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Conversatorio con Iván Espinoza-Madrigal, Director Ejecutivo de Lawyers for Civil Rights (LCR) PARA PUBLICACIÓN INMEDIATA: El martes 10 de junio de 2025 Boston, MA  – El Centro Dock C. Bracy para la Reconciliación Humana  anuncia hoy su segundo evento del año 2025 de la Serie Let’s Talk. El martes 15 de julio de 2025, de 7 a 9 PM hora del verano del Este (EDT / UTC-4), Iván Espinoza-Madrigal, Director Ejecutivo de Lawyers for Civil Rights (LCR), presentará En el Cruce de  la Inmigración . Este seminario web se traducirá al español. Acompáñenos para una conversación sobre los temas urgentes de inmigración en  nuestras comunidades y en nuestro país. Mientras continúan las batallas legales y cambian las políticas públicas, exploramos el impacto real en migrantes, familias y futuros—al mismo tiempo que resaltamos la resiliencia que surge. Esto es más que una discusión sobre fronteras y burocracia—es un llamado a reimaginar, a elevar la dignidad humana y a reclamar la justicia frente a la adversidad. Acompáñenos para escuchar, compartir y actuar. Sobre el ponente: Iván Espinoza-Madrigal es el Director Ejecutivo de Lawyers for Civil Rights (LCR) , una organización fundada a petición del presidente John F. Kennedy en los años 60, durante el apogeo del movimiento por los derechos civiles. LCR es la organización más grande y antigua de Nueva Inglaterra que trabaja en temas legales y de políticas públicas en la intersección de la justicia racial, la inmigración, la salud pública, la educación y el emprendimiento. Recientemente, LCR recibió una donación de MacKenzie Scott. Iván ha presentado y ganado docenas de casos transformadores sobre derechos civiles en todo el país. Su trabajo aparece regularmente en publicaciones como New York Times  y en documentales como Martha’s Vineyard v. DeSantis  (MSNBC). Recientemente fue reconocido como “Abogado del Año” por Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly y como “Bostoniano del Año” por Boston Globe . Boston Magazine  lo ha destacado como una de las personas más influyentes de Boston. La Asociación Nacional de Abogados LGBT lo reconoció como uno de los mejores abogados LGBT menores de 40 años, y Boston Business Journal  lo incluyó en su lista “Top 40 Under 40” en 2018. Se graduó summa cum laude  y Phi Beta Kappa de la Universidad de Pennsylvania, y de la Facultad de Derecho de NYU. Recibió un doctorado honorario de Cambridge College.  Iván participa activamente en consejos de liderazgo en Eastern Bank, Crossroads, el ICA de Boston y NEFA. Recientemente fue nombrado por la gobernadora de Massachusetts al Mass Cultural Council. Durante la pandemia, Iván publicó un libro sobre su perro: Las Aventuras de Obie en los Berkshires . Antes del evento Antes del evento, todos los participantes registrados tendrán acceso a una breve encuesta donde podrán enviar preguntas al ponente. Durante el evento Este evento será en formato seminario web. Todos los participantes registrados podrán enviar preguntas al ponente. Las preguntas serán seleccionadas y formuladas según el tiempo disponible. Después del evento Todos los participantes registrados recibirán un correo electrónico posterior al evento con una encuesta y recursos adicionales. Días después del evento, una grabación del evento estará disponible públicamente en el sitio web del Centro Dock C. Bracy para la Reconciliación Humana. Únase a nosotros vía Zoom  el martes 15 de julio de 2025, de 7 a 9 PM hora del verano del Este (EDT / UTC-4). Horario por ciudad: Boston (EE.UU. – Massachusetts): 7:00 p.m. EDT (UTC-4) Chicago (EE.UU. – Illinois): 6:00 p.m. CDT (UTC-5) Salt Lake City (EE.UU. – Utah): 5:00 p.m. MDT (UTC-6) San Francisco (EE.UU. – California): 4:00 p.m. PDT (UTC-7) Honolulu (EE.UU. – Hawái): 1:00 p.m. HST (UTC-10) Hora correspondiente UTC (GMT): 23:00 Conéctese: Sitio web: https://lawyersforcivilrights.org/ Twitter : @IvanEspinozaESQ Sobre el Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation El Centro Dock C. Bracy (el Centro) está comprometido con la reconciliación humana y la erradicación del racismo y otras formas de opresión. Nuestro trabajo se enfoca en sanar los daños emocionales y cognitivos internos que han permitido que el racismo prospere en nuestra sociedad. Aunque tiene su sede en Boston, Massachusetts, la programación del Centro está abierta a todas las personas que puedan conectarse virtualmente. Apoyamos los esfuerzos de muchos grupos e individuos proporcionando oportunidades de aprendizaje y reflexión personal para que las estrategias de erradicación del racismo sean más efectivas. El Centro se financia exclusivamente a través de donaciones. Puede encontrar más información en nuestro sitio web y siguiéndonos en @dcbcenter. Centro Dock C. Bracy para la Reconciliación Humana Website: http://www.dcbcenter.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/dcbcenter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dockcbracycenter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dcbcenter LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/dcbcenter TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@dcbcenter YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEWo3ofiX7CdQDzHUsn3N2Q ###

Speaker: Iván Espinoza-Madrigal, Executive Director of Lawyers for Civil Rights (LCR) Join the "Let's Talk" series for a crucial discussion on immigration today, featuring host Paul S. Bracy and speaker Iván Espinoza-Madrigal. Mark your calendar for July 15, 2025, from 7-9 P.M. EDT. The webinar will be available in Spanish translation. On Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 7-9 pm EDT (UTC-4), Iván Espinoza-Madrigal, Executive Director of Lawyers for Civil Rights (LCR) will present At the Crossroads: Immigration Today . This webinar will be translated to Spanish. Join us for a timely conversation on the urgent immigration issues shaping our communities and our country. As legal battles rage and policies shift, we explore the real-life impact on migrants, families, and futures—while spotlighting the courage and resilience emerging in response. This is more than a discussion about borders and bureaucracy—it’s a call to imagine new pathways, to uplift human dignity, and to reclaim justice in the face of adversity. Join us to listen, share, and activate.  Iván Espinoza-Madrigal  is the Executive Director of Lawyers for Civil Rights (LCR) , an organization founded at the request of President John F. Kennedy in the 1960s at the height of the civil rights movement. LCR is the largest and oldest organization in New England working on legal and policy issues at the intersection of racial justice, immigration, public health, education, and entrepreneurship. LCR is a recent MacKenzie Scott grant recipient. Iván has filed and won dozens of life-changing and law-changing cases on a wide range of civil rights issues across the country. His work is regularly featured in publications such as the New York Times, and documentary films like Martha's Vineyard v. DeSantis  (MSNBC). Iván was recently recognized as "Lawyer of the Year" by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly, and as “Bostonian of the Year” by the Boston Globe. Boston Magazine has recognized Iván as one of Boston’s Most Influential People. The National LGBT Bar Association has recognized him as one of the Best LGBT Lawyers Under 40, and the Boston Business Journal included Iván in its "Top 40 Under 40" list in 2018.  A summa cum laude  and Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, he received a Juris Doctor from NYU School of Law. Iván received an honorary doctorate from Cambridge College.  Iván serves on the Board of Ambassadors of Eastern Bank, and the Board of Trustees of Crossroads, a youth empowerment summer camp. He also serves on the Advisory Board of the Institute of Contemporary Art / Boston, and the Board of Directors of the New England Foundation for the Arts. He was recently appointed by the Massachusetts Governor to the Mass Cultural Council. During the pandemic, Iván published a book about his dog: Obie’s Adventures in the Berkshires .  Before the Event All registered participants will have access to a brief pre-event survey that allows questions to be submitted to our speaker. During the Event This is a webinar style event. All registered participants will have the opportunity to submit questions to our speaker. Questions will be screened and asked, given the time allowed. After the Event All registered participants will receive a post-event email including a survey and additional resources. A recording of the event will be publicly available on the Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation website, in the days following our event. Please join us via Zoom  on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 7-9 pm EDT (UTC-4). Tuesday, July 15, 2025 Boston (USA – Massachusetts) 7:00 pm EDT UTC-4 hours Chicago (USA – Illinois) 6:00 pm CDT UTC-5 hours Salt Lake City (USA – Utah) 5:00 pm MDT UTC-6 hours San Francisco (USA – California) 4:00 pm PDT UTC-7 hours Honolulu (USA – Hawaii) 1:00 pm HST UTC-10 hours Corresponding UTC (GMT) 23:00 Connect Website: https://lawyersforcivilrights.org/ Twitter: @IvanEspinozaESQ

Conversatorio con Iván Espinoza-Madrigal, Director Ejecutivo de Lawyers for Civil Rights (LCR) El martes 15 de julio de 2025, de 7 a 9 PM hora del verano del Este (EDT / UTC-4), Iván Espinoza-Madrigal, Director Ejecutivo de Lawyers for Civil Rights (LCR), presentará En el Cruce de  la Inmigración . Este seminario web se traducirá al español. El martes 15 de julio de 2025, de 7 a 9 PM hora del verano del Este (EDT / UTC-4), Iván Espinoza-Madrigal, Director Ejecutivo de Lawyers for Civil Rights (LCR), presentará En el Cruce de  la Inmigración . Este seminario web se traducirá al español. Acompáñenos para una conversación sobre los temas urgentes de inmigración en  nuestras comunidades y en nuestro país. Mientras continúan las batallas legales y cambian las políticas públicas, exploramos el impacto real en migrantes, familias y futuros—al mismo tiempo que resaltamos la resiliencia que surge. Esto es más que una discusión sobre fronteras y burocracia—es un llamado a reimaginar, a elevar la dignidad humana y a reclamar la justicia frente a la adversidad. Acompáñenos para escuchar, compartir y actuar. Sobre el ponente: Iván Espinoza-Madrigal es el Director Ejecutivo de Lawyers for Civil Rights (LCR) , una organización fundada a petición del presidente John F. Kennedy en los años 60, durante el apogeo del movimiento por los derechos civiles. LCR es la organización más grande y antigua de Nueva Inglaterra que trabaja en temas legales y de políticas públicas en la intersección de la justicia racial, la inmigración, la salud pública, la educación y el emprendimiento. Recientemente, LCR recibió una donación de MacKenzie Scott. Iván ha presentado y ganado docenas de casos transformadores sobre derechos civiles en todo el país. Su trabajo aparece regularmente en publicaciones como New York Times  y en documentales como Martha’s Vineyard v. DeSantis  (MSNBC). Recientemente fue reconocido como “Abogado del Año” por Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly y como “Bostoniano del Año” por Boston Globe . Boston Magazine  lo ha destacado como una de las personas más influyentes de Boston. La Asociación Nacional de Abogados LGBT lo reconoció como uno de los mejores abogados LGBT menores de 40 años, y Boston Business Journal  lo incluyó en su lista “Top 40 Under 40” en 2018. Se graduó summa cum laude  y Phi Beta Kappa de la Universidad de Pennsylvania, y de la Facultad de Derecho de NYU. Recibió un doctorado honorario de Cambridge College.  Iván participa activamente en consejos de liderazgo en Eastern Bank, Crossroads, el ICA de Boston y NEFA. Recientemente fue nombrado por la gobernadora de Massachusetts al Mass Cultural Council. Durante la pandemia, Iván publicó un libro sobre su perro: Las Aventuras de Obie en los Berkshires . Antes del evento Antes del evento, todos los participantes registrados tendrán acceso a una breve encuesta donde podrán enviar preguntas al ponente. Durante el evento Este evento será en formato seminario web. Todos los participantes registrados podrán enviar preguntas al ponente. Las preguntas serán seleccionadas y formuladas según el tiempo disponible. Después del evento Todos los participantes registrados recibirán un correo electrónico posterior al evento con una encuesta y recursos adicionales. Días después del evento, una grabación del evento estará disponible públicamente en el sitio web del Centro Dock C. Bracy para la Reconciliación Humana. Únase a nosotros vía Zoom  el martes 15 de julio de 2025, de 7 a 9 PM hora del verano del Este (EDT / UTC-4). Horario por ciudad: Boston (EE.UU. – Massachusetts): 7:00 p.m. EDT (UTC-4) Chicago (EE.UU. – Illinois): 6:00 p.m. CDT (UTC-5) Salt Lake City (EE.UU. – Utah): 5:00 p.m. MDT (UTC-6) San Francisco (EE.UU. – California): 4:00 p.m. PDT (UTC-7) Honolulu (EE.UU. – Hawái): 1:00 p.m. HST (UTC-10) Hora correspondiente UTC (GMT): 23:00 Conéctese: Sitio web: https://lawyersforcivilrights.org/ Twitter: @IvanEspinozaESQ

Speaker: Iván Espinoza-Madrigal, Executive Director of Lawyers for Civil Rights (LCR) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, June 10, 2025 Boston, MA – The Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation  today announces its second Let’s Talk Series event of 2025. On Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 7-9 pm EDT (UTC-4), Iván Espinoza-Madrigal, Executive Director of Lawyers for Civil Rights (LCR) will present At the Crossroads: Immigration Today . This webinar will be translated to Spanish. Join us for a timely conversation on the urgent immigration issues shaping our communities and our country. As legal battles rage and policies shift, we explore the real-life impact on migrants, families, and futures—while spotlighting the courage and resilience emerging in response. This is more than a discussion about borders and bureaucracy—it’s a call to imagine new pathways, to uplift human dignity, and to reclaim justice in the face of adversity. Join us to listen, share, and activate.  Iván Espinoza-Madrigal  is the Executive Director of Lawyers for Civil Rights (LCR) , an organization founded at the request of President John F. Kennedy in the 1960s at the height of the civil rights movement. LCR is the largest and oldest organization in New England working on legal and policy issues at the intersection of racial justice, immigration, public health, education, and entrepreneurship. LCR is a recent MacKenzie Scott grant recipient. Iván has filed and won dozens of life-changing and law-changing cases on a wide range of civil rights issues across the country. His work is regularly featured in publications such as the New York Times, and documentary films like Martha's Vineyard v. DeSantis  (MSNBC). Iván was recently recognized as "Lawyer of the Year" by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly, and as “Bostonian of the Year” by the Boston Globe. Boston Magazine has recognized Iván as one of Boston’s Most Influential People. The National LGBT Bar Association has recognized him as one of the Best LGBT Lawyers Under 40, and the Boston Business Journal included Iván in its "Top 40 Under 40" list in 2018.  A summa cum laude  and Phi Beta Kappa graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, he received a Juris Doctor from NYU School of Law. Iván received an honorary doctorate from Cambridge College.  Iván serves on the Board of Ambassadors of Eastern Bank, and the Board of Trustees of Crossroads, a youth empowerment summer camp. He also serves on the Advisory Board of the Institute of Contemporary Art / Boston, and the Board of Directors of the New England Foundation for the Arts. He was recently appointed by the Massachusetts Governor to the Mass Cultural Council. During the pandemic, Iván published a book about his dog: Obie’s Adventures in the Berkshires .  Before the Event All registered participants will have access to a brief pre-event survey that allows questions to be submitted to our speaker. During the Event This is a webinar style event. All registered participants will have the opportunity to submit questions to our speaker. Questions will be screened and asked, given the time allowed. After the Event All registered participants will receive a post-event email including a survey and additional resources. A recording of the event will be publicly available on the Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation website, in the days following our event. Please join us via Zoom  on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 7-9 pm EDT (UTC-4). Tuesday, July 15, 2025 Boston (USA – Massachusetts) 7:00 pm EDT UTC-4 hours Chicago (USA – Illinois) 6:00 pm CDT UTC-5 hours Salt Lake City (USA – Utah) 5:00 pm MDT UTC-6 hours San Francisco (USA – California) 4:00 pm PDT UTC-7 hours Honolulu (USA – Hawaii) 1:00 pm HST UTC-10 hours Corresponding UTC (GMT) 23:00 Connect Website: https://lawyersforcivilrights.org/ Twitter: @IvanEspinozaESQ About Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation The Dock C. Bracy Center (the Center) is committed to human reconciliation and the eradication of racism and other forms of human oppression. Our work focuses on healing the internal emotional and cognitive harms that have allowed racism to continue to thrive in our society. Although headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the Center’s programming is open to all who can connect with us virtually. We support the efforts of many other groups and individuals by providing opportunities for learning and self-reflection so that strategies to eradicate racism  can become more successful. The Center is exclusively funded through donations. Additional information about the Center can be found by visiting the website  and by following @dcbcenter. Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation Website: http://www.dcbcenter.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/dcbcenter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dockcbracycenter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dcbcenter LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/dcbcenter TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@dcbcenter YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEWo3ofiX7CdQDzHUsn3N2Q ###

Let's Talk Series by Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation Friend: Please use and freely share these resources. If you are able to make a contribution to Lawyers for Civil Rights (LCR), please donate now at: https://donatenow.networkforgood.org/lawyersforcivilrights . On Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 7-9 pm EDT (UTC-4), Iván Espinoza-Madrigal, Executive Director of Lawyers for Civil Rights (LCR), presented Let’s Talk Series: At the Crossroads: Immigration Today as a live webinar. El martes 15 de julio de 2025, de 7 a 9 PM hora del verano del Este (EDT / UTC-4), Iván Espinoza-Madrigal, Director Ejecutivo de Lawyers for Civil Rights (LCR), presentó En el Cruce de la Inmigración. Este seminario web fue traducido al español. Lawyers for Civil Rights (LCR) Main Site:  https://lawyersforcivilrights.org Donate:  https://donatenow.networkforgood.org/lawyersforcivilrights Who We Are (Ivan Bio):  https://lawyersforcivilrights.org/who-we-are/staff/ivan-espinoza-madrigal-esq/ LCR History:  https://lawyersforcivilrights.org/who-we-are/history/ Birthright Citizenship Case: https://lawyersforcivilrights.org/our-impact/immigrant-rights/victory-federal-judge-issues-preliminary-injunction-to-protect-birthright-citizenship/ https://lawyersforcivilrights.org/our-impact/immigrant-rights/mothers-and-immigrant-organizations-sue-trump/ Sanctuary Cities Lawsuit:  https://lawyersforcivilrights.org/our-impact/immigrant-rights/sanctuary-cities-sue-trump/ Climate Justice Work:  https://lawyersforcivilrights.org/our-impact/category/race-and-climate/ TPS Lawsuit:  https://lawyersforcivilrights.org/our-impact/immigrant-rights/black-and-latino-immigrants-file-federal-lawsuit-to-block-trumps-termination-of-tps/ BizGrow Program:  https://lawyersforcivilrights.org/what-we-do/bizgrow/ Get Involved:  https://lawyersforcivilrights.org/get-involved/ Complaint - ICE Smashes Car Window:  https://lawyersforcivilrights.org/our-impact/immigrant-rights/complaint-filed-after-ice-smashes-car-window/ Education/Local Action:  https://lawyersforcivilrights.org/our-impact/education/students-withdraw-federal-civil-rights-complaints-turn-to-ma-officials/ Housing Justice (Mobile Homes):  https://lawyersforcivilrights.org/our-impact/housing/mobile-home-residents-demand-justice/   Ivan Espinoza-Madrigal – Articles & Media Op-ed on Cathedral Thinking: https://commonwealthbeacon.org/opinion/why-cathedral-thinking-matters-now-more-than-ever/ Children's Book – Obie’s Adventures: https://sdppublishingsolutions.com/product/obies-adventures-in-the-berkshires/ Progressive Magazine Archive: https://progressive.org/topics/ivan-espinozamadrigal/ Legal Rights Opinion (ICE): https://www.wbur.org/cognoscenti/2025/02/13/ice-trump-immigration-enforcement-legal-rights-what-to-do-ivan-espinoza-madrigal   Related News Articles & Research Impact of Immigration Enforcement on Safety (NBER): https://www.nber.org/papers/w32109 ICE Stories – Boston Globe / WBUR: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/06/30/opinion/ice-husband-deported-children-disability/ https://www.wbur.org/news/2025/06/02/in-east-boston-wives-of-men-arrested-by-ice-tell-their-stories Trump’s Immigration Bill (PBS): https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/4-ways-trumps-big-bill-could-change-the-u-s-immigration-system Cathedral Thinking Background: https://www.mr-sustainability.com/stories/2021/cathedral-thinking Living in Undocumented Families – KFF: https://www.kff.org/racial-equity-and-health-policy/issue-brief/living-in-an-undocumented-immigrant-family-under-the-second-trump-administration-fear-uncertainty-and-impacts-on-health-and-well-being/ Trump’s Rescission of Protected Areas – NILC: https://www.nilc.org/resources/factsheet-trumps-rescission-of-protected-areas-policies-undermines-safety-for-all/ PHR – ICE Raids: https://phr.org/news/ice-immigration-raids-endanger-health-and-human-rights-phr/ Axios on TikTok & ICE Raids: https://www.axios.com/local/richmond/2025/01/30/tiktok-tracks-ice-raids-real-time Journalism Ethics on Immigration Coverage: https://ethics.journalism.wisc.edu/2025/04/02/facts-not-fear-journalists-navigate-coverage-of-immigration-enforcement-actions-under-second-trump-administration/ Nonprofit Newsrooms Covering Immigrants: https://news.inn.org/immigrant-stories-nonprofit-newsrooms/ Washington Post – Migrant Returned: https://www.washingtonpost.com/immigration/2025/04/24/el-salvador-venezuelan-migrant-asylum/ MSNBC – Public Backlash to Trump Deportations: https://www.msnbc.com/opinion/msnbc-opinion/trump-mass-deportation-poll-immigration-rcna218321 KFF – Gender Affirming Care Tracker: https://www.kff.org/other/dashboard/gender-affirming-care-policy-tracker/ Brad Lander ICE Incident (Guardian): https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jun/19/new-york-mayoral-candidate-brad-lander-interview Ruth Ben-Ghiat on Authoritarianism (Guardian): https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/article/2024/jul/13/ruth-ben-ghiat-strongmen-book-authoritarian-playbook Trump's Kennedy Center Takeover (Bloomberg Law): https://news.bloomberglaw.com/us-law-week/trumps-kennedy-center-takeover-opens-new-front-in-culture-war Supreme Court – Trans Military Ban (NPR): https://www.npr.org/2025/05/06/nx-s1-5388507/supreme-court-transgender-military NYT – Trans Troops Stay and Fight: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/06/06/us/transgender-troops-ban-discharge-deadline.html   Legal and Immigration Resources AILA Resource Finder:  https://www.aila.org/infonet/web-resources Free Legal Help Locator:  https://www.immigrationlawhelp.org/search?zip=02110 Informed Immigrant (English):  https://www.informedimmigrant.com/ Inmigrante Informado (Spanish):  https://www.inmigranteinformado.com/   LGBTQ+ Rights & Advocacy Lambda Legal:  https://www.lambdalegal.org/ GLAD (LGBTQ+ Legal Rights):  https://www.glad.org/ ACLU – LGBTQ Rights Overview:  https://www.aclu.org/issues/lgbtq-rights Transgender Law Center:  https://transgenderlawcenter.org/ ACLU – LGBTQ & Police Harassment Report:  https://www.aclu.org/press-releases/new-report-finds-harassment-mistreatment-fuels-mistrust-among-lgbtq-people-towards-police HRC – Anti-Drag Bills Report:  https://www.hrc.org/magazine/2023-spring/fighting-back-against-anti-drag-bills Lambda Legal Youth Rights:  https://legacy.lambdalegal.org/know-your-rights/article/youth-ally GLAAD on Moms for Liberty:  https://glaad.org/moms-for-liberty-is-using-school-boards-to-advance-its-anti-lgbtq-agenda/   Community & Civic Engagement Run for Something:  https://runforsomething.net/ Dock C. 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Speaker: Bob Stains, Founder of Bob Stains and Associates, Conflict Transformation, and Senior Associate, Essential Partners Join the "Depolarize: Dialogue Skills for Transcending Divides" workshop. Register now to enhance your communication skills and bridge societal gaps. Please join us via Zoom on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 7-9 pm EDT (UTC-4) for Let’s Talk Series: Depolarize: Dialogue skills for transcending divides . We are living in times of deep divisions in our communities, our country and even in our families. The chasms that separate us sometimes seem too wide and too deep to cross. These divides are often created and maintained by stories: thin caricatures of the evil "them" and virtuous "us" that are told and re-told, expanding polarization and making real connection seem impossible.  Yet there is hope. 30+ years of peoples' experience with Reflective Structured Dialogue across the US and countries around the world offers many ways for changing our conversations to expand stories and heal relationships.  This webinar will explore tools and techniques of dialogue (reflective skills, receptive skills, expressive skills) that we can use to reach across differences and come away conscious of our complexities and more connected as a result.  Bob Stains  is the Founder of Bob Stains and Associates, Conflict Transformation . His highest purpose is to help people to get curious about and become more human to each other. Bob is also a Senior Associate at Essential Partners and has worked for decades across the US and in ten other countries facilitating dialogue and training others. He is a seasoned designer and facilitator of conversations that cultivate understanding and connection in fractured communities.  Bob weaves his past experience as a family therapist, his practice of mediation and his understanding of interpersonal neurobiology into the design and facilitation of conversations that cultivate understanding and connection in the midst of divisive differences. Bob is also a skilled trainer, coach and mentor. He created and leads the  “ Transforming Dialogue " training, mentoring and group coaching program  that equips leaders and practitioners with the internal and external skills to design and facilitate dialogues that repair torn communities. Before the Event All registered participants will have access to a brief pre-event survey that allows questions to be submitted to our speaker. During the Event This is a webinar style event. All registered participants will have the opportunity to submit questions to our speaker. Questions will be screened and asked, given the time allowed. After the Event All registered participants will receive a post-event email including a survey and additional resources. A recording of the event will be publicly available on the Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation website, in the days following our event. Please join us via Zoom on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 7-9 pm EDT (UTC-4) for Let’s Talk Series: Depolarize: Dialogue skills for transcending divides . Tuesday, April 8, 2025 Boston (USA – Massachusetts) 7:00:00 pm EDT UTC-4 hours Chicago (USA – Illinois) 6:00:00 pm CDT UTC-5 hours Salt Lake City (USA – Utah) 5:00:00 pm MDT UTC-6 hours San Francisco (USA – California) 4:00:00 pm PDT UTC-7 hours Honolulu (USA – Hawaii) 1:00:00 pm HST UTC-10 hours Corresponding UTC (GMT) 23:00:00 Connect Website: https://bobstainsconflicttransformation.com/

Speaker: Bob Stains, Founder of Bob Stains and Associates, Conflict Transformation, and Senior Associate, Essential Partners FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, March 10, 2025 Boston, MA – The Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation  today announces its first event of the 2025 Let’s Talk Series. On Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 7-9 pm EDT (UTC-4), Bob Stains will present Let’s Talk Series: Depolarize: Dialogue skills for transcending divides . We are living in times of deep divisions in our communities, our country and even in our families. The chasms that separate us sometimes seem too wide and too deep to cross. These divides are often created and maintained by stories: thin caricatures of the evil "them" and virtuous "us" that are told and re-told, expanding polarization and making real connection seem impossible.  Yet there is hope. 30+ years of peoples' experience with Reflective Structured Dialogue across the US and countries around the world offers many ways for changing our conversations to expand stories and heal relationships.  This webinar will explore tools and techniques of dialogue (reflective skills, receptive skills, expressive skills) that we can use to reach across differences and come away conscious of our complexities and more connected as a result.  Bob Stains  is the Founder of Bob Stains and Associates, Conflict Transformation . His highest purpose is to help people to get curious about and become more human to each other. Bob is also a Senior Associate at Essential Partners and has worked for decades across the US and in ten other countries facilitating dialogue and training others. He is a seasoned designer and facilitator of conversations that cultivate understanding and connection in fractured communities.  Bob weaves his past experience as a family therapist, his practice of mediation and his understanding of interpersonal neurobiology into the design and facilitation of conversations that cultivate understanding and connection in the midst of divisive differences. Bob is also a skilled trainer, coach and mentor. He created and leads the  “ Transforming Dialogue " training, mentoring and group coaching program  that equips leaders and practitioners with the internal and external skills to design and facilitate dialogues that repair torn communities. Before the Event All registered participants will have access to a brief pre-event survey that allows questions to be submitted to our speaker. During the Event This is a webinar style event. All registered participants will have the opportunity to submit questions to our speaker. Questions will be screened and asked, given the time allowed. After the Event All registered participants will receive a post-event email including a survey and additional resources. A recording of the event will be publicly available on the Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation website, in the days following our event. Please join us via Zoom on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 7-9 pm EDT (UTC-4) for Let’s Talk Series: Depolarize: Dialogue skills for transcending divides . Tuesday, April 8, 2025 Boston (USA – Massachusetts) 7:00:00 pm EDT UTC-4 hours Chicago (USA – Illinois) 6:00:00 pm CDT UTC-5 hours Salt Lake City (USA – Utah) 5:00:00 pm MDT UTC-6 hours San Francisco (USA – California) 4:00:00 pm PDT UTC-7 hours Honolulu (USA – Hawaii) 1:00:00 pm HST UTC-10 hours Corresponding UTC (GMT) 23:00:00 Connect Website: https://bobstainsconflicttransformation.com/ About Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation The Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation is committed to human reconciliation and the eradication of racism and other forms of human oppression. Our work focuses on healing the internal emotional and cognitive harms that have allowed racism to continue to thrive in our society. We support the efforts of many other groups and individuals by providing opportunities for learning and self-reflection so that strategies to eradicate racism can become more successful. Additional information about the Center can be found by visiting the website and by following @dcbcenter. Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation Website: http://www.dcbcenter.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/dcbcenter Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dockcbracycenter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dcbcenter LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/company/dcbcenter TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@dcbcenter YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEWo3ofiX7CdQDzHUsn3N2Q ###

Let's Talk Series by Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation On Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 7-9 pm EDT (UTC-4), Bob Stains, Founder of Bob Stains and Associates, Conflict Transformation, and Senior Associate, Essential Partners, presented Let’s Talk Series: Depolarize: Dialogue skills for transcending divides as a live webinar. Connect with Bob Stains Website: https://bobstainsconflicttransformation.com Website: https://transforming-dialogue.com Learning with the Center More about DCBC monthly book club, Reading for Understanding: https://www.dcbcenter.org/reading-for-understanding   For future Let's Talk Series events, please subscribe to our email list at: https://www.dcbcenter.org/subscribe . The Dock C. Bracy Center for Human Reconciliation is a non-profit 501(c)(3). Please support us by making a tax-deductible donation in the following ways: Credit Card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Cash App Pay with Stripe: https://donate.stripe.com/aEUeXq8gZdKO95mcMN PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?campaign_id=J4RNUU73SN6WG Venmo: https://venmo.com/dcbcenter Checks may be mailed to: Dock C. Bracy Center Inc. P.O. Box 320020 Boston, MA 02132 No amount is too small, and every contribution is appreciated.

In 1978 I retired from the United States Air Force after 21 years of honorable service. I am protesting the attack by the current president on the U.S. Constitution and democracy. In 1957, when I enlisted, I took an oath to defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic. This oath of responsibility continues to today. Donald Trump, the man, took a similar oath in 2016 and again in 2025: "I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States, and will to the best of my ability, preserve, protect and defend the Constitution of the United States." However, he has demonstrated his disdain for both the U.S. Constitution and democracy. On January 6, 2021, while president, he organized and launched a coup attempt against this country.  Despite these events, the man was re-elected in 2024. Now in 2025, he is blatantly attacking the U.S. Constitution, democracy, and its institutions. As a result, I cannot quietly stand aside while this travesty is happening. Thus, I have decided to protest and honor my oath to this country. I will fly the American flag upside down to signal “a dire distress of extreme danger to life and property”*. Many men and women have served and sacrificed in wars and conflicts in defense of democracy. Citizens of color, particularly Black Americans, I am one of them, have participated in every war/conflict defending democracy, despite facing unequal treatment. While my individual protest may not resolve these issues, however, I aim to make my voice heard and demonstrate my commitment and love of country. I hope that my actions will encourage others to use their voice and personal power to actively support democracy and the U.S. Constitution, thereby contributing to a new direction for our country. *Flying the US flag upside down is a  sign of danger or distress, usually signifying that people living in the area or those who were in the area when the flag was placed upside down should evacuate immediately . According to the U.S. Flag Code, flying the American flag upside down is only meant to be done "as a signal of dire distress in instances of extreme danger to life or property". While distress is the most common interpretation, the upside-down American flag can also convey other meanings, such as a protest against government policies, war, or social injustice. Disclaimer Because I am protesting in military uniform, I want to clarify that the Department of Defense does not endorse my protest. My intention is not to disgrace or embarrass the military community. Department of Defense Directive number 1344.10, dated 10 February 19, 2008, policy states: 4.1.4. Subject to any other restrictions in law, a member of the Armed Forces not on active duty may take the actions or participate in the activities permitted in subparagraph 4.1.1. and may take the actions and participate in the activities prohibited in subparagraph 4.1.2, provided the member is not in uniform and does not otherwise act in a manner that could reasonably give rise to the inference or appearance of official sponsorship, approval, or endorsement. My protest is not a political statement but aims to highlight the oath of enlistment I took. "I, _____, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; and that I will obey the orders of the President of the United States and the orders of the officers appointed over me, according to regulations and the Uniform Code of Military Justice. So help me God." Join us for Depolarize: Dialogue Skills for Transcending Divides! 🗣️ Learn how to navigate tough conversations and build bridges across differences. Don't miss this chance to develop essential communication skills! 📅 Register today at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/depolarize-dialogue-skills-for-transcending-divides-tickets-1276555454729 #DialogueMatters #BridgingDivides #CommunicationSkills #ConflictResolution #ListenAndLearn #OpenDialogue

Sunday, December 29, 2024, 7-9pm EST (UTC-5) The Dock C. Bracy Center’s Reading for Understanding monthly book discussions are free and have two requirements: Read the book and make time for the discussion. Cover of the book The Love Songs ofo W. E. B. Du Bois. by Honorée Fanonne Jeffers Reading for Understanding: Free Monthly Virtual Book Discussions to Promote Reading, Ongoing Learning and Critical Conversations The Love Songs of W. E. B. Du Bois by Honorée Fanonne Jeffers Facilitated by Sabrina & Nicole Bookstore: Baldwin & Co., New Orleans, Louisiana, https://www.baldwinandcobooks.com/ Step into the rich tapestry of history and culture with our virtual book discussion featuring Honorée Fanonne Jeffers' masterful work, "The Love Songs of W. E. B. Du Bois." About the Book "The Love Songs of W. E. B. Du Bois" is a powerful exploration of identity, legacy, and the interconnectedness of generations. Honorée Fanonne Jeffers weaves a captivating narrative that spans centuries, offering a unique and profound perspective on the African American experience. Join us as we delve into the lyrical prose and complex characters that define this remarkable novel. Discussion Highlights Analyzing the historical and cultural themes woven throughout the book Exploring the multifaceted characters and their interconnected stories Discussing the significance of W. E. B. Du Bois's legacy in the narrative Reflecting on the novel's exploration of identity and family Virtual Platform The discussion will take place on Zoom, providing a convenient and inclusive space for participants to share their perspectives and engage in meaningful dialogue. Registered participants will login to their Eventbrite account to access this virtual event via the event page. Facilitators Nicole and Sabrina will guide the discussion, encouraging participants to share their perspectives, ask questions, and explore the profound themes presented in "The Love Songs of W. E. B. Du Bois." Registration To participate in this insightful book discussion, please register at. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/778450074127?aff=oddtdtcreator . Registration is free and by donation, and all are welcome to join this enriching conversation. Support black-owned bookstores Where and how you choose to spend money has power. Shop Black Pearl Books, Austin, Texas, https://blackpearlbookstore.com or visit African American Literature Book Club, https://aalbc.com/bookstores/list.php to find a black-owned bookstore in your area.

Wednesday, October 23, 2024, 7-9pm EDT (UTC-4) The Dock C. Bracy Center’s Reading for Understanding monthly book discussions are free and have two requirements: Read the book and make time for the discussion. Cover of the book Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann Reading for Understanding: Free Monthly Virtual Book Discussions to Promote Reading, Ongoing Learning and Critical Conversations Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI by David Grann Facilitated by Sabrina & Nicole Bookstore: Loyalty Bookstore, Washington, D.C., https://www.loyaltybookstores.com/ Uncover a gripping tale of crime, justice, and the birth of the FBI with our virtual book discussion featuring David Grann's meticulously researched work, "Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI." About the Book "Killers of the Flower Moon" unravels the chilling true story of the Osage Indian Nation murders in the early 20th century, a dark chapter in American history. David Grann skillfully weaves together historical accounts, investigative journalism, and personal narratives, offering a compelling exploration of corruption, prejudice, and the pursuit of justice. Discussion Highlights Analyzing the historical context and significance of the Osage murders Exploring the role of the FBI in its early days Discussing themes of systemic racism, exploitation, and resilience Reflecting on the book's impact on our understanding of American history Virtual Platform Join us on a secure and interactive virtual platform that fosters engaging discussions. Registered participants will receive a link to the virtual event in advance, ensuring a seamless connection to this riveting literary exploration. Facilitators Sabrina and Nicole will guide the discussion, encouraging participants to share their thoughts, ask questions, and explore the profound themes presented in "Killers of the Flower Moon." Registration To participate in this insightful book discussion, please register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/779036849187?aff=oddtdtcreator . Registration is free and by donation, and all are welcome to join this enriching conversation. Support black-owned bookstores Where and how you choose to spend money has power. Shop Loyalty Bookstore, Washington, D.C., https://www.loyaltybookstores.com/ or visit African American Literature Book Club, https://aalbc.com/bookstores/list.php to find a black-owned bookstore in your area.

Sunday, November 24, 2024, 7-9pm EST (UTC-5) The Dock C. Bracy Center’s Reading for Understanding monthly book discussions are free and have two requirements: Read the book and make time for the discussion. Cover of the book Half American. by Matthew F. Delmont Reading for Understanding: Free Monthly Virtual Book Discussions to Promote Reading, Ongoing Learning and Critical Conversations Half American: The Epic Story of African Americans Fighting World War II at Home and Abroad by Matthew F. Delmont Facilitated by Linda & Deborah Bookstore: The Dock Bookshop, Fort Worth, Texas, https://www.thedockbookshop.com/ Embark on a compelling journey through history with our virtual book discussion featuring Matthew F. Delmont's illuminating work, "Half American: The Epic Story of African Americans Fighting World War II at Home and Abroad." About the Book "Half American" chronicles the often-overlooked contributions and challenges faced by African Americans during World War II. Matthew F. Delmont brings to life the stories of those who fought on both the home front and the battlefield, shedding light on their struggles for equality and recognition. Join us as we delve into this epic narrative of resilience, patriotism, and the fight for civil rights. Discussion Highlights Analyzing the experiences of African Americans during World War II Exploring the intersection of military service and the struggle for civil rights Discussing the impact of wartime contributions on the broader narrative of American history Reflecting on the relevance of these stories in today's context Virtual Platform Connect with fellow history enthusiasts on our interactive virtual platform, designed for engaging and inclusive discussions. Registered participants will receive a link to the virtual event in advance, ensuring a seamless connection to this historical exploration. Facilitators Deborah and Linda will guide the discussion, encouraging participants to share their insights, ask questions, and explore the profound themes presented in "Half American." Registration To participate in this insightful book discussion, please register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/779036538257?aff=oddtdtcreator . Registration is free and by donation, and all are welcome to join this enriching conversation. Support black-owned bookstores Where and how you choose to spend money has power. Shop The Dock Bookshop, Fort Worth, Texas, https://www.thedockbookshop.com/ or visit African American Literature Book Club, https://aalbc.com/bookstores/list.php to find a black-owned bookstore in your area.