Among the 40 or so attendees, we were young and not-so-young, introverted and extroverted, white and people of color, straight and queer, but we all had one thing in common.
We yearned for community.
Category Archives: diversity
Juneteenth Community Celebration This Weekend!
Juneteenth is an annual holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States that has been celebrated by the Black and African American community since the late 1800s.
This year’s community-wide celebration, co-sponsored by the City of Fort Collins and local partners, takes place at Foothills Mall all weekend, June 14-16, with live music, dance, art, theater, health & wellness, cultural performances, educational exhibits, vendor market, food trucks, and more.
2023 Winter Solstice
GRATITUDE: Special thanks to volunteer extraordinaire MK for checking every link and re-organizing our Resources into categories on an attractive new landing page!
PODCAST: Would you like to help explore the possibility of producing a limited-series Diverse Fort Collins podcast in late 2024? We seek volunteers with podcast production experience or the time and energy to learn. We’re eager to meet this spring to discuss guest speakers and format ideas. Email diversefoco@gmail.com with “Podcast” in the subject line.
2023 Autumn Equinox
DFC Friends, We hope you’re enjoying autumn! Two quick and important messages: 1. We need more diversity on City of Fort Collins Boards and Commissions. Please considering registering and attending the first Boards and Commissions Open House on Monday, Nov. 6, and applying! 2. Your vote matters. Vote on Nov. 7 by mailing your ballotContinue reading “2023 Autumn Equinox”
2023 Summer Solstice
Feminist Friendship Workshop: Let’s learn how to be better friends to each other. Seating is limited to 20 people. Register today!
2023 Spring Equinox
Photo: Horsetooth Reservoir thawing, March 11.
Rebirth, renewal, awakening…whatever you think of spring and however you chose to celebrate it (or not), March 20 marks the start of something new.
What did you lose during the winter months? What did you gain? How have you changed?
Upcoming Events in Fort Collins!
Re-posted from City of Fort Collins Equity & Inclusion Office: https://www.fcgov.com/equity/ Dear Fort Collins Community, There is too much grief across the nation to stay silent on these matters. Communities and families are deeply suffering and collectively we are all scarred from the recent horrific acts of violence, particularly those directed toward communities of color.Continue reading “Upcoming Events in Fort Collins!”
Announcement: Share Your Story
Diverse Fort Collins elevates the voices of people who live, work, and play in our community.
In partnership with Diverse Fort Collins, Northern Colorado Writers will continue our work in sharing diverse voices.
Podcasts: A User’s Guide
Podcasts: A User’s Guide by Linae Warden. I was inspired to write this guide by a Diverse Fort Collins friend who is interested in listening to podcasts but doesn’t know where to start.
Community Voices: Diane Jones
From “Transitioned” by Diane Jones.
…when you are trans, there is nowhere to hide. Not that I want to hide, I am out and proud, but a large part of the status quo does not agree with it or understand it. I get pointed at, stared at, laughed at, whispered about, or just plain ignored. I hear comments like, “You see her over there? That’s a dude!” or simply a head shaking “Damn!”
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