Last Updated on June 25, 2024 by BVN

BVN Staff

Hello Black Voice News Supporters, 

We are excited to invite you to an enlightening event titled, “The Cultural, Ethnic, and Racial Threads of an Evolving Community,” presented by Black Voice News and featuring two impactful panel discussions. 

This event, hosted at the Bank of America Diversity Center in partnership with the Civil Rights Institute of Inland Southern California, promises to be a thought-provoking exploration of our region’s diverse and dynamic communities. 

Black Voice News contributor Mariah Brown will facilitate the conversations. 

Event Details:

Title: The Cultural, Ethnic, and Racial Threads of an Evolving Community
Date: June 29, 2024
Location: Bank of America Diversity Center
3933 Mission Inn Avenue, Suite 103
Riverside, CA 92501

Panel 1: Multiracial Population Growth and Community Advocacy

Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
This panel will explore:

  • The rise of multiracial populations in Southern California.
  • The historical context of multiracial communities advocating for self-determination.
  • The current challenges and opportunities faced by these communities.

Panelists:

Jen Tilton is the Associate Professor, Race and Ethnic Studies, and Co-Director of Liberal Studies Race & Ethnic Studies at University of Redlands. She is an interdisciplinary scholar whose work combines urban anthropology, geography, history, and public policy to understand childhood, space, and the criminal justice system. Her book, “Dangerous or Endangered: Race and the Politics of Youth in Urban America” (2010), explores activists’ struggles in Oakland, California, addressing why the U.S. tolerates inequalities in children’s lives and what politics could create equal opportunities. 

Anthony Jerry is an Assistant Professor in the Anthropology Department at University of California Riverside. His research focuses on the relationships between race and citizenship and the impact of regional discourses on citizenship practices. He has worked in the Costa Chica region of Mexico for over 10 years, exploring migration, immigration, racism, and citizenship issues affecting first-generation youth and youth of color in the U.S./Mexico border region.

Delia Douglas is President of the Multiracial Americans of Southern California, an organization dedicated to supporting and advocating for the multiracial community, promoting awareness, and addressing the unique challenges faced by multiracial individuals in the region. Passionate about diversity, Delia co-founded Multiculti Corner, a culturally diverse community for multiracial individuals and families that focuses on social, educational, and celebratory news and events.

Panel 2: Combating Hate and Building Community

Time: 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
This panel will focus on:

  • Strategies to combat hate crimes and foster community building.
  • Success stories and initiatives that promote unity and resilience.
  • How communities can work together for a more inclusive future.

Panelists:

Daisun Cohn-Williams is a success coach, educator, and the founder of Day 1 Coaching & Consulting. They have been working with youth since their time as a teen camp counselor assistant in the 90s. Subsequently, they have held roles as a leadership mentor, athletic coach, high school and middle school teacher, tutor, and, later, a Teen and Family Life Coach and Adult Success Coach.

Maria Dominique Lopez is a Reiki practitioner and founder of Ascending Arts. She created #SingTheLight, combining her music with Reiki to offer audiences transcendental music and quantum healing. A mezzo-soprano, Maria began her professional singing career at age six and holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Vocal Performance. She has performed globally, including a notable role in Disney/Pixar’s award-winning film “Coco.”

Why Attend?

  • Engage with community leaders, experts, and activists.
  • Gain valuable insights into the multiracial experience in Southern California.
  • Participate in discussions on promoting unity and combating hate in our diverse society.

RSVP Information:

Please confirm your attendance by Wednesday, June 26, 2024, by clicking on here. Early registration is encouraged as spaces are limited.

We look forward to your participation in this important conversation. Together, we can work towards a more inclusive and harmonious community.

This resource is supported in whole or in part by funding provided by the State of California, administered by the California State Library in partnership with the California Department of Social Services and the California Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander American Affairs as part of the Stop the Hate program. To report a hate incident or hate crime and get support, go to CA vs Hate.