ActionDignity Hosted Inspiring Event for the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
On March 20, ActionDignity brought together over 100 changemakers for a powerful evening of solidarity, learning, and action in recognition of the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. The event served as a vital space for discussion on dismantling systemic and institutional racism, amplifying the voices of racialized communities, and shaping policy advocacy efforts.
We were honored to welcome distinguished speakers who led insightful conversations:
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Honorable Jyoti Gondek, Mayor of the City of Calgary
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Nellie Alcaraz, ActionDignity Board Member
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Dr. Yahya El-Lahib, Associate Professor, University of Calgary (Keynote Speaker)
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Milton Ortega, Chair of Centro Latino
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Cesar Agudelo, Board Member of Centro Latino, Lawyer, and Founder of Camino Law Group
A special thank you to the many community members who actively participated in group discussions on the City of Calgary’s Anti-Racism Strategic Framework. Your contributions will continue to inform and strengthen our collective advocacy for meaningful policy change.
Together, we reaffirm our commitment to building a more just and inclusive society. Stay engaged with ActionDignity as we continue working towards systemic change!
