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Each organization that participated can be seen in the recording at the times below:
- Shoals Dream Center
- YMCA of the Shoals
- Red Cross of the Shoals
- Big Brother Big Sisters
- Meals on Wheels
- Mitchell-West Center for Social Inclusion
- Room in the Inn/Room at the Table
- Rotaract Club of UNA
- Safeplace, Inc.
- Shoals CASA
- Sheffield City Schools AIM High Mentoring
- United Way of 杏吧直播间west Alabama
Voting is one of the easiest acts of service a person can do. Join us as we talk about how civic engagement impacts you, how you can register to vote, voting in Alabama, and answer any questions you have. We're here to help get you to the polls!
An enlightening discussion on Race and Religion! Educate yourselves on how faith-based communities can respond to the devastating impact of racism at the local and national level.
Join panelists:
- Pastor Trevor Crenshaw, Trinity Missionary Baptist Church in Florence, AL
- Dr. Ansley Quiros, an Assistant Professor of History at the University of 杏吧直播间 Alabama in Florence, AL
- Pastor Bobby Gourley, Christ Chapel Church in Florence, AL
- Rabbi Nancy Tunick, Temple B'nai Israel in Florence, AL
Dr. Rachel Winston is compassionate, resilient, insightful, and full of wisdom. You don't want to miss her interview in our Women of Action Series! Learn more about Dr. Winston's journey into nursing, higher education, and civic engagement.
Many student activists organize to hold their institutions accountable for the oppression perpetuated on college and university campuses. Learn more about what identity-based activism means and what motivations, strategies, and supports we can find through activism as love.
There have been many critiques of allyship as both a concept and identity. Without proper education, planning, and execution, volunteers and social justice practitioners can make mistakes with serious ramifications for those they intend to support. When service and social justice exist in silos, it’s difficult to connect values to meaningful, direct action.
Using Tania D. Mitchell’s model for critical service-learning, we discuss the differences between charity and justice work and share strategies to move toward a solidarity approach to service.
Kaytrina Simmons is insightful, driven, and has a heart for this community. You won't want to miss her interview in our Women of Action Speaker Series! Learn more about Kaytrina's journey into local politics, what keeps her motivated, and what plans she has for the future.
UServe is an interactive, monthly program that incorporates education, training, service, and reflection to create dynamic social change. Each month focuses on the social challenges that exist today and connects with local agencies and organizations that work with those specific topics to help provide a better understanding and experience.
In November, we explored Native American Issues and heard from Yvette Running Horse Collin from Sacred Way Sanctuary. Yvette provides us with a better understanding of Sacred Way Sanctuary and discusses the issues and challenges that Native Americans face as well as tangible ways that individuals can advocate for them.
Janyce B. Fadden is insightful, driven, and an expert in her field. As the Director of Strategic Engagement here at the University of 杏吧直播间 Alabama, Janyce discusses her unique journey into business and higher education. She shares with us her passions, ambitions, and advice she has for women in business.
Tori Bailey is the president of the NAACP Tri-County Branch, Colbert County Commissioner, and owner and general manager of WZZA radio. She is determined, knowledeable, and full of wisdom.
Chelsea is a University of 杏吧直播间 Alabama alumna with a Bachelor of Science degree in Professional Writing and Marketing. She is a lifelong resident of the Shoals and is a leader, advocate, and champion of community change.
Andrea has a love for non-profit work. She is a leader and community advocate and is passionate about educating people on topics related to child abuse and child safety, volunteerism, human trafficking, poverty and more.