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The Equity Action Team (EAT) is a coalition of community members and City of Austin staff focused on advancing racial equity in our communities through partnerships with City departments, non-profits, philanthropic entities and community-based groups.
The EAT meetings are dedicated to critical discussions and strategizing on how to best improve the quality of life for most directly impacted communities in Austin. Join the EAT and find more information on the dashboard.
Everyone is welcome to join the EAT! As a member, your responsibility is to attend and bring your community with you. During our meetings, we hear from community members and City staff to understand community needs and City projects and work together to produce better outcomes for all.
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EQUITY OFFICE ANNOUNCEMENTS |
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✨Join us for the
combined November/December EAT Meeting✨
Register here for the November/December Meeting!
We are excited to have you for our in-person combined November/December EAT meeting! Please join us Saturday, December 2nd, 2023 from 10:30am to 1:30pm. We'll connect over brunch, and then get our meeting started by 11:00am.
We will be meeting at:
Dove Springs-George Morales Recreation Center
5801 Ainez Dr, Austin, TX 78744
For December, we will be joined by several guests, and we will have a few activities to help us reflect on how far our collective communities have come in their efforts to advance racial equity in our city.
Join us to learn from CAPCOG about air quality, and we will hear more details about San Jose I and San Jose II cemeteries and the Montopolis community's work with these sites.
December 2nd will be our last meeting until February 2024!
Be sure to
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Save the Date for the
Equity Forum: 'Another World is Possible' 🌎
coming up on Saturday, January 27th, 2024 in Austin, TX!
Time: 9:30am-4:30pm
Location: Vuka, 5540 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78756
Interpretation provided in Spanish, Mandarin, Vietnamese, & ASL | Light breakfast & full lunch served
More information coming soon!
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This year marks the 30th Anniversary of the Annual Austin Powwow, and November is celebrated as Native American Heritage Month.
"For those who grew up in the Native American world, the powwow is the tip of the iceberg. You have to be part of the iceberg to really understand. But for spectators, it's a beginning." -Juan Mancias, a leader of the Carrizo-Comecrudo Indians in Lubbock, p. 30
This article, published over 20 years ago in Texas Highway Magazine, shares about the rich history of the
pau wau through discussion with Indigenous Americans who attended and participated in the Austin Powow at the Toney Burger Center in 2000. This article highlights the sacredness and continued importance of the Powwow and honoring of ancestors and ancestral, spiritual, and healing practices in the Native American community today.
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An Indigenous Peoples' History of the United States by Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz
In November, as we celebrate American Indian Heritage Month, it's essential to recognize the often overlooked history of Indigenous peoples in the United States. In "An Indigenous Peoples' History of the United States," historian and activist Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz provides a fresh perspective on the nation's founding, shedding light on centuries of Indigenous resistance against settler-colonial expansion. This powerful book reveals how policies aimed at Native Americans were designed to displace or eliminate the original inhabitants, challenging the conventional narrative and highlighting the profound impact of these events on American history.
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SURVEYS & COMMUNITY INPUT |
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We’re looking for people who are connected to their communities, especially groups that have been historically marginalized in planning processes. Through a five-month paid program, Community Ambassadors will learn about historic preservation and engage their communities to help shape the Equity-Based Preservation Plan. Ambassadors will be paid $25/hour.
Learn more on the project website.
Ambassador application deadline: December 13, 2023
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Calling all LGBTQIA+ Youth in foster care who would like to share their story...reach out to @gretadgv on Instagram, or call William or Greta to share! |
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Quarterly Police Oversight Implementation Workgroup Meeting
Join the Office of Police Oversight for the first quarterly Police Oversight Implementation Workgroup meeting on November 21, 2023, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. We invite community members to attend this meeting to learn about the City's progress in implementing Proposition A and Resolution 99.
The meeting is open to the public and will be hosted virtually on Zoom.
Registration information:
Register to participate here. You will receive a Zoom link to the meeting, as well as meeting reminders once you have registered.
Accessibility and Accommodation Information:
The event will be presented in both English and Spanish, as well as American Sign Language (ASL). Additional interpretation services and accessibility accommodations are available upon request.
If you have any questions or concerns, please email OPO.Outreach@AustinTexas.gov or call (512) 974-9090.
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La Oficina de Fiscalización de la Policía realizará la primera reunión trimestral del
Grupo de Trabajo de Implementación de Fiscalización de la Policía el 21 de noviembre de 2023, de 6:30 p.m. a 7:30 p.m.
Invitamos a los miembros de la comunidad a asistir a esta reunión para aprender sobre el progreso de la Ciudad para aprobar la Proposición A y la Resolución 99.
El evento estará abierto al público y se realizará virtualmente por Zoom.
Inscripción:
Inscríbase para participar aquí. Recibirá un enlace a la reunión de Zoom, así como recordatorios de la reunión una vez que se inscriba.
Información sobre accesibilidad y adaptaciones:
El evento será presentado en inglés y en español, así como en lengua de señas americana (ASL). Se ofrecerán servicios de interpretación y modificaciones de acceso adicionales a solicitud.
Si tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud, por favor escríbanos a OPO.Outreach@AustinTexas.gov o llámenos al (512) 974-9090.
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CITY & COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS |
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is a truly unique Austin experience. It brings you a fascinating look into the culture and heritage of Native American people. Public is invited-Everyone Welcome!
November 18th, 2023
Travis County Expo Center
7311 Decker Lane
Austin, TX 78724
9am to 9pm
📣 Grand Entry featuring dancers from across the country
📣 Traditional Dance Competitions📣 Native Market/Food Court
The Powwow is back in the Luedecke Arena! Plenty of seating for everyone!
Tickets:
Adults $7 - online and credit card
Adults $10 - cash at the gate
Ages 12 and under - FREE
Parking FREE
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Front Porch Gathering:
Prioritizing Mental Health in our Communities:
Identifying State and Local Resources
Thursday, November 30, 2023 (6:00 - 7:30 p.m.)
Austin Public Library, Windsor Park Branch - Meeting Room
5833 Westminster Dr, Austin, TX 78723
Please join the Center for Community Engagement, the Texas Grants Resource Center, and the Hogg Foundation for Mental Health for Prioritizing Mental Health in our Communities: Identifying State and Local Resources. Together we will learn about data and programming across Texas, and share knowledge and expertise on local mental health initiatives.
During the event, Vicky Coffee, Director of Programs from the Hogg Foundation, will share information on mental health trends in Texas including: the impact COVID-19 has and is still having on mental health in our communities; ongoing efforts to inform state-level policies that include funding; and support for mental health promotion and prevention in a variety of settings and populations.
We will begin with our storytellers for the evening, the Greater Austin Hispanic Chamber of Commerce's Hispanic Austin Leadership Program (HAL), and conclude with small break-out groups to share and identify specific priorities for varied communities, current outreach efforts, and ongoing resources.
Register here: https://utexas.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9zgwrYn71ing67s
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31st Annual Hth Homeless Memorial
Sunday, December 10, 2023
Service: 9:00-10:00am*
*Volunteers report from 7:30am-9am
Location: HtH Tree of Remembrance
South First Street and Riverside Drive. The Memorial is on the south side of Lady Bird Lake on the Roy Butler Trail.
Looking forward:
Annual House the Homeless HUGSS (hats, under-thermals, gloves, socks, scarves)+ on
Monday, New Year’s Day, Jan. 1st 2024.
Lunch, Music, New Backpacks for Winter Survival giveaways.
For more information, please Contact: Cbblanford@icloud.com
(website temporarily under construction)
P.S. The 18th biannual printing of the HTH Plastic Pocket Guide is presently being updated for distribution at Memorial plus👏 In collaboration with partners including ECHO!
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🌟 Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with the Austin Public Library! 🌟
Join the Austin Public Library in November for a month-long tribute to the rich and diverse cultures of Native Americans. The Native American Heritage Month schedule is packed with engaging events, insightful resources, and interactive activities for all ages. Explore the traditions, history, and contributions of Native American communities through captivating workshops, thought-provoking discussions, and immersive experiences. Discover the powerful stories, art, and wisdom of indigenous peoples. Let's honor and celebrate the vibrant tapestry of Native American heritage together! 🍂🌾
Check out our full schedule of events and resources here: https://library.austintexas.gov/events/native-american-heritage-month
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GRANTS | CONTESTS | SERVICES |
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Mini-grants will support community organizations in engaging the people they serve around the Equity-Based Preservation Plan.
Application deadline: December 13
Learn more and apply here today!
Organizational mini-grants will provide funds to help engage communities in shaping the Equity-Based Preservation Plan. The City is seeking organizations that have strong, well-established relationships with historically marginalized communities that have historically been left out of, misrepresented by, or ignored by City processes and outcomes. Organizations should be skilled at gathering input from these groups and apply an equity lens in their work.
Selected Partner Organizations will receive a mini-grant of $3,000 to $5,000 to cover the costs associated with gathering input from their networks over a period of roughly four months. In total, $25,000 in grant funds are available.
Organizations that can meaningfully engage with the following groups are encouraged to apply:
- Black, Native American/Indigenous, Mexican American and other Latino/a/x, Asian American, and/or other communities of color
- Youth
- People with disabilities
- Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual (LGBTQIA+) communities
- Low-income households
- Renters
Mini-grant application deadline: Wednesday, December 13, 2023, 11:59 p.m.
All applicants will be notified by December 29.
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The foundation will invest $5 million over five years in flexible, reliable funding to historically under-resourced community-based mental health organizations.
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VOLUNTEER & MENTOR/MENTEE OPPORTUNITIES |
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🌳Sat Nov 18th @ Kilmartin Lane: Volunteering at Ready, Set, Plant! Event | 9:00am-1:00pm | Sign up
🌳Sat Nov 18th @ H-E-B Lockhart: Volunteering at NeighborWoods | 9:00am-2:00pm | Sign up
🌳Sat Dec 2nd @ Copperfield Nature Trail: Volunteering at Ready, Set, Plant! Event | 9:00am-1:00pm | Sign up
🌳Sat Dec 2nd @ Millennium Youth Entertainment Complex: Volunteering at NeighborWoods | 9:00am-2:00pm | Sign up
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Are you a High School junior or senior looking to gain leadership skills, engage in networking opportunities with local AAPI community leaders, or simply want to give back to our community? Are you an AAPI working professional in Austin wanting to pass on your perspective and expertise to the younger generation?
Apply for the AARC’s first ever mentorship program for teens! As part of this inaugural cohort, mentee participants will engage with likeminded peers and connect with local AAPI professionals, with opportunities for growing in cultural identity, career path, community engagement, and intergenerational perspective. The cohort will then implement their skills and connections to plan an event for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in May!
Application can be found at bit.ly/aarc-tmp-2024
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