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Bridging the Gap: A Dialogue on Social Equity

When:
Saturday, November 5, 2022, 9:00 AM until 10:30 AM
Where:
Tomahawk Ridge Community Center - Summit Room
https://www.opkansas.org/recreation-fun/community-centers/tomahawk-ridge-community-center/
11902 Lowell Avenue
Overland Park, KS  66213
Additional Info:
Category:
LWV Public Events
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Join the conversation with local LGTBQ+ leaders and activists as we discuss ways to be a better ally and break through societal norms.

Panelists:

Inoru Morris is the founder of the Midwest Rainbow Research Institute, a nonprofit working in the Midwest to make public institutions more inclusive to LGBTQIA populations. He is also a PhD student at KU's School of Public Affairs and Administration researching the policies, practices, and programs law enforcement utilize in cases of rape, sexual assault, and violent hate crimes. He currently sits on the Johnson County Public Health Leadership Council and is a Trauma Support Specialist for First Responders with Mid-America Regional Council.

Taryn Jones is a licensed social worker at Jewish Family Services as a volunteer manager. She is a community activist and serves on the Board of Directors for Equality KS and Midwest Rainbow Institute. Taryn was the first openly LGBTQ candidate to run for Overland Park City Council. 

Heather Rubesch is a long-time manager in computer software solutions. She is a community activist having served as an advisor for Q-Space. Heather has served on the Board of Johnson County Parks and Recreation Commission and currently serves as chair. She led the movement to include gender identity and gender expression in policies on non-discrimination and DEI. She is the mother of an out transgender adult. 

Moderator:

Amanda Glass (JCCC).

 

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