A Weekly Listing of Diversity and Multicultural Events
From the
"Diversity, Unity, and Justice Are at the Heart of ACEH"
ACEH was founded in Holland in 1999 and is committed to justice, equal opportunity, cross-cultural understanding, and appreciation for diversity. Members work together through programs, outreach, advocacy, and social events to make
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Tues, Oct 18, 11:30 am-12:30 pm: Understanding the Fundamentals of Racism. Learn fundamental elements of racism and strategies to discuss instances of racism in the workplace, at home, or in the community. Organized by Partners for a Racism-Free Community. $25 includes beverages and light snacks; bring own lunch if desired. www.prfc-gr.org At Heart of West Michigan United Way,
Fri, Oct 21, 7 pm (support group), 8:10 pm (program): PFLAG meeting. Presentation about programs of Center for Women in Transition, including its shelter and 24-hour crisis line. Trans group meets at 6 pm for an hour. At Grace Episcopal Church,
Mon, Oct 24, 4 pm-7 pm: Opening Doors to the Voices of Survivors reception featuring artwork created by survivors of domestic and sexual violence. Collaboration of Center for Women in Transition and Hope College STEM program and other departments. At
Tues, Oct 25, 11:30 am-12:30 pm: Learning Lab event. Crafting Culturally Inclusive Environments…Intentionally. Presented by Faye Richardson-Green, executive director of Partners for a Racism-Free Community, formerly at Steelcase Inc. $45, includes lunch. www.prfc-gr.org At Habitat for Humanity of Kent Co.,
Fri, Oct 28, 5:30 pm-7 pm: #RacisminGR Community Conversations. One in a series of dialogues for community members to discuss/reflect—in safe spaces--on experiences with racism, bias, and inequity in Grand Rapids. Free. At Habitat for Humanity of Kent Co., 425 Pleasant St, SW,
Sun, Oct 30, 1 pm to 4 pm: Family Day for Dïa de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). Learn more about the Mexican holiday that honors family and friends who have passed on. Explore the altars created by famlies to celebrate life and memory of their loved ones. Bilingual story times, live music from Cabildo, food from local restaurants, Pan de Muerto provided by Panaderia Margo. Free, open to the public. The exhibit of altars will be open during library hours from Oct 17 – Nov 1. At
Mon, Oct 31, 4 pm (
Jobs and Job Fair
Holland Public Schools Job Fair: Wed, Oct 19, 1 pm to 4 pm, and Thurs, Oct 27, 9 am to noon. Food service, bus drivers, instructional assistants, piano accompanists, special education teachers. Substitute positions for teachers, instructional assistants, playground supervisors, and secretaries. At
The Commons of Evergreen: Director of Advancement/Development. Bachelor's degree; fundraising or advancement/selling experience. Resume to Jane Van Den Beldt: vandenbeldtj@evergreencommons.org or call (616) 355-5156; Human resource assistant/payroll. www.evergreencommons.org/join-our-team
Downtown Market,
Good Samaritan Ministries: AmeriCorps member, Faith in Youth Partnership; intake and eligibility specialist, part-time; handyman or woman, on contract, for minor repairs and maintenance on housing units. Contact Jody Immink at jimmink@GoodSamMinistries or (616) 392-7159, ext. 106.
City of
Herman Miller, Inc.: www.hermanmiller.com Click on About Us and scroll down to Careers.
Manpower: Recruiting for hire-in positions at Johnson Controls. High school diploma or GED required. Overtime expected. Call Manpower at (616) 748-2000 or email zeeland.mi@manpower.com for more information.
Holland Public Schools. www.hollandpublicschools.org
Spectrum Health: www.spectrumhealth.org and click on Job Seekers at top of page.
West Ottawa Public Schools: www.westottawa.net/jobs/
Zeeland Public Schools: www.zps.org/jobs
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