Community
Friday, June 14, 12noon-1pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
Thursday, June 13, 10:30am-2pm, Frank W. Hale Black Cultural Center, 154 W. 12th Ave.
Black creativity is a common theme of Black joy and celebration, and Juneteenth is no exception. Juneteenth celebrations offer communities the opportunity to engage in the expression of Black joy and creativity while commemorating the ending of slavery across the United States. Black art has the power to narrate the lived experiences of Black Americans in a way that creates community with one another.
Wednesday, June 12, 7pm, Drexel Theatre, 2254 E. Main St.
As the 2024 election season enters high gear, the Drexel Theatre begins a new film series leading up to the election that examines how films and filmmakers have tackled political topics through the years. The film series, titled “Voices: A Century of Political Cinema,” will showcase a wide variety of films that brought the politics of their time to the screen. Each screening will be accompanied by commentary from a subject expert who will help guide the audience through the film’s historical and cinematic importance.
Wednesday, June 12, 6-8pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
Do you have questions about legally changing your or your child’s name and/or gender designation on various identity documents in Ohio? Join us for a free legal clinic!
Through the partnership of TransOhio and Equitas Health, with support from local community groups, the Ohio Name Change Legal Clinic offers confidential virtual discussions with trained volunteer attorneys to help you navigate the process! Come with all of your questions and leave with the paperwork you need.
Wednesday, June 12, 6pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
Wednesday, June 12, 12noon-1pm, The Ellis, 777 N. Fourth St.; this event will also be live-streamed on YouTube
Healthy nonprofit organizations are critical to any community. They address unmet needs, enrich our cultural life, and build social capital. With a panel of passionate leaders and advocates, we unpack the state of Central Ohio nonprofits at one of CMC’s most popular forums of the year.
Wednesday, June 12, 8:30am-2pm, Columbus Museum of Art, 480 E. Broad St.
The Columbus Community Relations Commission (CRC) presents “Advocacy in Action: Equality Beyond Borders.” This no-cost half-day forum provides insightful discussions and workshops for social workers, advocates, and residents regarding how to identify national origin discrimination and how to address it. Registration is limited to 75 individuals. Lunch, a light breakfast, and parking are provided.
Tuesday, June 11, 7pm, Stonewall Columbus, 1160 N. High St.
Tuesday, June 11, 7pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
Join the Healthcare for All Ohioans Ohio Health Equity Committee for a free workshop exploring rural disparities in healthcare access and how single-payer healthcare could change that.
Discussion points:
• The impact of rural living on healthcare access
• Personal stories from physicians serving in rural communities
• Potential benefits of single-payer healthcare for addressing rural healthcare disparities
• Question and answer session with Dr. Ulrich and his wife, Theresa
Tuesday, June 11, 5:30pm, this on-line event requires advance registration
Join a coalition of Ohio LGBTQ+ organizations for an informational and inspirational webinar about how we can unite against attacks on LGBTQ+ communities and take action in the upcoming election to protect our interests and advocate for fair, inclusive policies at every level of government. Ohio is Our Home, Too.
The coalition includes the ACLU of Ohio, Equality Ohio, Equitas Health, Human Rights Campaign, Kaleidoscope Youth Center, TransOhio, and Trans Allies of Ohio.