​The LBCC Department of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is excited ​to co-sponsor and invite you to a Conversation Project: ​Why are there so few Black people in Oregon?

The​ host​s will be​ Occupy Albany,  the Rural Organizing Project, and the Oregon Humanities.  Co-sponsored by the Albany Human Relations Commission and Linn-Benton Community College Department of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion.

Have you ever wondered why the Black population in Oregon is so small?  Oregon has a history not only of Black exclusion and discrimination, but also of a vibrant Black culture that helped sustain many communities throughout the state—a history that is not taught in schools. Author and educator Walidah Imarisha will lead participants through an interactive timeline of Black history in Oregon that speaks to the history of race, identity, and power in this state and the nation. Participants will discuss how history, politics, and culture have shaped—and will continue to shape—the landscape not only for Black Oregonians but all Oregonians.

When:  Sunday September 7, 4pm-6pm

Where: Albany Main Library Community Room 2450 14th Ave. SE Albany, OR 97322

A copy of the flyer is linked here.  Contact Peter Goodman 541-981-2882  for more information.

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