Diversity Events

Diversity competence includes understanding cultural values and customs other than one's own.  Participating in celebrations and other cultural events is one of the best ways to broaden one's perspectives.  This is why travel is regarded as so enriching.  To assist the community in this area of development, the Partners for Workplace Diversity provide this list of events.  We stress events that are hosted by specific cultural groups seeking to include the larger community as well as events that are educational in focus.  These events are excellent educational opportunities for getting to know this region's cultures in a context that permits interaction with local communities.  Knowing its local communities is important to delivering quality service to an area. We hope that businesses encourage cultural development by bringing events like these to the attention of their employees and customers through their normal communication channels.  We also invite you to join the Partners in supporting undertakings such as those identified here.

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OCTOBER 2009

Date Time Venue Event Description
10/2 5:30 p.m. Antone’s Banquet Center

OCCHA’S 37TH Annual Fundraiser Gala

OCCHA, a social service agency serving the Hispanic community, is celebrating 37 years of service to the community with a fundraiser dinner at Antone’s ( 8578 Market St. , Boardman). There will be an auction and Chinese auction.  Donation for tickets: $45 per person.  For further information, contact OCCHA at 330-781-1808.

 
10/10 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. Five Points Wine & Bar

GREAT LATIN WINE TASTING

Travel through the Latin world, savor and learn about its enticing wines.  Uncork your taste buds to wines from Argentina , Chile , and Spain offering alluring aromas, beguiling colors and delicious flavors.  Also, delight to perfectly paired hors d’oeuvres such as empanadas, chimichurri chicken, Latin chesses, and more.  The unique experience is at Five Points Wine & Bar ( 9065 Springfield Road, Poland ) for just $18 per person (21 and older please).  For reservations and information call 330-549-2932.

 
10/10 12:00-2:00 p.m. Mahoning Valley Pride Center  "Lunch With A Decision Maker"

Hosted by Stonewall Democrats with special guest speaker US Senator Sherrod Brown. There will be a free lunch provided and a small speech, then question and answer session with the Senator.  The event will start at 12 noon and last about 2 hours.

10/10-10/17 National Coming Out Week "Celebrating Our Diversity"

A week of events celebrating National Coming Out  Day 

10/12 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. YSU Maag Library, 5th Floor

What Does it Mean to be Hispanic?

On this commemorative day -Columbus Day or Dia de la Raza, panelists will engage in a discussion regarding the inclusion and exclusion in Latino and Latin American communities.  Dr. Mehera Gerardo will serve as the moderator.

 

 

SEPTEMBER 2009

Date Time Venue Event Description
9/5 2:00 – 8:00 p.m. Boardman Park , Chester V. Long Pavilion

Taino Indigenous Full Moon Ceremony & Festival

Celebrate the sacred cycles of Mother Earth within the blessing light of the Full Moon at the Boardman Park , Chester V. Long Pavilion ( 375 Boardman Poland Rd. , Boardman). The Caney Indigenous Spiritual Circle in cooperation with the Ohio representative of the United Confederation of Taino People, sponsors a day for celebration of nature and Indigenous culture of the Caribbean for the whole family in the Youngstown area. Bring food for preparing on site and sharing.  There will be a demonstration of ancient Taino traditions and cultural displays.  For additional information, call 412-969-4009. 

 
9/11 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. Byzantine Center at the Grove

L.U.N.A. Scholarship Fundraiser

The Latinas United Networking Association, Inc. (L.U.N.A.) is hosting their 6th Anniversary Scholarship Fundraiser at the Byzantine Center ( 3801 Shady Run Road ). Tickets are $40 per person.  For further information, call the L.U.N.A. Office at 330-259-0323.

 
9/16 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. OCCHA

The Facts about Diabetes in the Hispanic Community

Humility of Mary Health Partners (HMHP) is offering a bilingual awareness presentation (English and Spanish) about diabetes in Hispanics at O.C.C.H.A. ( 3660 Shirley Road ).  Kay Leonhart (English) and Carol Vitelli (Spanish) will be discussing information about the causes, symptoms and types of diabetes, blood sugar readings, and the use of a healthy meal plan.  There will be an open forum for questions and information available about HMHP’s Immigrant Health and Diabetes programs.  Free admission.  For further information, contact Carol Vitelli (Coordinator Immigrant Health Program HMHP) at 330-480-3428.

 

9/19 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Newport Branch Library

Hispanic Heritage Student Art Exhibition Celebration

Come join in the celebration as we kickoff the 2009 Hispanic Heritage Student Art Exhibit at the Newport Branch Library ( 3730 Market Street , Youngstown ).  The event will feature all 54 art entries and will showcase the top three winners of this year’s inaugural Art Contest.  There will also be singing and dancing presentations. Light refreshments will be served.  For more information, contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity at 330-941-3370.

 

 
9/19 9:00 p.m. OCCHA

Annual Independence Day Celebration Dance

The Sociedad Mutualista Mexicana is hosting its Annual Independence Day Celebration Dance at OCCHA ( 3660 Shirley Road ).  The cost is $15 per person.  For more information, call Gloria De Los Santos at 330-799-4038.

 
9/19-9/24 Newport Branch Library

Hispanic Heritage Student Art Exhibition

Visit the 2009 Hispanic Heritage Student Art Exhibition featuring all 54 art entries (middle and high school) and showcasing the top three winners of this year’s inaugural Art Contest.  The exhibit will be at the Newport Branch Library ( 3730 Market Street , Youngstown ) from September 19 to September 24.   For more information, contact YSU’s Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity at 330-941-3370 or Deborah Liptak, Youngstown Library Development Director, at 330-744-8638, ext. 118. 

 

9/22 4:30 p.m. McDonough Museum of Art

Temples of Doom and the End of the World: The Use, Abuse and Commercialization of Ancient Maya Culture in Popular Media

Maya art and culture has proven a rich source for Hollywood films and television documentaries. Dr. Patricia Sarro will explore some representations and misrepresentations of the Maya in contemporary media, from adventure films (National Treasure 2) to quasi-historic epics (Apocalypto), to television documentaries. What is our fascination with the Maya? What relationship is there between our image of them and the reality of their lives and beliefs? The presentation will be at the McDonough Museum of Art Auditorium ( 525 Wick Avenue , Youngstown ).  Free Admission.  Questions? Contact Ana Bobby at 330-941-1717. 

 

9/24 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. OCCHA

ECHHO College Fair

The 2009 Annual Educators and Community Helping Hispanics Onward, Inc. (ECHHO) College Fair will be held at OCCHA ( 3660 Shirley Road , Youngstown ).  This is a college access program geared to target Hispanic/Latino high school students from the ninth through twelfth grade levels. For further information, contact Maggie McClendon, ECHHO president, at 330-941-3243. Co-sponsored by YSU’s Department of Undergraduate Admissions, OCCHA, and ECHHO.

 
9/25 12:00 p.m. Main Branch Public Library

Diversity a Catalyst for Change

Andres Gonzalez, Director for the Office of Diversity at the Cleveland Clinic and the keynote speaker for the Hispanic Heritage Celebration, will facilitate the first Diversity Conversation Salon on how diversity can provide a catalyst for change in the Greater Mahoning Valley. The discussion will take place at the Main Branch of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County ( 305 Wick Avenue , Youngstown ). For more information, contact YSU’s Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity at 330-941-3370 or Deborah Liptak, Youngstown Library Development Director, at 330-744-8638, ext. 118.

 

9/25 5:30 p.m. YSU Kilcawley Center , Chestnut Room

Hispanic Heritage Celebration

Join us for the “Sharing in the Hispanic Traditions” Celebration! It will showcase a flag ceremony featuring flags from 22 Hispanic countries, folkloric dance performances, musical entertainment, a student recognition ceremony, art exhibits, informational booths, and light refreshments.  The keynote speaker will be Andres Gonzalez, Director of Diversity and Community Outreach at the Cleveland Clinic. Mirta Reyes-Chapman will serve as the Mistress of Ceremonies.  The event is free and open to the public! For information regarding the event, please contact YSU’s Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity at 330-941-3370. Coordinated by the Hispanic Heritage Planning Committee and YSU’s Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity.

 
9/27 2:00 p.m. Butler Institute of American Art, Auditorium

Three Spanish Masters:  Picasso, Velázquez, and Dalí

Learn about the artistic work and styles of the three Spanish Masters –Picasso, Velázquez and Dalí.  Dr. Louis Zona, Director of the Butler Institute of American Art, will present the relevance of their creations and their impressive legacy in the artistic world. Location: Butler Institute of American Art, Auditorium ( 524 Wick Avenue , Youngstown ).  Free admission.  Questions? Call 330-743-1107, ext. 123.  Sponsored by the Butler Institute of American Art.

 
9/30 5:00 p.m. YSU Kilcawley Center , Room:  Bresnahan I

“Through Immigrant Eyes”

Join us as Mr. Alberto Rivera is interviewed about his immigrant journey from Puerto Rico to Youngstown in 1951, and shares a historic portrait of the life of Hispanics in the valley and their work in the steel mills.  Travel back in time and learn how it was for Hispanic immigrants to leave their native land, build a new life in a different world, assimilate a new culture, maintain their heritage, and more.  Location: YSU Kilcawley Center , Room:  Bresnahan I. For additional information, contact Ana Bobby at 330-941-1717.  Moderator/Coordinators: Dr. Sherry Linkon, Olga Rivera and Ana Bobby.

 

 

 

JULY 2009

7/15-7/26 Butler North of the Butler Institute of American Art YWCA Women's Artists: A Celebration Annual Art Exhibition: Dr. George McCloud, YSU Vice President for University Advancement facilitator; Newport Branch Library: (330.746.6361)

MAY 2009

5/15 Youngstown Country Club Women's Leadership Conference: Presentation focusing on gender differences in the workplace: (330.746.6361)
5/19 5:30PM DeBartolo Stadium Club, Youngstown State University National Small Business Week Dinner for Women Entrepreneurs: Presentation focusing on the essentials for getting small businesses started, business evaluation and "next steps" for mature ventures; $10 (330.941.3064)
5/19 4:00PM Jewish Community Center of Youngstown Planning for all 2009 events for 11th Annual Diversity Works

APRIL 2009

4/25 Wilberforce University and Central State University Flight to Freedom Bus Excursion: Discover Ohio's contributions to the Underground Railroad, visit the National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center: (330.941.3370)
4/29 Chestnut Room, Youngstown State University Human Resource Conference: Presentation focusing on gender differences in the workplace: (330.941.3071)

FEBRUARY 2009

2/24 5:30PM DeBarotolo Stadium Club, Youngstown State University National Entrepreneurship Week Dinner for Women Entrepreneurs: Presentation focusing on marketing success stories; $10 (330.941.3064)

                                                      

DIVERSITY WORKS PROGRAM - RADIO

Anne McMahon, Management Professor at YSU
 Anne McMahon and Sherry Linkon, host of Lincoln Avenue radio show on WYSU, discuss YSU's Diversity Works program at http://wysu.org/lincolnAvenue.cfm

                                          




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