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The Phoenix Human Relations Commission and the Phoenix Equal Opportunity Department sponsor these noontime seminars for employees and the public as part of its "We're All on the Same Team" diversity awareness campaign. Tune in and hear dynamic people telling their stories about diversity in our community -- race, ethnicity, gender issues, disability awareness, religion and more. Presenters range from community activists, civic rights experts and human services professionals to artists, authors and poets.

African American Art
This segment in the "Brown Bag" Lunch Series features Oluwaseun Euler-Ajayi, a sculptor from Nigeria and owner of Lerado Arts and Designs in Phoenix, discussing his and other African artists' works and shares with the audience the sounds of the Yoruba talking drum.

African American History in Arizona
Join Dr. Keith Miller, associate professor at Arizona State University, as he discusses African American history in Arizona. Dr. Miller will focus on the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the civil rights movement.

African-Americans: The Quest for Freedom
Dr. Matthew C. Whitaker, assistant professor of history at ASU, weaves a story of the history of people of African descent.

African-American Chicano Cultures
Join Dr. Matthew Whitaker, assistant professor of History at ASU, as he discusses race relations in, "What Happened? African-American and Chicano Activism in Phoenix 1953-1990: A Historical Model of Collaboration and Difference."

African-American Soldiers and the Civil War
Dr. Matthew Whitaker, associate professor of history at Arizona State University, presents "African-American Soldiers and the Civil War". In this presentation, Whitaker will share information on the significant role of African American soldiers during the Civil War era.

African Drums
Join Dr. Mark Sunkett, a professor of music and an ethnomusicologist at ASU, as he leads an African drums ensemble and discusses African-American and African music.

America's Table: Thanksgiving Stories of Celebrating
Rabbi Maynard Bell, Arizona State University Professor Rebecca Tsosie, Jack Cavness, a student from Faith Hope School and others share their Thanksgiving stories. Members of the audience also are invited to share their own stories and traditions.

An Introduction to Islam: Its Faith, Culture and Traditions
What's it like to be a Muslim in the United States today? Join Imam Shamsid-Deen, leader of Masjid Jauharatul-Islam and the chair of the Phoenix Mayor's Islamic Advisory Group, Deedra Abboud and Imam Cemin Sabahadin as they share their experiences as Muslims and the challenges they face daily because of their beliefs.

Arizona Interfaith Movement
This segment in the series features Dr. Paul Eppinger, executive director of AIM, giving an overview of the 18 major faith groups included in the movement. Featured discussion includes how the faiths differ, the many ways in which they unite, and how AIM seeks to build unity in the community.

ARTability
Tune in to this newest show and hear Eileen Bagnall, accessibility coordinator for ARTability, discuss the program and how it serves as a bridge between arts organizations and individuals with disabilities. Also featured is a 15-minute theater program presented by the Detour Theatre Company, whose members all have developmental disabilities.

Arts, Culture and Customs of Korea
An overview of the Korean culture is the topic of this episode of the Brown Bag lunch series. Michelle Kim, president and founder of the Korean Cultural Center of Arizona, gives an overview of how the Korean community settled in the Phoenix area, and Dr. Joochul Kim, professor at Arizona State University, discusses Korean history and culture.

Bound for Freedom: History of the Underground Railroad
Join Dr. Matthew Whitaker, assistant professor of History at Arizona State University, as he discusses this network of secret routes by which African slaves in the 19th centuory attempted to escape to free states with the aid of abolitionists. The Underground Railroad has captured public imagination as a symbol of freedom, interracial cooperation and Black self-determination and resistance and figures prominently in American and African-American history.

Chinese and Pakistani Cultures
Join Lin Ling Lee of the Arizona Asian American Association and Arif Kazmi of the Pakistan Information and Cultural Organization in a discussion of the various customs and traditions of both of these cultures.

Civil Rights in Arizona: Impact of Brown v. Board of Education
Join Judge Elizabeth R. Finn, presiding city judge of the Glendale City Court and former Phoenix city court judge, as she discusses civil rights in Arizona. Featured specifically is discussion about how this U.S. Supreme Court case changed our nation's educational landscape.

Creative Power of the Mind
Join Dr. John Benson, a religious science minister, as he discusses how learning, faith and imagination create growth and intuitive guidance in personal and career affairs.

Cross Cultural Communication
Communication coach, Kristi Dee Doden, leads a panel discussion on how to better ahdnle difference, no matter the reason. Studies suggest 92 percent of all relationships eperience some form of conflict at one point or aother. But, when and how effectively you handle it is what is important. Having the skills to respectifully understand and dialogue with one another is a must.

Cultural Dances
Tune in and watch dancers from Folklorico-Y-Querido and the Arathi School of India perform traditional dances from their respective cultures.

Cultural Journey through Taiwan
The culture of Taiwan is a blend of traditional Chinese with significant Asian influences notably Japanese, and Western influences. The Taiwanese aboriginals also have a distinct culture. Fine arts, folk traditions, and popular culture embody traditional and modern, Asian, and Western motifs. One of Taiwan's greatest attractions is the National Palace Museum , which houses over 650,000 pieces of Chinese bronze, jade, calligraphy, painting, and porcelain

Eastern European Culture
Connie Marie Clemons and the musical group, "Europa," along with the Phoenix International Folk Dancers, explore the culture of Eastern Europe through music and dance. Their music conjures up the spirit of the Romany Trail - sultry violin, mystical guitar, enchanting flutes, cryptic bass and driving drums. Influences are from Hungary, Romania, Greece, Turkey and Bulgaria as well as many parts of the Americas.

Flamenco Traditions
Flamenco dance is a blend of Spanish, Gypsy and Moorish cultures and widely performed by the Andalusia people from Southern Spain. Tune in and watch professional dancer and teacher Linda Machado as she performs Flamenco dances from various regions of Spain including the Zambra, a dance with Moorish influence.

From Africa to America
Tune in and hear Sule Issufi, the chief of an African country who makes his home here in Phoenix, talk about his journey from Africa to the U.S. and how he rules his country from thousands of miles away.

Guam and Micronesia
Merci Hernandez and Claudia Fajardo-Kaercher, Chamoru (Guam) natives and Phoenix residents present the Chamoru and Micronesian culture through narrative and dances. A video of Chamorros performing native dances at the Aloha Festival will be shown.

Hawaiian Hula Dancing
Pele, the Hawaiian volcano goddess, makes her home in an active volcano and her stories are of a woman of power, a woman whose actions shape and reshape the earth. Tune in and hear her stories told through the ancient art of hula in a presentation by Kaimikahu Valdez, well known hula teacher, storyteller and director of local dance group Kaimikahu's Hale O Hula.

Hawaiian Quilting
Tune in and hear author and retired librarian Annette Mahon discuss her passion for quilting in "The Cultural and Historical Aspects of Hawaiian Quilting." Ms. Mahon, a native of Hilo, Hawaii, includes quilting in her mystery novels which feature a group of women who solve mysteries over a quilting frame.

History of Christmas
"The History of Christmas" presented by Pastor Warren H. Stewart Sr., senior pastor of the First Institutional Baptist Church, traces the evolution of the holiday from Roman times to the present and the development of many Christmas traditions. The First Institutional Baptist Church Choir performs "How Majestic" and 'O Holy Night'.

India from an Outsider's Perspective
Jody Kent will share her life-changing, six-week journey through India as an ambassador on a Rotary Foundation exchange. Starting at the Taj Mahal on New Year's Day through her visit to the southern coast where the most devastation from the tsunami occurred, she was inspired by the Indian people's resilience. She stay in homes of Indian families and learned first- hand about arranged marriages, spiritual practices and daily life.

Inside Vietnam: A Cultural Overview
Get an overview of Vietnamese culture in this latest in the Faces of Diversity Brown Bag lunch series as Mong-Tuyen Nguyen, Anh Thu Hoang and others share their Vietnamese heritage through dance and music. Featured are displays of traditional clothing, artifacts and food.

Internment in a WWII American Japanese Detention Camp (Part 1)
Mr. Inoshita recounts his experience as a Japanese-American in an Arizona Internment camp during WWII and how his life changed when he joined the U.S. Army.

Internment in a WWII American Japanese Detention Camp (Part 2)
Mr. Inoshita continues to discuss his experiences as a Japanese-American during World World II.

Irish Culture
Tune in and discover the culture, history and music of the Emerald Isles as presented by members of the Irish Cultural Center. Discussion includes the Book of Kells, traditional Irish cottages and arts and crafts.

Judaism on one Foot
Join Rabbi Robert Kravitz as he discusses Jewish holidays and history.

Latinos and Urban Change
Dr. Miguel Montiel, professor emeritus at Arizona State University, provides an overview of the changing demographics of the U.S. urban environment, with particular emphasis on the City of Phoenix. He also examines various societal perspectives about such areas as social services, education, and healthcare, and their implications for problem assessment and policy responses.

"Mama's Boy to Man of the House: The Make Up of ONe Modern Man"
Thomas Walker, Assistant Directorof the Inter-Group Relations Center at Arizona State University, shares stories of growing up, learning how many aspects of identity and modern life help shape what it means to 'be a man today'.

Matthew Henson Transformation
Matthew Henson was Phoenix's first public housing project built for the city's African-American residents and has been home to some of the community's noted politicians, leaders and educators. Tune in and hear historian Jean Reynolds and former resident Mildred Moore discuss the creation and current transformation of the housing project.

Mexican American Struggle for Civil Liberties
On this segment, hear Dr. David Sanchez, eduator and author, discuss the history of the Mexican-American struggle for civil rights in the United States.

Native American Storytelling
Tune in and watch a display of traditional American Indian storytelling as the Intertribal Theatre Project of Arizona performs "Coyote Trails." The theatre troupe, led by managing director and founder Dr. Paul Rathbun, has performed for the public in Arizona and Colorado since 1997.

Navajos: Black Clouds Will Rise
Tune in and hear Dr. Peter Iverson, professor of history at Arizona State University, give an overview of the Navajo experience from 1868 to the present, emphasizing the ability of the Dine' to remember past promises, commemorate past events, recall past sacrifices, realize past hopes and to encourage new imagination and new inspiration so that the Navajo Nation may continue.

Racial and Ethnic Desparities in Healthcare
City of Phoenix Human Relations Commissioner Janey Pearl, R. J. Shannon and Zipatley Mendoza, from the Arizona Department of Health Services/Health Disparities office along with Anna Alonzo of Mountain Park Community Health Center, Cheryl Hunter a community organizer, Olga Davis, Ph.D. of the Southwest Interdisciplinary Research Center at Arizona State University and Lloyd Asato from the Asian Pacific Community in Action, will discuss the existence of racial and ethnic disparities in health care.

Realities of Native American Life
Chris Kyselka, a Dine Navajo, will share her thoughts on the realities of Native American life. Teepees, slot machines and reservations are common associations with Native Americans but for many, like Kyselka, these stereotypes are not always accurate. She will describe her challenging journey from the reservation to college and urban life and how she maintains ties to her heritage.

Remembering Our Indian School Days
Tune in and hear Wendy Weston, archivist at the Heard Museum, discuss her experience growing up in an indian boarding school. Weston seeks not only to examine the impact of the widespread effort to "Americanize" American Indians in the late 19th century but also to inform and promote respect and appreciation for the cultural heritage of Native peoples.

Season's Faith Celebrations
This newest show features Dr. Paul Eppinger, executive director of the Arizona Interfaith Movement, and representatives of various faiths, in a discussion about religious celebrations and holidays.

The Diné Culture
This segment features Freddie Johnson, Intergenerational Navajo language and culture instructor at the Phoenix Indian Center, presenting a view of the Navajo people. Discussion includes the self-identity of the Navajo/Diné oral traditions and the importance of the Navajo language.

The Holocaust: A Survivor's Story
Helen Handler, a Valley resident, recently spoke of her experiences of endurance and determination to rebuild her life after the Holocaust. Tune in and hear how this survivor maintained her values and dignity during her internment at two Nazi concentration camps during WWII.

The Real Meaning of Cinco de Mayo
Stella Pope Duarte, award-winning author and community activist, will present "The Real Meaning of Cinco de Mayo". More than fiestas, 'happy hour' and pinatas,the celebration of Cinco de Mayo is a link to the rich heritage of Mexico and its famous hero Benito Juarez.

The Shoe Woman's Network
On this latest show in the Brown Bag Lunch series, join four women from various cultural backgrounds as they share their life stories with wisdom, insight, humor and courage.

The Urban Native Americans: Who Are They?
Tune in and hear Debra Yellowjohn, project director/lead organizer of the Native American Community Organizing Project, discuss the plight of urban Native Americans and provide insight into how traditional and mainstream lifestyles have affected them.

The Cuban Experience
Mr. Eduardo Martinez shares a personal perspective of his childhood and education in Cuba and also on today's Cuban youth and the country's economic crisis.

Tonga Culture and Traditions
Sione Hola discusses life in Tonga today and the unique customs, cuisine and history of a Pacific Island culture. Family members will provide music and perform "lakalaka" traditional Tongan dancing. Handcrafted items from the island also will be displayed.

Understanding the Effects of Human Trafficking
Over the past decade, trafficking in human beings around the world has reached epidemic proportions. Tune in and hear Melynda Barnhart of the Arizona League to End Regional Trafficking discuss how traffickers are different from smugglers and how our law enforcement agencies are dealing with it.

White Mountain Apache History and Culture
Dr. Karl Hoerig, director of the White Mountain Apache Cultural Center and Museum, discusses the history of Fort Apache and the tribe's ongoing efforts to revitalize the center as a place for the celebration and education of the Apache culture.

Window on Africa
Learn about the traditions and culture of the Ghanian population through the display and description of an art collection belonging to Erika Amoako-Agyei. Ms. Amoako-Agyei will discuss how the art communicates the cultural symbolism and beliefs of the people.