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The Results Are In!

Annual evaluation of Prejudice Reduction Workshops demonstrates continued high quality.

 

Every summer we conduct a comprehensive review of the Prejudice Reduction Workshops (PRW) from the previous school year. Data is drawn chiefly from two sources: teacher evaluations completed after each session, and student surveys completed by a sample of students at four grade levels. Read more

 

 

Tired of Politics? Try the Road Less Traveled...

Election years always seem to highlight the divisions in our country, as politicians slice us up into special interest groups (who will get the Norwegian bachelor farmer vote?) and distance themselves from the opposition (Senator X is bad for the Powdermilk Biscuit business!)  Do you ever wish you could do something to unite us?

 

The Diversity Council is looking for people of all ages, sizes, races, religions, and occupations to join our team of facilitators. As a Diversity Council facilitator, you will help K-12 students learn to walk in other people’s shoes and treat them with respect—regardless of their differences.

 

The hours are flexible, the pay is good, the training can be life-changing, and the work is rewarding.   Read more (Note: Training dates have changed!)

 

 

 

Volunteer opportunities: Get your feet wet with a one-day commitment

Are you interested in getting involved with the Diversity Council, but just aren’t sure yet? Would you like to give back without getting tied down? Would you like to dip your toes in the water before diving in the deep end? We have several opportunities for you to give us a trial run with a commitment of only a few hours. If you're interested, please contact Denise at deniser@diversitycouncil.org.

 

Staff a booth at a community event. We’re looking for volunteers to lead story time for children, distribute literature to parents, and talk to anyone interested about the Diversity Council’s work. Don’t worry about what to say—we’ll provide orientation and plenty of resource materials. Upcoming events include the P.A.C.E. Back-to-School Rally on Tuesday, August 26, 4 – 7 p.m., and the Rochester Education Summit on Saturday, September 6, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. (sign up for two hour shifts). Find more details on our events page.

 

Great Country Pumpkin Party. The Diversity Council hosts a room at this annual Halloween party for children with disabilities and their families. If you like to decorate, wear a costume, and pass out treats, this is the job for you!  Thursday, October 30, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. Country Inn & Suites

 

 

 

Spotlight On... Lindsay-Rae McIntyre

Lindsay-Rae McIntyreLindsay-Rae McIntyre joined the Diversity Council Board of Directors in October of 2007, shortly after arriving in Rochester to take a position as IBM's Human Resource Manager. Full story

 

 

 

Diversity Council Featured on NBC Today Show!

 

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Would you like to give someone else’s money to help create a welcoming and inclusive community? Do you ever use a search engine to find information online?  Now you can make a contribution to the Diversity Council every time you search the InternetRead more

 

 

 

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