACLU of Wisconsin’s unprecedented multi-year effort to reduce Wisconsin’s jail and prison populations by 50 percent and to eliminate racial disparities in the criminal justice system.
“Wisconsin locks up more African-American males than any other state in the country, and our state government invests more money into prisons than it does the entire University of Wisconsin System.” -Sean Wilson
Copper Rock Coffee Co, 210 W College Ave, Appleton
Youth Advocacy Educational Forum
Please note new date, time, and location.
Jonathan Cloud, a 33-year human services veteran, will speak on research findings on brain development and effects of childhood trauma on youth behavior. This research has led to new strategies and changes to training on how juveniles should be treated in juvenile justice programs. Cloud is the author of Parenting the Guardian Class: Validating Spirited Youth, Ending Adolescence, and Renewing America’s Greatness, which argues for empowering youth rather than controlling them. This educational forum will provide background for the Youth Advocacy Consensus meeting, to be held on Wednesday February 6.
Appleton Public Library, Rooms A/B, 225 N. Oneida Street, Appleton
Youth Advocacy Educational Forum
The Appleton League has announced that, due to the winter storm, this event will not take place on Monday, January 28. It will be rescheduled for a later date. Stay tuned!
Jonathan Cloud, a 33-year human services veteran, will speak on research findings on brain development and effects of childhood trauma on youth behavior. This research has led to new strategies and changes to training on how juveniles should be treated in juvenile justice programs. Cloud is the author of Parenting the Guardian Class: Validating Spirited Youth, Ending Adolescence, and Renewing America’s Greatness, which argues for empowering youth rather than controlling them. This educational forum will provide background for the Youth Advocacy Consensus meeting, to be held on Wednesday February 6.
Fox Valley Technical College, Room A170 (Entrance 16), Appleton
This even has been cancelled due to extreme cold. Watch this space for a new date, tentatively February 21.
This presentation by Sean Wilson, Smart Justice Statewide Organizer for the ACLU of Wisconsin, describes the ACLU of Wisconsin’s multi-year effort to reduce Wisconsin’s jail and prison populations by 50 percent and to eliminate racial disparities in the criminal justice system.
“Wisconsin locks up more African-American males than any other state in the country, and our state government invests more money into prisons than it does the entire University of Wisconsin System.” -Sean Wilson
Mark Charles is a speaker, writer and consultant. The son of an American woman of Dutch heritage and a Navajo man, Charles seeks to understand the complexities of American History regarding race, culture and faith in order to help forge a path of healing and reconciliation for the nation.
What would you like to see happen in the Fox Cities that will improve the well-being of your children and grandchildren?
The March program of the Appleton League of Women Voters will provide opportunities to explore the topic of stereotypes with fellow LWV members and guests. Karen Nelson, Diversity Coordinator for the City of Appleton, will share presentation duties with Irene Strohbeen, LWV VP for Programs. Members of Celebrate Diversity Fox Cities will also participate.
This presentation by Sean Wilson, Smart Justice Statewide Organizer for the ACLU of Wisconsin, describes the ACLU of Wisconsin’s unprecedented multi-year effort to reduce Wisconsin’s jail and prison populations by 50 percent and to eliminate racial disparities in the criminal justice system.
Youth Advocacy Educational Forum
