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UPCOMING EVENTS
Social Justice is defined in terms of the distribution of wealth, opportunities, and privileges within society (Oxford Dictionary).
Bristol’s Multicultural Affairs department is committed to the cause of ‘Social Justice’ by providing actionable items and education opportunities about various social justice issues. Please continue viewing this page to learn about the different Social Justice initiatives currently taking place.
Bristol Stands Against LGBTQIA+ Hate and Violence
Fast Action Forum: Club Q Shooting
Thursday, Dec. 1, 1 p.m. via Zoom
In response to the tragic Club Q shooting, we will be holding an open forum for the Bristol community on Thursday, December 1, 2022 at 1 p.m. via zoom.
All students, faculty, and staff are invited to attend this virtual event as this will provide a space to come together as a community and provide support for all of us who need to feel a sense of togetherness and direction as a college community.
If you are unable to join for this gathering, please know the Student Affairs Office, including the Multicultural Center, is available for you to receive support.
Social Justice Statements from our College Community
A Message from President Laura L. Douglas.
Upcoming Multicultural Affairs
Social Justice Forums
The Women's Center and Multicultural Affairs will be hosting the first Social Justice Forum of Fall 2022 on Wednesday, September 21 at 2:30 - 4 p.m. via Zoom. This will be a panel discussion on Reproductive Justice: A Conversation on the Past and Future of Reproductive Care. The forum will address education, awareness, and accessibility regarding reproductive justice.
Professor Robyn Worthington of Behavioral & Social Sciences and Education will speak on the history of women's rights. In addition, there will be panelists from local community organizations who will provide information on advocacy and access to those seeking various types of reproductive care.
For more information, please contact Elisabetta.Misuraca@Bristolcc.edu or Melissa.Rogers@Bristolcc.edu.
About Multicultural Affairs Social Justice Forums
Several Social Justice Forums were held during the summer and fall of 2020. The forums presented various themes that included the intersectionality of Race within women's, immigrants', LGBTQ+, mental health, and disability rights. The forums also focused on racial injustice, education inequity, and criminal justice and policing.
The forums were inspired shortly after the tragic death of George Floyd, which sparked massive protests across the country. The forums' outlook is to bring awareness to social inequities, create positive change and develop solutions to the barriers that exist in our country for marginalized groups.
The end goal is to build a viable community of partnerships in the spirit of social justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion work (DEI).
Social Justice Video Playlist
To view previous Social Justice Forums, please visit our Social Justice YouTube Playlist.
Social Justice Tool Box
Please click on the links below to access Social Justice resource videos, books, articles, PowerPoints, podcasts, and more by theme/topic!
- A difficult and Necessary Conversation about the George Floyd Tragedy
- The Black Male Experience
- The Latino Male Experience
- Policing, Criminal Justice & Race
- Race, Disability, and Mental Health Rights
- Race & Educational Inequity
- Race & LGBTQ+ Rights
- Race & Immigrant Rights
- Race & Women’s Rights
Social Justice Newsletter
Beyond the forums, the Multicultural Affairs staff is committed to creating a community through our Social Justice Newsletters. The intent of these newsletters is to bring readers actionable items, resources, and networks associated with forum topics and social justice.
Additional Information
Please contact the Multicultural Affairs Department below for further questions/information about Multicultural Affairs Social Justice Initiatives.
Melissa Rogers, Student Activity Officer, Multicultural Student Center
Email: Melissa.Rogers@BristolCC.edu | Phone: 774.357.2230
Donnie Taveras, Diversity Engagement Officer, Multicultural Affairs/Admissions
Email: Donnie.Taveras@BristolCC.edu