| Nominate Someone: 2023 Disability Awards | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/equal-opportunity/2775 | Equal Opportunity | | 6/7/2023 10:00:00 PM | https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2775/Newsroom_EOD_032.jpg | | Nominate Someone: 2023 Disability Awards | <div class="ExternalClass15DB1C4A15044A19ACD2D66FB0A91738"><html>
<p>Recognizing ability, advocacy, accessibility, and achievements since 1993, the Mayor's Commission on Disability Issues and the City are proud sponsors of the Disability Awards and Recognition Event (D.A.R.E.).</p>
<p>The event honors individuals, organizations and businesses for their dedication and service to people with disabilities.</p>
<p>Award categories include Architectural, Business, Non-profit, Community Service, Outstanding Educator, and the Det. Olsen Lifetime Achievement Award.</p>
<p>Nominations need to be submitted <a target="_blank" href="https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=XGm5lg5PvUKK37p1V2A0a8dCr72llv1Cj74wxYXqWblUQlY3QUU0VkpFT1NMV001NzVIOVdMSjRYTC4u">online</a> by July 31. For more information, call 602-534-1279.</p>
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| CANCELLED - Unlearning Antisemitism Webinar | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/equal-opportunity/2763 | Equal Opportunity | | 5/31/2023 9:00:00 PM | https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2763/Newsroom_EOD_031.jpg | | CANCELLED - Unlearning Antisemitism Webinar | <div class="ExternalClass8B8A6158A30B46F893015C4B9B6C252E"><html>
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<strong>Unlearning Antisemitism Webinar
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Antisemitism is defined as the marginalization and/or oppression of people who are Jewish based on the belief in stereotypes, myths, and disinformation about Jewish people, Judaism, Zionism, and Israel.
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In recent history, American Jews have faced educational quotas, discrimination in the professional sphere, restriction from residential and recreational communities, and acts of violence.
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<strong>Webinar participants will:</strong>
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Examine Antisemitism and the development of anti-Jewish myths and stereotypes.
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Explore Antisemitism as a system of oppression.
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Analyze contemporary antisemitism and its impacts on society.
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Examine different strategies to identify and respond to antisemitism.
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<strong>About the Speaker - Sarah Kader</strong><br>
Sarah Kader is an attorney, advocate, mom, and wife, born and raised in Arizona. She joined the Anti-Defamation League of Arizona last year as its Community Manager. Sarah responds to incidents of antisemitism and extremism, provides ADL resources and support to schools, organizations, individuals, and gives presentations on fighting hate in our community. Sarah is the granddaughter of Holocaust survivors and honors the memory of her family through her civic engagement in the Jewish community and beyond.
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<p>Register: <a target="_blank" href="https://bit.ly/3MLEhtf">https://bit.ly/3MLEhtf</a><br></p>
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| Making the Invisible Visible: Housing Needs of Neurodivergent Adults | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/equal-opportunity/2762 | Equal Opportunity | | 5/31/2023 8:00:00 PM | https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2762/Newsroom_EOD_030.png | | Making the Invisible Visible: Housing Needs of Neurodivergent Adults | <div class="ExternalClass1D58250F4EDD4247A13CCB8A216AE98C"><html>
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<strong>Free Virtual Event
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Thursday, June 8, noon - 1 p.m.</strong>
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Last year, First Place AZ launched the Greater Phoenix Housing Market Analysis, the first-ever study to comprehensively address housing needs of adults living with autism and intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (A/I/DD). Conducted by the First Place Global Leadership Institute Center for Real Estate & Community Development, the analysis reports on market data, barriers and how public, private, nonprofit, and philanthropic sectors can work together to respond to todays and future market demand. Join us to learn more about the housing and community needs and preferences of adults with A/I/DD.
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<strong>About the Speaker - Maureen Casey</strong>
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For the last 20 years, Maureen has worked in the disability community as both a family advocate and professional. As the First Place AZ Director of the Centers for Public Policy and Applied Research she leads efforts to demonstrate innovative practices, collect data on efficacy to ultimately expand the opportunities to create neuro-inclusive communities.
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Register:<a href="https://phoenixpublicmeetings.webex.com/webappng/sites/phoenixpublicmeetings/webinar/webinarSeries/register/2bc10876ac944d31a50c2a492ff33e83" target="_blank"> https://bit.ly/3N7vROd</a>
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| 2022 Disability Awards and Recognition (D.A.R.E) Awards Presentation | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/equal-opportunity/2752 | Equal Opportunity | | 5/22/2023 9:00:00 PM | | https://youtu.be/iURIY3-JZZ4 | 2022 Disability Awards and Recognition (D.A.R.E) Awards Presentation | <div class="ExternalClass900714038DEE4B5F86174800B8406724"><html>
<p>The Mayor’s Commission on Disability Issues, Equal Opportunity Department and members of the disability community celebrated the 2022 Disability Awareness and Recognition event.</p>
<p>The awards ceremony honored individuals, organizations and businesses for their dedication and service to the disability community.<br></p>
<p>This year's honorees are:</p>
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<strong>Detective Walter Olsen Lifetime Achievement Award</strong>
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<p>Kip P. Murray<br></p>
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<strong>Architectural Award</strong>
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<p>F. Francis and Dionne Najafi Thunderbird Global Headquarters; Thunderbird School of Global Management at Arizona State University</p>
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<strong>Business Award</strong>
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<p>Michael J. Valente Contracting Inc.<br></p>
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<strong>Nonprofit Award</strong>
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<strong>Community Service Award</strong>
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<p>Asim Dietrich<br></p>
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<strong>Outstanding Educator Award</strong>
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<p>Travis Harris<br></p>
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| Join the She Matters Equity Forum | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/equal-opportunity/2723 | Equal Opportunity | | 5/17/2023 3:00:00 PM | https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2723/Newsroom_Women_Conference.jpg | | Join the She Matters Equity Forum | <div class="ExternalClass00E7E3C472254BEB94946AA2DB1D472A"><html>
<p>The Phoenix Women's Commission is proud to organize the She Matters Equity Forum. The event is designed to address issues of equity and promote wellness and empowerment for women in the workforce. <br></p><p>The free event is taking place at 8:30 a.m., Thursday, May 18, at South Mountain Community College. It will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions from industry experts, interactive workshops and networking opportunities, including remarks from City of Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego.</p>
<p>Attendees will gain insight into the current state of pay equity and learn practical strategies for promoting wellness. The keynote presentations and initial remarks will be streamed live on <a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/CityofPhoenixAZ/">Facebook</a>.</p>
<p>Learn more and register at: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/she-matters-equity-forum-tickets-579879564387">SheMattersEquityForum.eventbrite.com</a></p><p style="text-align:center;"><a target="_blank" href="/eodsite/Documents/She%20Matters%20Flyer.pdf"><img src="/eodsite/MediaAssets/She%20Matters%20Equity%20Forum%20Flyer.jpeg" style="margin:5px;width:250px;height:350px;" /></a><br></p>
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