Community dialogue on racism and diversity continues

Thu, Sep 4, 2008

Whether or not all residents accept the situation, Anchorage has a highly diverse population. According to those taking part in the second Dialogue on Race in Diversity held last night, the big question is will Anchorage take advantage of this situation.

Len Anderson, KSKA - Anchorage

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Anchorage’s racial diversity discussion continues

Tue, Sep 2, 2008

The city’s multi-clutural relationships will take center stage tomorrow night at the East High School auditorium with the second Dialogue on Race and Diversity in Anchorage. Organizers of the event say the gathering continues a self-examination process critical to Anchorage’s future.

Diversity Dialogue Forum I (28 April 2008)

Len Anderson, KSKA - Anchorage

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Diversity Dialogue: What will we do as individuals and with others, to make a difference in our community?

Fri, Jun 13, 2008

Panelists Jose DelReal of East High School and Lamin Jobarteh, President, Islamic Community Center of Anchorage

The conversation concludes on a positive note. After examining experiences from the past, the panel suggests what we as individuals can do to strengthen our community in the future. The next dialogue on race and diversity will be held at East High School on Thursday, July 31 from 5:30 - 7:30 PM. You can expect to see the mayor, Mark Begich and ASD superintendent, Carol Comeau on the panel and of course KSKA’s Len Anderson should be hiding somewhere with his recorder. We’ll make sure to keep you posted on Off Mic, KSKA’s blog. All of the dialogues on race and diversity are FREE and open to the public, so don’t hesitate to get involved. Celebrate diversity in your community and open your mind to a different point of view.

Panelists in order of response: Jose DelReal, Lamin Jobareth and Erick Cordero Giorgana
Panelists in order of response to audience: Heather Arnett, Alice Hisamoto, Lynne Korral, Alice Hisamoto

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Diversity Dialogue: Where do we, as a community, want to go?

Thu, Jun 12, 2008

Panelist Rex Butler, attorney

In Part 3 of the Diversity Dialogue event held at St. Anthony’s, we look to the future. Rich with diversity, Anchorage holds a unique position. “We can be a template for the nation,” says Dr. James. Try not to underestimate the power of dialogues. Listen to the voices from your community and explore different perspectives and ideas.

Panelists in order of response to facilitator questions: Rabbi Michael Oblath, Rex Butler and Heather Arnett
Panelists in order of response to audience questions: Lynn Korral, Jose DelReal, Rex Butler, Mary Marks, Jose DelReal

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Diversity Dialogue: Where are we as a community?

Wed, Jun 11, 2008

Panelist Mary Marks, former Anchorage School Board member

Part 2 of the dialogue on race and diversity addresses, WHERE are we as a community? Residents share personal experiences that have changed how they view race relations in Anchorage. Is race something you think about daily? Listen now and feel free to add your comments and share your experiences.

Panelists in order of response: Kato-Kakala Ha’unga, Lynn Korral, Mary Marks, Fr. Fed Bugarin and Alice Hisamoto

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Diversity Dialogue: Who are we as a community?

Tue, Jun 10, 2008

Dialogue participants and audience watch a video on racism in Anchorage before the discussion begins

On April 28, 2008, Anchorage residents and organizations concerned about instances of racism and anti-diversity occurring in the city held the first in what will become a series of dialogues and events. The dialogue took place on a Monday evening at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church on the city’s east side.

Ellsworth Alexander James, Ph.D., served as facilitator and the 11 panelists represented various religious, ethnic, racial groups, along with two members dealing with disability and gender-based stereotyping. As created by Dr. James, the format consisted of four general topics on racism and diversity, each with a series of supporting questions. Each phase concludes with questions and comments from audience members.

Today, KSKA presents Part 1 of this four-part dialogue: “Who are we as a community?”