A Weekly Listing of Diversity and Multicultural Events
From the Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony
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ACEH was founded in Holland in 1999 and is committed to justice, equal opportunity, cross-cultural understanding, and appreciation for diversity. Members and friends work together through programs, outreach, advocacy, and social events to make West Michigan a place where all people are welcomed and respected. "In the Community" is also on the ACEH website.
Check us out under Groups on Facebook at ACEH - Alliance for Cultural and Ethnic Harmony. Lots of posted info and links to multicultural, race, and justice topics.
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Thurs, March 19, 8 am – 4:30 pm: "Storytelling and Communication: Threads that Connect, Inspire, and Motivate." Film "Follow Me Home": four artists' journey across the U.S., weaving traditions of Native, African, and Latin cultures; discussion with director. Six workshops. Partners for a Racism-Free Community. $60 full day; $40 morning only. Register at www.prfc-gr.org or Eventbrite or mail check to PRFC, 250 Commerce Ave SW, Grand Rapids 49503. (616) 466-6187. At Celebration! Cinema North, 2121 Celebration Dr, NE, Grand Rapids.
Fri, March 20, 7 pm (support group), 8 pm (program): PFLAG Holland/Lakeshore meeting with two speakers on gender identity, its vocabulary, and how to better understand decisions and changes associated with gender identity and its expression. Lori and Nicole, who are married to each other, are writing a book about their marriage and developing a documentary about the transition process. At Grace Episcopal Church, 555 Michigan Ave, Holland.
Tues, March 24, 6 pm: 2015 Cesar Chavez Lecture: "Cesar: My Academic Compass; The Influence of Chavez on Latin@ Faith Development," by Dr. Aida Isela Ramos of the University of Texas at San Antonio. Sponsored by Hope College Office of Multicultural Education. (616) 395-7867. Free, open to the public. At Maas Auditorium, Columbia Ave at 11th St, Holland.
Tues, March 24, 7 pm to 8:30 pm: Hunger Forum: "Time to Get Real: Wages, Poverty and Hunger." Speakers: Patrick Moran, president, Greater Ottawa County United Way, and Patricia Reilly, EPIC program, Community Action House, followed by discussion. Sponsored by Bread for the World, Holland chapter, with Political Science Honor Society, Hope College, and Community Action House. At Maas Conference Room, Maas Center, 264 Columbia Ave, Holland.
Wed, March 25, 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm: 6th Annual Asian Gala 2015. Hosted by West Michigan Asian American Association. Keynote speaker: Brian Walker, president/CEO of Herman Miller Inc. $50. Call (616) 481-6194 or contact Minnie Morey, info@wm-aaa.org At Goei Center, 818 Butterworth SW, Grand Rapids.
Wed, March 25, 6 pm: Town Meeting. Presentation on "white privilege and the colonial roots of the U.S.," plus follow-up on issues raised at previous meetings, including working to become a proactive community task force for racial equality and justice. wayne465@yahoo.com At Imagine Fellowship, 167 West 20th, Holland.
Wed, March 25, 6 pm: Film, "The Good Lie." Drama about four Sudanese children orphaned in the Second Sudanese Civil War, who made their way to a refugee camp in Kenya, were among 3,600 resettled in the U.S., and tried to adjust to a culture alien to them. Free to members of Evergreen Commons; $2 nonmembers (must be 50 or older to attend). At Evergreen Commons, 480 State St, Holland.
Fri, March 27, 8 am to 3 pm; registration starts 7:45 am: The Eracism Experience Workshop. Activities "to build empathy, understanding and encourage discussion and critical thinking, examining U.S. history, race, institutional power, privilege, anti-racism so that students, teachers, parents, and school staff can express concerns and receive coaching and support in challenging racism." $50: checks payable to GR Christian Schools/Eracism Workshop. Contact Jan Hoffman, jhoffman@grcs.org or (616) 574-6021. At Grand Rapids Christian High School, 2300 Plymouth Ave SE, Grand Rapids.
Fri, March 27, 8:30 am to 3 pm (sign-in starts at 7:45 am). Summit on Race and Inclusion "Moving Beyond Bias." Sponsored by Lakeshore Ethnic Diversity Alliance, with more than 40 collaborators, including ACEH. Keynote speeches, breakout sessions, panel discussion, lunch. $50. Must register ahead of time at Eventbrite or www.ethnicdiversity.org, email office@ethnicdiversity.org or call (616) 846-9074. NO onsite registration. At Grand Haven High School, 17001 Ferris St, Grand Haven.
Wed, April 8, 5:30 pm: Women of Color Dinner and Senior Recognition. Hosted by Hope College Office of Multicultural Education. $7 for community members. Purchase tickets at Martha Miller Center, Room 107 (10th St at Columbia Ave) by Wed, April 1. (616) 395-7867. At Maas Auditorium, Columbia Ave at 11th St, Holland.
Scholarships
(1) The Haworth Corporation in Holland is offering two diversity scholarships to minority college sophomores or juniors along with an opportunity for a paid, 12-week summer internship and two skilled trades scholarships for persons with a high school diploma or equivalent enrolled in a two-year skilled trades/vocational school program. For requirements and applications, go to http://haworth.com/internships-scholarships (Scroll down to Scholarship Opportunities.)
(2) Mary Free Bed Hospital Guild has announced its 2015/16 Minority Scholarship Program and its 2015/16 Disabilities Scholarship Program for students accepted to, or enrolled in, an accredited college or university. Various qualifications and requirements. To apply, download a PDF copy at www.maryfreebed.com or obtain an email copy at scholarship@maryfreebed.com or call (616) 840-8361 or (800) 528-8989, ext. 4752. Completed applications must be postmarked by April 1.
Multicultural Festival: June 13, 2015
Holland's International Relations Commission is seeking sponsors, food vendors, booth participants, and multicultural entertainment for its 2015 Multicultural Festival in Kollen Park. For information and forms, go to http://hollandircfestival.com If you have questions, please contact (616) 355-1300 or email irc@cityofholland.com
Jobs
Michigan Works! Holland Service Center, 121 Clover St, Holland; (616) 396-2154
Tuesday, March 17, 10 am to 2 pm.
---6 employers (Appledorn Living Center, Alliance Home Healthcare Services, Blue Perspective Two Men and a Truck-Lakeshore Franchise, Lakeshore Irrigation, and Effex Management Solutions hiring for Magna Mirrors). Open positions: resident support aide, chef, medication technician, clinical coordinator, life enrichment assistant, home health aides, CNAs, quality inspectors, entry-level recruiter, driver/mover, driver, irrigation technician, installer and foreman, and production. Bring copy of resume to hiring event.
Avanti Law Group, PLLC: Legal secretary, part-time, for Holland office. Must be bilingual (Spanish/English). Mail resume and cover letter to ralvarez@avantilaw.com
Boys & Girls Club of Greater Holland: Teen director, full-time, hourly. Four-year degree required. Send resume and cover letter to Justin Caserta at jcaserta@bgch.org or mail to 435 Van Raalte Ave, Holland 49423.
CASA-Children's After School Achievement: 5 teacher positions and 5 teaching assistant jobs for Summer CASA 2015. Job descriptions, dates, and the application are at www.hope.edu/employment under Staff positions- CASA. Deadline is Mon, March 23.
Community Action House: Housing and education specialist. Part-time (20-30 hrs/wk; requires some evening work, flexible schedule). Certified by MSHDA or HUD, fluent in Spanish, human services or education-related degree, experience facilitating adult education, homebuyer education, financial management. Send resume/letter to Jennifer Boerman, jdboerman@communityactionhouse.org or mail to Community Action House, 665 136th Ave, Holland 49424.
Holland Charter Township: Administrative assistants (2). Part-time (16-24 hrs/wk). Answer phones, customer service, data entry, process forms, maintain files, more. Must be at least 18 years old; interpersonal and organizational skills, able to use office equipment and software. Send resume and cover letter to Holland Charter Township, Attn: Bldg Official/Zoning Adm, 353 North 120th Ave, P.O. Box 8127, Holland, MI 49422-8127; meghann@hct.holland.mi.us
Hope College: Residential life coordinator. Provide leadership and oversight to a group of residential halls, supervising resident directors and assistants. Competitive salary and benefits, furnished apartment, academic year meal plan, professional development opportunities. Master's degree and experience required. Apply at www.hope.edu/employment/staff Deadline is Thurs, March 19.
---Custodian, full-time, third shift (regular hours 10 pm-6:30 am, Wed-Sat; requires some flexibility in hours; $13/hr plus 50 cents/hr shift premium). Various types of cleaning, room set-up, etc. High school graduate with 3 years' experience preferably in maintenance environment; background check, other. www.hope.edu/employment/staff Deadline is Fri noon, March 27.
---Animal care specialist. (20 hrs/wk, year-round). Animal care supervision and responsibility for animals used in teaching and research; oversees students; manages records; maintains equipment; orders supplies. Associates or bachelor's degree preferred; LAT or LATG certification preferred; minimum one year experience. www.hope.edu/employment/staff Deadline is Wed, April 1.
Kandu Inc.: Job coaches (part-time) to help train individuals with employment barriers and disabilities. Positions are on-call; need flexibility to work days, evenings, weekends; assignments last 2 to 3 weeks, 15-20 hours/wk in Ottawa and Allegan counties. Call Julie Joppie at (616) 355-3218 for information. Send resume to hr@kandu.org or to Kandu Inc., 4190 Sunnyside Dr, Holland 49424.
MOKA: Residential supervisors for treatment homes in Sparta, Holland, Allendale, Grand Haven, Muskegon; full-time, benefits. Must have associate's degree, at least one year experience working with adults and children with disabilities, or other vulnerable individuals; equivalent supervisory experience and education may be considered. Job description and application at www.moka.org
---Help desk-level 1. Provide technical assistance for diagnosis/resolution of hardware and software problems. Knowledge/experience of various computer applications. Deadline is Fri, March 20.
--- Lead District IT Specialist. Technical support to the collaboration of OAISD and participating school districts. Bachelor's degree in technology-related field with at least 3 years' experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience trouble-shooting both Mac and PCs. Travel required. Deadline is Fri, March 27.
