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SUMMARY:AAPF Goes to Essence Festival
DESCRIPTION:June 30\, 2023\nFighting Against Book Bans\nA movement to erase Black history has been in full force with book bans\, bans on critical race theory\, and legislation seeking to eliminate diversity\, equity\, and inclusion all over the country. This panel will bring together some of the most prominent figures in the fight to retain our history and critical assessment of discrimination in this country. \n  \nJuly 1\, 2023\nAffirmative Action\, DEI\, and Reparations: Where Do We Take the Fight for Racial Justice Now?\nBlack history banned\, ‘wokeness’ criticized\, DEI renounced…What are the implications for Black people and other marginalized groups in the United States and what can you do about it? \n  \nJune 30 – July 2\, 2023\nAAPF and Freedom 2 Learn Booth\nErnest Morial Convention Center – New Orleans\, LA
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LOCATION:Ernest Morial Convention Center\, New Orleans\, LA
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SUMMARY:Books Unbanned: Defending the Freedom to Learn Tour - Netroots Nation
DESCRIPTION:Netroots Nation is a non-profit organization that provides trainings\, resources and connection opportunities to help progressive activists create a more progressive and just world. Since 2006\, Netroots Nation has hosted the largest annual conference for progressives\, drawing up to 4\,000 attendees from around the country and beyond. Our annual event brings together diverse voices from around the country and beyond. \nAnyone who desires a more progressive and just world is welcome. Our attendees are politicians\, online organizers\, grassroots activists\, and independent media makers. Some are professionals who work at advocacy organizations\, progressive companies or labor unions; while others do activism in their spare time.
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LOCATION:Baltimore Convention Center\, 1 W Pratt Street\, Baltimore\, 21201\, United States
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SUMMARY:Books Unbanned: Defending the Freedom to Learn Tour - DST Convention
DESCRIPTION:Indianapolis looks forward to welcoming Delta Sigma Theta to the Indianapolis. Take advantage of your time in Indy to explore downtown. From a morning run along the Central Canal to dinner at one of our best restaurants to a night exploring one of our vibrant neighborhoods\, Indy offers a safe and walkable downtown for exploration.
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LOCATION:Indiana Convention Center\, 100 South Capitol Ave\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46225\, United States
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SUMMARY:Books Unbanned: Defending the Freedom to Learn Tour - NUL Conference
DESCRIPTION:The National Urban League Annual Conference will be a hybrid event in 2022! After two years as an exclusively virtual happening\, the organization is returning to an in-person program. The 2022 conference will be the nation’s largest and most influential civil rights and urban advocacy event. Each year\, leaders in business\, government\, and social advocacy gather to explore the issues and initiatives that profoundly affect the communities served by the Urban League network of 90 affiliates nationwide. From policymakers and thought leaders to social media influencers and entrepreneurs\, the National Urban League conference is the place to network\, exchange ideas\, gain insights\, and strategize next steps toward justice.
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LOCATION:George R. Brown Convention Center\, 1001 Avenida De Las Americas\, Houston\, TX\, 77010\, United States
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