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Tough Talks: A series of community conversations toward positive action
Hosted by the Community Tough Talk Collaborative
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Facilitated by Dr. Lyle Foster and Dr. Leslie Anderson of MSU and Catalyst Consulting The series launches during Missouri State University’s Public Affairs Conference.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1 | 6:30-8 P.M. ERacism: Action Toward Positive Change
Community
Rev Michael Williams installed as new pastor at Freedom Baptist Church
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Existing disparities are made more apparent during COVID-19 and the pandemic of systemic racism threatens our community’s ability to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion.
TUNE IN AND PARTICIPATE AT PROSPERSPRINGFIELD.ORG
OR THE PROSPER SPRINGFIELD AND CITY OF SGF FACEBOOK PAGES. Tough Talks will also be simulcast on the City’s cable channels Mediacom channel 15.1 and 80 and AT&T Uverse channel 9.
TO REGISTER, EMAIL COLLABORATIVES@CPOZARKS.ORG Those viewing the program on cable and Facebook may submit questions via text, email and online comment features.
Springfield is a great place to live, but we can’t reach our full potential unless we understand diverse points of view. “Tough Talks” is an important first step to build relationships, engage in dialog and take action to end racism and build a more inclusive community. For more information, contact Prosper Springfield at 417-888-2020 or email Collaboratives@cpozarks.org.
TOUGH TALKS IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY ... and partner organizations: City of Springfield, Community Foundation of the Ozarks, empower:abilities, Missouri Job Center, MSU Division for Diversity & Inclusion, Prosper Springfield, Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce, The Network, and United Way of the Ozarks
SAAB: A New Partnership In Education moves to Springfield
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Education
Personal profiles on the graduates from the 6th Annual BHSA Ariya
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Heath & Wellness
Navigate Breast CancerConsider Your Options
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Opinion & Editorial
Robert T. Gibson Who Convinced You?
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