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COVID-19 Update: We continue to monitor the novel coronavirus pandemic. Board member, Dr. Alta Price, MD, asks that we follow CDC guidelines regarding mask-wearing. Fully-vaccinated people at out-of-doors events are not required to wear masks, but may choose to do so.
Events listed on our website and calendar will clearly state whether they will be in-person, via Zoom or phone-in.
Our Office Manager, Julie, can set up Zoom meetings on behalf of members or affiliates. Contact her via pacgoffice@gmail.com, her cell (563-508-2209) or the PACG Office (563-676-7580).
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Note: Although we schedule the WEU for Tuesday morning delivery, submissions to the WEU are due by noon on the Sunday before publication.
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"Race, Adolescence and Trauma" Webinar - After Action Report
Resources and Additional Recording Viewing Options
...And More Action Ahead!
(first published 06/29/2021)
Juvenile Justice Coalition of the Quad Cities and Others
Several months ago, PACG’s Board of Directors member, Loxi Hopkins, attended an online conference where she had the opportunity to hear an amazing presentation on “Race, Adolescence, and Trauma” by Professor Kristin Henning of Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. Loxi was so inspired by this presentation, that she suggested at our next Board meeting that we should sponsor a webinar for our Quad City community. She knew that this could be useful as a tool to bring greater understanding and future action for those of us working locally for marginalized children.
We reached out to other local organizations, and soon Juvenile Justice Coalition of the QCA, Davenport NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People), LULAC (League of United Latin American Citizen) Council 10, One Human Family QCA, and UUCQC (Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Quad Cities) agreed to cosponsor a free webinar with PACG. As a group, we wanted a balance of citizens, as well as educators, law enforcement, local elected officials, and social service agencies in attendance.
After months of planning, we were proud to offer a 90-minute webinar on Tuesday, June 22nd. The “Race, Adolescence, and Trauma” Zoom webinar was attended by almost 200 people (132 devices logged in, but we know that many of them involved groups of people watching together). After the presentation, Professor Henning answered some of the many questions submitted by the attendees.
If you were fortunate enough to attend the webinar, we know that you found that the information and ideas were presented clearly and logically, and in an engaging manner. Professor Henning touched upon ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences and Adverse Community Environments); perceptional and reactional differences of youth of color; analysis of national and local communities regarding disparities in responses (suspensions/detentions/law enforcement response) to perceived infractions by youth of color, and much more. Her facts were supported by dedicated research and numerous studies. She also suggested some logical solutions to shrinking the chasm between treatment of white and minority youth. Read more at our blog post to see resources that were shared by Professor Henning, two ways to see a recording of the entire webinar, and our plans for future action.
A follow-up meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 6, will allow us to begin working on needed local changes. Registration for that meeting will be available after the webinar.
Please spread the word to your communities about the importance of this work and how people can get involved.
Julie Ross
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"Race, Adolescence and Trauma" Webinar Follow-Up Work Thursday, July 1st and Tuesday, July 6th at 7:00 pm
(first published 06/22/2021)
Online and
2930 Locust St
Davenport, IA (map)
Juvenile Justice Coalition of the Quad Cities
A partnership between the Juvenile Justice Coalition of the Quad Cities, LULAC Council 10, Davenport NAACP, One Human Family QCA, Progressive Action for the Common Good and the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of the Quad Cities is sponsoring the "Race, Adolescence and Trauma" webinar with Professor Kristin Henning.
If you were unable to attend the webinar, you can still help us make change in our local communities. PACG will rebroadcast the webinar on Thursday, July 1st at 7:00 pm.
Please register for this Zoom meeting here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/raceadolesencetraumarebroadcast
If you attended the original webinar or watched the rebroadcast, you are invited to a meeting in which we hope to implement some of the suggestions that Professor Henning gave us. This meeting will be on Tuesday, July 6th at 7:00 pm at Metropolitan Community Church of the QC (2930 Locust St in Davenport).
Please join us to continue this important work. If you have questions, contact PACG Office Manager Julie Ross.
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Obamacare Enrolls One Million For Insurance Coverage!
(first published 06/15/2021)
Health Care Reform Forum
The Biden Administration's new enrollment period for health insurance via the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has added 1,000,000 Americans to the insurance rolls. They have also increased premium subsidies for low-income families making insurance even more affordable. The special enrollment period has been extended through August 15th. If you know anyone you think may be uninsured, encourage them to check out the options available in the ACA by logging on to Healthcare.gov. Informational flyers are available for download.
Spanish Version
English Version
Pictured here is our Forum member, Deb Sperry, posting flyers at the Eldridge Library. Contact PACG's office manager if you would like flyers to distribute.
Frank Samuelson
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Health Care Reform Forum
A Message to Our Membership
(first published 06/29/2021)
ACA Wins!!
On Thursday, June 17, 2021, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld the Affordable Care Act for the third time, leaving in place the broad provisions of the law enacted by Congress in 2010. The vote was 7 to 2. The decision threw out the challenge that Texas, and other objecting states, were not harmed in any way. "To have standing, a plaintiff must 'allege personal injury fairly traceable to the defendant's allegedly unlawful conduct and likely to be redressed by the requested relief,' " the majority wrote. "No plaintiff has shown such an injury 'fairly traceable' to the 'allegedly unlawful conduct' challenged here.”
The Biden administration has increased subsidies for lower income families and both ACA marketplace insurance and Medicaid coverage have reached record levels. We advocate that providing a “public option” would further strengthen the Affordable Care Act.
Julie Ross
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Monthly Celebration - Plastic-Free July
Join the Plastic-Free Challenge
(first published 06/29/2021)
Environmental Forum
(Click on the image above for a downloadable flyer)
Plastic pollution has become one of the most pressing environmental issues. We are overwhelming this planet with plastic wastes, especially single-use plastics. Join the Plastic-Free July Challenge, and be part of the solution to this global problem.
Susan Leuthauser
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Environmental Forum Monthly Meeting
Monday, July 5th at 6:30 pm via Zoom
Via Zoom
(first published 06/29/2021)
Environmental Forum
We welcome newcomers to our Forum.
Meeting Topics include:
- ‘Take Action’ Calendar ~ Plastic Free July / Pollinators August
- QC Plastics Free / Straw Free a sub-group of the Earth Coalition
- Possible Ann Corbi Memorial Event Ideas (Plastics Free QC)
- Climate Resolution City of …….. (Rock Island, Silvis, Bettendorf)
- Quad Cities Environmental Justice LiveLeadFreeQC.org
- Up-date Forum webpage w/ Earth Fair 2021 exhibitor photos
Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/environmentalforummeeting
Shirley Johnson
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July Green Drinks
Tuesday, July 6th at 5:00 pm
Via Zoom
(first published 06/22/2021)
Environmental Forum
(Click the image above for a printable pdf file)
Join us at our virtual Green Drinks on Tuesday, July 6th. Silvis 4th Ward Alderman Joshua Dyer will share with us what he learned from the solar array project, which is now providing 98% of the electricity for their Police Department.
Please register in advance: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/julygreendrinks
Susan Leuthauser
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Juvenile Justice Coalition Meeting
Friday, July 9th at 4:00 pm
Via Zoom
(first published 06/29/2021)
Juvenile Justice Coalition
The Juvenile Justice Coalition will meet Friday, July 9th at 4 pm. We discuss issues affecting youth in our community. With a move forward toward a new Juvenile Detention Center (jail) in Scott County, our work has become even more important. Join us to discuss this and our efforts to promote a Juvenile Assessment Center (distinct and separate from a juvenile jail).
Contact Michael Guster for a Zoom link.
Michael Guster
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Health Care Reform Forum Meeting
Wednesday, July 14th at 2:30 pm
(In-Person or Via Zoom)
St. John's Lutheran Church
4501 7th Ave, Rock Island, IL (map)
(first published 06/15/2021)
Health Care Reform Forum
The Health Care Reform Forum will hold its monthly meeting on Wednesday, July 14th at 2:30 pm. We will continue to discuss lowering drug costs, affordable care and Covid updates. All are welcome to join our discussion.
We plan to begin hybrid meetings - in-person and via Zoom.
Contact Julie Ross to let her know if you plan to attend in-person or if you would like the Zoom link.
Dates for future meetings are Wednesdays, August 11th and September 8th. All meetings are held at 2:30 pm.
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Juvenile Justice Coalition
Thursday, July 1st, Tuesday, July 6th
at 7:00 pm and Other Times
Online
(first published 06/29/2021)
Knowledge is a key component for creating a better future for our youth.
Each week I submit podcast/documentary/book suggestions for "No Hate in Our States" to enhance understanding of racial disparity in our country. This week I am submitting the rebroadcast of the "Race, Adolescence, and Trauma" webinar originally offered on June 22nd. If you had the chance to watch the webinar, you know that it was a valuable tool in gaining understanding to some of the adverse social institutions that make difficult the lives and futures of our youth of color. Seeds of social change were suggested, but we need to gain collective knowledge and combine our energy to realize such change in our communities.
I encourage you to watch - or rewatch - this webinar. There are two ways to do this!
PACG will rebroadcast the webinar on Thursday, July 1st at 7:00 pm.
Please register for this Zoom meeting here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/raceadolescencetraumarebroadcast You will receive a link to log in via email after registration.
Due to the generosity of Professor Henning, you may register to watch a recording of the webinar at your own convenience. The recording will be available until 5:00 pm on July 6th. Registration for viewing this copyrighted video can be made here: https://pacg.z2systems.com/np/clients/pacg/eventRegistration.jsp?event=511& You may share this registration link with others who may benefit from viewing.
Please invite friends and colleagues to register to view the recording in either of these ways!
If you attended the original webinar or watched the rebroadcast or recording, you are also invited to a meeting in which we hope to implement some of Professor Henning's suggestions. We will brainstorm and discuss ways to make change locally. This meeting will be Tuesday, July 6th 7:00 pm at the Metropolitan Community Church of the QC (2930 West Locust St in Davenport map).
Please help continue this important work. If you have questions, contact me, PACG Office Manager Julie Ross.
Julie Ross
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“Sanctuary”
Online
(first published 06/22/2021)
The podcast This Criminal presents an array of stories about “crimes”— some are illegal and immoral by almost any standard, some are “crimes” in relation to unjust laws and social conditions. From the ACLU of New York: the podcast is..."An unexpected and critical look at true crime that often leaves you questioning the criminal legal system and always shows there is more to the story."
From the description of this episode, Sanctuary - “After 32 years in the United States, José Chicas was told he had to leave. He bought a plane ticket to El Salvador, but then a local church offered another option.”
Listen here: https://thisiscriminal.com/episode-164-sanctuary-5-7-2021/
Julie Ross
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Essential Listening: “1619” Podcast
Online
(first published 06/15/2021)
Much of the move to ban the teaching of “Critical Race Theory” at public schools and universities began with the New York Times' Pulitzer-Prize winning 1619 Project.
Hosted by Iowa native, Nikole Hannah-Jones, this project (according to the New York Times) “examines the long shadow of American slavery.”
Once again, PACG encourages you to stay informed by reading the transcripts and/or listening to the podcast: nytimes.com/1619podcast
Julie Ross
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Three Documentaries to Watch About the Tulsa Race Massacre: NPR
Online
(first published 06/01/2021)
From this NPR story: “June 1st marks the 100th anniversary for one of the worst acts of racial violence in American history, the Tulsa Race Massacre. Back in 1921, a mob of white people tore down and burned the Greenwood district of Tulsa, Okla. — a segregated part of the city so prosperous and bustling, it was known as Black Wall Street.”
NPR reviews three important documentaries about this disturbing period in our history as a nation.
https://www.npr.org/2021/05/30/1000923192/3-documentaries-you-should-watch-about-the-tulsa-race-massacre
Julie Ross
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Racial Equality Now! Rally
Saturdays from 12:00 noon - 12:30 pm
The Slumberland/Party City Corner of
John Deere RD & 16th ST
Moline, IL (across from South Park Mall) (map)
(first published 06/16/2020)
Note: We will continue to gather every Saturday unless there is lightning from an active thunderstorm.
Civil Rights Forum
Join us every Saturday to stand up for the rights of Black People, specifically, and all People of Color in the United States of America! The purpose of this local Racial Equality Now! Rally is to support the current movement for racial equality and justice that has spread across this country, and to ensure that it keeps going for as long as it takes to see real and meaningful progress toward racial equality in America.
The half-hour you spend with us is empowering and unifying.
If you join us on Saturday, please wear a mask and expect to participate in social distancing. (Note: We were all vaccinated and stood closer for just a few minutes while taking this photo.)
Although I made a few extra signs, please bring some of your own if you can. Ideas for signs include “Honk for Justice,” Honk for Equality,” “Black Lives Matter,” “I Can’t Breathe!,” “Let’s Talk!,” “No Hate in Our State,” or “No More Deaths,” and many others.
There is always parking in the adjoining Slumberland/Party City/Enterprise parking lot, so please bring a friend and join us to help promote racial justice and equality for all People of Color! If you can’t make it this Saturday, join us on Saturdays as often as you can. Together we can make a difference!
Caryn Unsicker
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