The Bite-Sized Learning events are designed by MCN’s Greater Minnesota team to keep us connected across the state. While the topics are chosen to meet the needs of Greater Minnesota, all are welcome here. Each event will have a short presentation along with plenty of time for networking and discussion on the designated topic.
This Bite- Sized Learning session will be covering Anti-Discrimination Advocacy and how to best utilize our voice.
The session will go over the following topics:
-The “why” behind the perpetuated existence of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of humans, especially those of marginalized communities
-Applicable discrimination policy, grievance steps, and claims submission awareness
-Protected classes under the Minnesota Human Rights Act
-Proactive actionable next steps towards compassionate accountability
-Key terms and definitions to bridge cultural and bureaucratic communications
Bring your questions and expertise on the topic- with our cameras and microphones on, we can stay connected, learn, and support one another.
RSVP for the event on Zoom.
Speaker Information
TaShonda Williamson has a diverse work history of showing up for people in vulnerable situations for over 20 years collectively in the medical, financial, and nonprofit fields. She has performed pro bono work as a family advocate with Minnesota Comeback, which worked to close the educational achievement gap as well as bridge youth and their families to applicable resources. She has also served as the madame chair-elect of the Cultural & Ethnic Communities Leadership Council of the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) - who advise DHS towards efforts of decreasing disparities particularly in marginalized communities. Currently, TaShonda serves as a director of the board for EdAllies - which pushes equity to ensure every young Minnesotan has access to a rigorous and engaging education.