The Humanitarium: Center for Culture & Diversity 2008-09 Diversity Directory for the Bluegrass Region Appearing in this edition of the Diversity Directory are more than 100 organizations whose missions promote multiculturalism and honor the rich heritage of the diverse communities that are found in the Bluegrass Region of Kentucky. All of the organizations listed are dedicated to improving their communities through programs that promote diversity, reject intolerance and honor integration of all people into their community. The Bluegrass Region consists of the seventeen county area comprised by Anderson, Bourbon, Boyle, Clark, Fayette, Franklin, Harrison, Jessamine, Madison, Marion, Mercer, Montgomery, Nelson, Nicholas, Powell, Scott and Woodford counties. Most of these counties are served by organizations listed in this directory. Many of the organizations listed in this year’s Directory are grassroots organizations that depend upon volunteers not only to serve on their Boards and raise funds, but also to answer phones and help run their programs. It is therefore our hope that their inclusion in the Diversity Directory will help them better achieve their programmatic, public relations and fundraising goals. Please contact our office if you know of additions or changes that should be made to this directory. The Humanitarium:
Center for Culture & Diversity
Who we are and what we do. The Humanitarium: Center for Culture & Diversity is a non-profit 501(c)(3) educational organization dedicated to eliminating bias and increasing diversity awareness through arts and education within the Bluegrass Region of Kentucky. We are involved in the following programs to help meet this goal: Diversity Directory: The Directory includes organizations that promote diversity and inclusion, reject intolerance and honor the diversity found in the Bluegrass Region of Kentucky. The directory is printed bi-annually. Additional copies of the Diversity Directory are available free of charge at the office of The Humanitarium located 110 North Upper Street, Lexington, KY 40507. Teacher Training: In March of 2008 The Humanitarium, in collaboration with the Anti-Defamation League, University of Kentucky College of Education and the Central Kentucky Jewish Federation, will provide a free one day training to local teachers. Echoes and Reflections: A Multimedia Curriculum on the Holocaust is a joint project of the ADL, the USC Shoah Foundation Institute and Yad Vashem. Past Projects include: Facing History and Ourselves (FHAO): The Humanitarium has spearheaded the effort bringing a nationally acclaimed diversity education curriculum to Central Kentucky schools. The organization has raised funds and coordinated programs to train over 60 middle and high school educators in the methodology of Facing History & Ourselves, a 27- year old nonprofit whose mission is to engage students of diverse backgrounds in a historical examination of racism, prejudice and anti-Semitism in order to promote the development of a more humane and informed citizenry. Lexington Stories: Unsung Heroes: Throughout 2005 and 2006, using a citywide nomination and jury process, 12 previously unheralded Lexington citizens were selected as heroes. Their stories were told in two photographic public art projects; a fine art exhibit held at ArtsPlace in September 2006 and a series of traveling exhibits which coveed the city from October 2006 through the spring of 2007. Additionally city buses ran with the photographs for six months.Their portraits were captured by Blythe Jamieson, acclaimed local photographer.
Administrative Office of the Courts, Minority Affairs Office KY Court of Justice (part of Adm. Office of the Courts) Area Health Education Centers (AHEC) Asociación de Hispanos Unidos (AHU)/Lexington Hispanic Association, Inc. Berea Interfaith Taskforce for Peace – Peacecraft-One World Gifts Bharatiya Temple and Cultural Center Bluegrass Community & Technical College Bluegrass Farmworker Health Center (BFHC) Bluegrass Global Affairs Association (BGAA) Bluegrass Indo-American Civic Society Building a United Interfaith Lexington through Direct Action- BUILD The Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning Central Kentucky Council for Peace and Justice Central Kentucky Jewish Federation – Community Relations Committee Community Ventures Corporation (CVC) Downtown Christian Unity Task Force Explorium of Lexington (Lexington Children’s Museum) The Gay Lesbian Service Organization (GLSO) Georgetown College – Underground Railroad Research Institute (URRI) Get On Board (United Way of the Bluegrass) Girl Scouts-Wilderness Road Council Global Cultural Resources and Family Counseling The Humanitarium: Center for Culture & Diversity The Interfaith Alliance of the Bluegrass Isaac Scott Hathaway Museum, Inc. Kentuckians For The Commonwealth (KFTC) Kentucky Association of Chinese American Professionals Kentucky Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights Kentucky Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Kentucky Commission on Human Rights Kentucky Conference for Community and Justice (KCCJ) Kentucky Domestic Violence Association The Kentucky Battered Immigrant and Refugee Women Task Force, (part of Kentucky Domestic Violence Association) Kentucky Islamic Resource Group Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Kentucky River Foothills Community Action Partnership LexArts (Formerly Lexington Arts & Cultural Council) Lexington Fair Housing Council Lexington-Fayette County Health Department - Health Equity Program Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government Multicultural Affairs Lexington-Fayette Urban County Human Rights Commission Lexington Hearing and Speech Center Lexington Leadership Foundation Lexington Philharmonic Society Living Arts and Science Center Maxwell Street Legal Clinic\Asistencia Legal de Maxwell Street Midway College International Club National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Branch 3097 Northeast Lexington Initiative - NELI Office for Hispanic Ministry, Roman Catholic Diocese of Lexington Partners for Youth Foundation (PFY) Commonwealth Institute for Parent Leadership (part of Prichard Committee) Race, Community & Child Welfare Initiative (RCCW) Reach Educational Assistance for Community Housing - REACH, Inc. Sisohpromatem Art Foundation, Inc. (SAF, Inc) Spiritual Growth Network (SGN) Unitarian Universalist Church of Lexington University of Kentucky Counseling & Testing Center University of Kentucky Women’s Place Violence Intervention and Prevention (VIP) Center (part of Women’s Place) The Martin Luther King, Jr. Cultural Center Office of International Affairs (OIA) Urban League of Lexington-Fayette County
Administrative Office of the Courts – Minority Affairs Office Priscilla Johnson
It is the mission of the Office of Minority Affairs to serve the diverse communities of Kentucky by developing programs to: assist with overcoming language barriers, increase areness and understanding of the judicial process and provide leadership to meet these goals to eliminate any discriminatory condition based on race, creed, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status or national origin. The administrative Office of the Courts supports equal opportunity for all. Mr. Jean-Joseph Saulnerond The Kentucky Court of Justice provides interpreting services during court proceedings or directly related actions. The Kentucky Court of Justice also must comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act by providing certified ASL interpreters for the deaf and hard of hearing. Vincent Van Fleet & Susan
Underwood, Interim Executive Directors AIDS Volunteers, Inc. is committed to providing education, outreach and advocacy about HIV and AIDS in Central and Eastern Kentucky in order to prevent the spread of HIV, inspire a compassionate response for those who face the challenges of HIV and AIDS, and meet the needs of those who are infected and affected by HIV disease. Ryce Hatchett, Project Director Mission: ...to assist children of incarcerated parents in achieving their highest potential by engaging them in consistent and committed mentoring relationships with people of faith. Rev. Dr. Paschal Baute An interfaith wedding ministry for couples of whatever faith, with ceremony designed to fit the couples own faith values. Wedding minister also travels to home in the Lexington area. Brochure available. The perfect place for a more personal and intimate wedding you help design. You make your vows with a minister who respects your personal faith choices and who will help you design your own unique ceremony. Beautiful outdoor chapel. Area Health Education Center (AHEC) Brendan McCarthy Asociación de Hispanos Unidos (AHU)/Lexington Hispanic Association, Inc. Lexington Hispanic
Association The Hispanic Association Inc. (Asociación de Hispanos Unidos, Inc.) is a non-profit corporation whose purpose is to provide the means by which Hispanic residents can become full participants in the economic, social, and political life of Central Kentucky. Over the next two years AHY will develop school-based programs to increase the involvement of Latino families in education and the broader community. Director of Black
Studies - Interim - Andrew Baskin -
(859) 985-3393 Unofficial
organizations: Many of our programs and organizations are involved with diversity and inclusion especially since our institution maintains its historical commitment to interracial education and gender diversity as established by ardent abolitionists and radical reformers in the 19th century. One of our most prized honors is the recognition by Black Enterprise Magazine and the Daystar Corporation as the 13th best college for African Americans in the United States. Our current African American student population is 17% and our international population is 6% of the student body. We have full time directors in Black Studies and Women's Studies. We also have professionally staffed International and Black Cultural Centers which focus upon programming and cultural activities for international students and students of color. Also, these centers provide mentoring programs and advising for these student populations. Berea Interfaith Taskforce for Peace – Peacecraft-One World Gifts Terre Pope (store
manager) PeaceCraft is a not-for-profit fair trade gift shop that works within an international network of fair trade organizations to assist artisans in the developing areas of the world in marketing their products, guaranteeing them a living wage for their work, thus providing them with the ability to become economically self-sufficient, a dignified means of lifting themselves out of poverty and a way to share their culture with the world. Bharatiya Temple and Cultural Center President: Suvas
Desai Mailing address: PO
Box 23965 Bring People from Indian background together and preserve religious and cultural values. This organization is nonprofit and is committed to interface with local communities to develop understanding and relationships to coexist in peace and harmony. Bluegrass Community & Technical College Multicultural
Affairs, International Student Support Services & Hispanic Outreach Service James Chambers Hassan Davis Erin Michelle Howard,
Hispanic Outreach and Services Coordinator Interim Anita Hill,
Administrative Assistant Wendell Sparks: Bobbie Jackson, Administrative Assistant John T. Ferguson Nashid Fakhrid-Dean The Bluegrass Community and Technical College Department of Multicultural Affairs houses the offices of Hispanic Outreach and Services, International Student and Scholar Services, Diversity Outreach and Cultural Arts Outreach. The Office of Multicultural Affairs was established to promote awareness, understanding, and acceptance of the value of cultural diversity among administrators, faculty, staff and students at BTCT; while providing an atmosphere which is open and respectful to everyone at the college community. The Multicultural Affairs Office director serves as a catalyst to: Recruit, retain, graduate and/or transfer multicultural students; provide ongoing diversity and cultural enrichment for faculty, administrators, staff and students; Assist multicultural students in their day-to-day access and ongoing concerns of inclusion within the college setting; Develop continuous outreach efforts to serve underrepresented populations; Promote race relations and the exchange of equity ideas in the college setting. Contact Person: Paul Brown Mission: Bluegrass Fairness is a grassroots organization that advocates for equal rights for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, questioning people under the law through lobbying, outreach, and education. Bluegrass Farmworker Health Center (BFHC) 1306 Versailles Road, Suite 120 The Bluegrass Farmworker Health Center's mission is to optimize our clients' health by providing affordable, culturally and linguitically appropriate community oriented primary care. We provide health services in our clinic located at 1306 Versailles Road Suite 120, Lexington, KY 40504. Dental services are provided through referral system. Bluegrass Global Affairs Association - BGAA Matt Krebs, Executive Director To promote and cultivate knowledge and understanding about global trade, international relations issues, and the ethnic diversity in the Bluegrass from a multi-cultural perspective. Bluegrass Indo-American Civic Society, (BIACS)
Nagaraja Guru,
President BIACS is a non-profit organization provides a forum for cultural, educational, civic, charitable and social activities among its members, other persons and groups of the Bluegrass Region. BIACS has been very active in raising funds for various natural calamities such as earthquakes, floods and others.
Program Coordinator: Norma Spencer Phone: 859-299-5982 Phyllis Long, Madison County Phone: 859-302-1734 http://www.bluegrassliteracy.org
Bluegrass Literacy provides FREE English instruction for English as a Second Language learners (ESL), Adult Basic Learners, and pre GED Study Students. The program also provides instruction support for child/youth and family literacy, life skills support, and special literacy projects for women in the community. It offers Spanish and Russian Language Classes for native English speakers for a small donation. The program is an outreach service provider I Fayette and adjacent counties with multiple locations, 190 trained volunteers, and over 800 students. A current “OPEN site” or Walk-in” English class schedule for new students is available on the SERVICES PAGE of the program website. (CLOSE Class Sites for work or specific population are available to employers or organizations for their employees or other specific site members.) Small classes (3-8 students) and one-on-tutor/students instruction matches with tutors trained via Pro Literacy America guidelines. Please call for more information or to volunteer. Debbie Sharon BTC is a participating member of United Way of the Bluegrass, Kentucky Assistive Technology Services Network and the Alliance for Technology Access. We appreciate your support!! "Not being able to speak is NOT the same as not having anything to say." ...Rosemary Crossley BUILD - Building a United Interfaith Lexington through Direct Action Andy Lee, Lead
Organizer BUILD stands for Building a United Interfaith Lexington through Direct-action. It is a congregation-based community organization established in 2001 with a mission of being a proactive, self-sustaining, interfaith, interracial organization that: 1) is rooted in religious congregations; 2) can hold community leaders and organizations accountable; 3) is capable of powerfully addressing community issues in the greater Lexington area. Having been founded by diverse religious congregations, BUILD is a coalition of over ten congregations, which enables people of different faiths to promote values of justice and com passion. These values are found both in our religious traditions and in the moral, spiritual and democratic ideals of our society. BUILD is politically non-partisan. BUILD is unique from other community organizations in many ways. First, our member congregations form leadership teams that listen to the community issues that concern their congregations. The teams undertake this listening process through one-on-one conversations and house meetings. Then the overall membership agrees to focus on those issues that they feel they can do something about. Members of our congregations are educated about the issues through a research process and recruited for direct action. Direct action involves many people from the faith community participating in a face-to-face meeting with decision makers and public officials, who are asked to make specific commitments for action, which will address the issues identified and researched by our congregations. In this way, members of the many congregations that participate in BUILD are able to act out their faith both in and outside of their congregation. Acting Supervisor: Isabel Gereda Taylor The Cardinal Valley Center (CVC) is a unique neighborhood center where many cultures meet. In order to benefit the community it serves, the CVC provides social services and referrals in both English and Spanish. Like other empowerment centers in Lexington-Fayette County, the CVC works to bridge cultural gaps among neighbors and to empower people to live independently with the ultimate goal of creating a stronger, healthier community. El Centro Cardinal Valley (CVC) es un centro comunitario único donde se reúnen varias culturas. Para beneficiar a la comunidad que sirve, el CVC brinda servicios sociales y referencias en inglés y español. Como otros centros de habilitación de Lexington el Condado de Fayette, el CVC sirve para llenar los huecos culturales entre vecinos y para habilitar a la gente a que viva independientemente con la meta última de crear una comunidad más fuerte, más sana. The Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning Jan Isenhour, Executive Director The Carnegie Center provides computer training and reading/writing workshops for learners at all levels. English as a Second Language classes as well as instruction in Spanish and French are available at the Center. The Carnegie Center offers an after school tutoring program for children ages 6 to 16. The Center also encourages collaboration among various groups on behalf of literacy and learning. Meeting rooms are available. Central Kentucky Council for Peace and Justice Contacts: Rosie Moosnick or Kerby Neill The Central Kentucky Council for Peace & Justice is a coalition of peacemaking groups and individuals, incorporated in 1984. We are a unique association of groups that address challenges of peacemaking, social justice, and sustainability." Some groups are associated with religious denominations - others are secular. Some concentrate on peace within the individual, family, and community - others emphasize international peace. But all of its member individuals and groups believe that peace and justice best can be advanced by working together. Central Kentucky Jewish Federation – Community Relations Committee Daniel Chejfec, Executive Director The Community Relations Committee of the Jewish Federation will promote dialogue and understanding among the diverse population of Central Kentucky and promote awareness and social action to improve living conditions for everybody in our area and to fight Anti-Semitism and all forms of racism and discrimination in the spirit of Jewish and prophetic tradition. The mission of the Jewish Federation is to promote and foster unity and cohesion in the Jewish community of Central Kentucky, to improve the quality of Jewish life in the community by developing and maintaining recreational, social, cultural and leisure activities, community services, and to provide financial assistance and moral support to the State of Israel, Jewish people in all countries, and selected local charities. J.H.Atkins To promote cultural awareness and diversity education throughout the Centre College community. Esther Derosena Goals: to focus on all aspects of diversity; to include and support all organizations focused on diversity; to help DSU members feel invested in the college community. For Lexington-Fayette, Bourbon, Harrison and Nicholas Counties Jack Burch, CCAP , Executive Director Downtown Center
(temp) East End Center (temp) Fayette West Center South Lexington Center West
End Center Winburn Center
Bourbon County Center Harrison County Center
Nicholas County Center Cameron Minter Community Action for Lexington-Fayette, Bourbon, Harrison and Nicholas counties provides a comprehensive range of services, consistent with the Council’s mission “to combat poverty.” Program services are designed to assist low-income families obtain work, meet emergency needs, and become socially and economically self-sufficient.. With a mission to combat poverty, the Council’s services include family and child development, emergency assistance, self-sufficiency activities, transportation services, housing assistance, economic development and volunteer placement. Community Ventures Corporation Connie E. Dixon Community Ventures Corporation is a community-based Community Development Finance Institution that exists to improve the life for urban and rural low-income residents of Kentucky’s Central Regions. CVC’s central mission is to foster neighborhood revitalization through wealth creation and asset accumulation for lower income people. To achieve this mission, CVC leverages its skills and resources through partnerships with other like-minded private and public organizations. The purpose of these partnerships is to increase income through self-employment, create jobs through business startup and expansion, and facilitate asset accumulation through business and home ownership. Carolyn Richart, Minister of Faith Formation for Adults Disciples for the Dream celebrates the religious Heritage of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with an ecumenical worship service On the eve of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. This committee is dedicated to strengthening interracial relationships in our community through the church. Downtown Christian Unity Task Force Mark Stauffer The Downtown Christian Unity Task Force is an association of churches which seeks to serve the downtown area of Lexington and enhance existing ministries of member churches by providing opportunities for members to share in education, fellowship, worship, services, and assistance with unmet needs in the downtown area. In accordance with this, the Task Force sponsors a variety of mission and educational programs that member churches support as each sees fit. Three regular projects: 1. Annual Worship Exchange involving the 23 churches in the Task Force 2. Sponsorship of annual Crop Walk for hunger 3. Two clergy lunches per year for clergy members of participating churches Sandra D. Moore The role and scope of the office is to reach underrepresented and non-traditional groups under the broad definition of diversity. EKU promotes a climate that respects and celebrates diversity within its community that includes but not limited to race, ethnicity, religion, socio-economic status, gender, sexual orientation, disabilities, and cultural or national backgrounds in pursuit of common unity. Zenetta McDaniel
Coleman, Director Mission: To create a community of inclusiveness that appreciates, celebrates, and respects diversity. Teresa Belluscio,
Co-Chair Salome Nnoromele, Co-Chair Jenny Allen/Debbie Zabawa Adrienne Bauer, Human
Resources Kim Stewart/Steve Bryn, Admissions Vigyan
Chandra, Business & Technology Melissa Cozart, Counseling Abbey Poffenberger,
Women's Studies Kathy Gilbert, Facilities
Services Loni Crowe, First Year Programs Gladys Johnson, Cooperative Education
Betsy Matthews, Justice & Safety Mayantha Perera, Residence
Life Wyndee Holbrook, NOVA Tracy Scott,
Athletics Rich Richmond,
McNair Scholars Program Mark Welker, Public Safety College of Education Sara Ziegler, Arts & Science Perrine De Seze, President
Public Relations Chair David Fifer Mahendran D. Naidu, President Mission: To motivate children and youth to succeed; to educate children in character and leadership by drawing out their hidden character traits and leadership qualities; help them realize that their character is their real strength and that all other acquisitions like wealth and education is of no real value without character; to develop good leadership qualities among youth and make them understand that the labor of leadership is a character issue; and to encourage everyone to think about the well-being of our planet. Purpose: help children and youth to realize that their Character is Power!®
Rick Christman, President and 1165 Centre Parkway Employment Solutions helps people with barriers to employment to become successfully employed. Employment Solutions operates six divisions that assist people with barriers to employment: Fresh Approach processes fresh vegetable and fruit products that are sold to restaurants and food distributors. QBox produces corrugated boxes and packaging materials and performs assembly operations for local manufactures and businesses. The workforces of both Fresh Approach and QBox are primarily composed of people with severe disabilities. One World Studio provides opportunities for people with disabilities to engage in various forms creative expression as well as an entrepreneurial outlet for the sale of artistic creations. Bluegrass Career Services (BCS) provides permanent job placement and on-the-job support to people with disabilities and other barriers to employment. Employment Solutions Personnel (ESP) provides temporary employment for various needy persons and in particular Hispanic residents who speak limited or no English. The College for Technical Education (CTE) provides occupational within four skill areas that include Automated Office Skills, Culinary Arts, Retail Sales Management and Building & Maintenance. Deanna McDaniel, Marketing Director Explorium of Lexington creates a dynamic fun, hands-on learning environment that inspires imagination and curiosity. Explorium offers hands-on exhibits and workshops Tuesday through Sunday, exploring art, science and cultures from around the world. Annual events include a Native American celebration, Museum GO Round, and Chinese New Year traditions. New exhibits featuring unique Kentucky aspects include Keeping Current and Hold Your Horses. New exhibits planned for the near future include a nutrition exhibit and a modern manufacturing exhibit. Several cultural outreach programs are available for school and other organizations. Gay Straight Alliance for Youth Contact: Mary Crone The Gay Lesbian Service Organization (GLSO) Bill Chandler, Office Manager Website: The web site is now www.GLSO.org It is the mission of the Lexington Gay and Lesbian Services Organization (GLSO) to improve the quality of life for gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) persons and their allies in the Central Kentucky area. We provide educational, social, and referral services to LGBT persons and their allies. We advocate for LGBT people and organize to educate and change attitudes concerning GLBT issues in Central KY. GLSO operates The Pride Center, 389 Waller Ave, which is open from 10 am until 3 pm Monday through Friday, and from 10 am until 2 pm on Saturdays. Visitors are welcome to use the Pride Library, join a discussion group, schedule meetings or social events. Call our office manager Bill Chandler for more information. GLSO also published a monthly newsletter, the GLSO News, operates a speaker's bureau, organizes Pride Month, provides resources for therapist, educators and others working with LGBT individuals and produces social, arts and theatrical events. Gay Straight Alliance for Youth (GSA) The Gay Straight Alliance for Youth provides a safe environment for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, straight and questioning youth to meet, socialize and support one another. The GSA seeks to give young people access to resources, role models and accurate information to enable them to develop into healthy adults. The GSA is open to youth ages 15 – 20. The Gay Lesbian Service Organization oversees the work of the GSA. At meetings we talk about a wide variety of topics, watch films, offer leadership and diversity training Georgetown College – Office of Diversity Brian Evans, Executive Director Mailing Address| Georgetown College Office of Diversity is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive community of students, faculty and staff by respecting and appreciating individual differences and commonalities. Diversity creates a learning environment that prepares individuals to be empowered, informed and responsible citizens for our local and global communities. Our goal is to provide diverse educational and leadership opportunities for all students through a number of partnerships and programs. United Way of the Bluegrass Address: 2480 Fortune Drive Get on Board is an initiative to increase the participation of a broad group of representatives on nonprofit boards and to ensure that boards of directors of nonprofit organizations reflect the diversity of the community. It was born out of the Racism Summit held in November 2001 when the United Way of the Bluegrass, The Urban League of Lexington-Fayette County, The National Conference for Community and Justice-Bluegrass Region, and First-Link of the Bluegrass formed a steering committee to create a program to recruit, train, and place diverse and under-represented populations on non-profit boards. By training a diverse group of people to serve on nonprofit boards and matching these participants with nonprofit organizations, Get on Board will help nonprofit organizations in the Bluegrass Region embrace and then reap the benefits of diversity. The Girl Scouts-Wilderness Road Council (GSWRC) Tammy Durham The Girl Scouts-Wilderness Road Council (GSWRC) serves more than 25,000 girls in 68 counties in central, eastern and northern Kentucky. 12% of these girls are racially diverse. Girl Scouts is a leadership development program that helps girls develop courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. In 2001, The Council implemented a Diversity Continuum Plan that outlines activities and training designed to help girls and adults progress along a learning continuum toward inclusiveness. Awards were created to recognize and encourage progress. To support this plan, new program resources were developed to help girls learn to understand, respect and accept others who are different. Global Cultural Resources and Family Counseling Lina Fong, PhD, LCSW, ACSW, Executive Director
And 3620 Creet Ct. Cell: 859-619-9839 Global cultural Resources and Family Counseling upholds the vision that peoples of all cultures are one people on one earth planet. The agency mission is: to bridge the needs and interests of children, especially those who would otherwise be helpless and homeless: and that of the needs and interests of families who want to foster or adopt children. The specific objectives and purposes of this non-profit corporation include: conducting (A) Home Studies, (B) Post Placement Visits, (C) Home Study Update, (D) counseling, (E) Cultural Enhancement Programs. Habitat for Humanity - Lexington Rachel Smith Childress, Executive Director Mission statement or goals of program: LEXINGTON HABITAT FOR HUMANITY, INC. is a non-profit, ecumenical Christian ministry that cultivates partnerships with families in need, sponsors and volunteers to build simple, decent, affordable housing in Fayette County, Kentucky. Lexington Habitat brings people from all walks of life together, without discrimination, in order to create a stronger, more caring community. Further, as an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, Lexington Habitat supports global building projects. Susan M. Ware, CFRM Marcey Ansley Since 1978, Hospice of the Bluegrass (HOB) has provided physical, emotional and spiritual care to thousands of terminally ill Kentuckians and their families. Now serving more than 1000 patients each day in 23 counties, HOB tailors its services to meet the unique needs of patients and families in diverse economic, cultural, racial and religious populations across Central, Southeastern, and Northern Kentucky. Hospice care is available for all terminally ill persons regardless of age, gender, nationality, race, creed, sexual orientation or ability to pay. Hospice of the Bluegrass celebrates the diversity of its patients and families in their approaches to life and end-of-life issues, and celebrates the multi-ethnic and multi-cultural diversity of its staff members and volunteers. The Humanitarium: Center for Culture & Diversity Gloria B. Rie, President and Founder The Humanitarium: Center for Culture & Diversity is a non-profit dedicated to understanding and celebrating human diversity, rejecting intolerance and bigotry and affirming our common humanity. More information about the Humanitarium can be found in the beginning of this booklet. The Interfaith Alliance of the Bluegrass The Rev. Cynthia Cain, President Mission: To promote the positive role of religion in public life through interfaith respect, understanding, and cooperation. Lynda J. Frazier, Executive Director Since 1966, the International Book Project (IBP) has distributed over five million books to over 100 countries throughout the developing world. IBP distributes books for institutional use to virtually any location in the world that has access to mail. The hallmark of IBP’s mission is that we only send the types of books requested by our partnering organizations. Yvonne Giles The Isaac Scott Hathaway Museum is a nonprofit history organization
incorporated in December 2002. Named to honor Isaac Scott Hathaway, a native of
Lexington, our purpose is to educate the public about the lives and works of
distinguished Kentucky African-American artists, writers and others who
contributed to the history of the community and State of Kentucky. Located in
the Lexington History Center in the heart of downtown. Dave Newton KFTC) is a statewide grassroots organization that empowers people to make positive changes in their own community. We believe in the power of individuals, working together, to challenge injustices, right wrongs and improve the quality of life for all Kentuckians. We meet the third Thursday of every month at 7 PM at the Mission House on the corner of 4th St. and MLK Blvd. KFTC’s vision – "We are working for a day when Kentuckians – and all people – enjoy a better quality of life. When the lives of people and communities matter before profits. When our communities have good jobs that support our families without doing damage to the water, air and land. When companies and the wealthy pay their share of taxes and can’t buy elections. When all people have health care, shelter, food, education, clean water and other basic needs. When children are listened to and valued. When discrimination is wiped out of our laws, habits and hearts. And when the voices of ordinary people are heard and respected in our democracy." Kentucky Association of Chinese American Professionals Daniel Tao, President George Zhang,
Vice President Caicheng Lu, Board Member Mickey Chang Xun, Board
Member Qi Zhou, Board Member Changzheng Wang,
Secretary Chingwen Li, Treasurer Cao Wuhong, Public Relation
Coordinator Cheryl Pan, Education Coordinator Changyou Wang, Education
Coordinator Chao Li, Activity Coordinator Jianhua Su, Activity Coordinator Ping Du, Membership Coordinator David Tang, Membership
Coordinator Ying Juan Rogers, Special Advisor Kentucky Association of Chinese American Professionals (KYACAP), a non-profit and non-political organization, is committed to serving the communities in Kentucky by promoting the appreciation of Chinese culture and heritages and enhancing cross-cultural understanding through educational programs. KYACAP provides opportunities for interaction, networking, and collaborations among its members and between members and their communities. Kentucky Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights
Aaron Hutson, Program Coordinator / Organizer 560 E Third St, Suite 203 Lexington, KY 40508 859-685-0387 voice 859-685-0399 fax Email: ahutson@kcirr.org Web site: www.kcirr.org
Freddy Peralta, President 560 E Third St, Suite 203 Lexington, KY 40508 Email: fperalta@kcirr.org Website: www.kcirr.org Phone: 859-685-0387 Fax: 859-685-0399
The Kentucky Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights is dedicated to promoting and defending the rights of all immigrants and refugees. We are composed of individuals and organizations from around the state of Kentucky and we strive to work with community-based organizations and leaders to further a just and humane society that recognizes the rights and contributions of immigrants and refugees. Kentucky Commission On The Deaf and Hard of Hearing Virginia Moore, Acting Executive Director To provide effective and efficient leadership, education, advocacy, and programs to eliminate barriers and to meet the social, economic, educational, cultural, and intellectual needs of deaf and hard of hearing Kentuckians. Information, Referral and Advocacy: Information and referrals will be given upon request to deaf and hard of hearing persons and their families. In some cases, KCDHH will intervene to provide empowerment and advocacy in situations where discrimination may have occurred. KCDHH maintains a library of books, periodicals, and videotapes, which are available for loan for research and general information. Access Center: The Access Center coordinates interpreter and captioning referrals for state agencies. Deaf Access Stations, or DAS, are used to provide access for remote interpreting and captioning services throughout the state via videoconferencing. Telecommunications Access Program (TAP): Deaf, hard of hearing and speech-impaired consumers residing in Kentucky are eligible to apply for free specialized telecommunications equipment (STE) such as TTYs, amplified telephones and related devices. The STE’s ensure these consumers equal access to the telecommunication system. DeaFestival: DeaFestival is a true celebration of the language, culture, diversity and arts of the deaf and hard of hearing community and its contribution to the world. It is a one day biennial festival, free to the public that showcases the work of an under-recognized group of talented visual and performing artists. Kentucky Commission on Human Rights John J. Johnson,
Executive Director Juan Pena, Statewide Field Supervisor Created in 1960 to encourage fair treatment, foster mutual understanding and respect and discourage discrimination against any racial or ethnic group or its members, the Kentucky Commission on Human Rights’ mission is to eradicate discrimination in the Commonwealth through the enforcement of the Kentucky Civil Rights Act. The agency receives, initiates, investigates, seeks to conciliate, hears and rules on complaints alleging violations of the Kentucky Civil rights Act and provides education to the public about their rights, civil rights laws and civil rights history. Vision: A Commonwealth United Against Discrimination A Commonwealth United for Equality. Eleanor Jordan , Executive Director Mission: To work with local, state and national leaders to improve the economic status of women and girls in the Commonwealth. This work will help guide them to available resources and empower them to overcome barriers of equity. Kentucky Conference for Community and Justice Jill Hanna, Executive Assistant The Mission of the Kentucky Conference for Community and Justice (KCCJ) is to raise awareness and speak out for the just, fair and equal treatment of all people by promoting respect, understanding and acceptance through advocacy, education and empowerment. To achieve its mission, KCCJ works to provide public advocacy for equality, as well as empowerment through partnership, collaboration and cooperation with other social justice organizations to help advance social justice as a movement. KCCJ has launched an initiative to create a Multi-tenant Nonprofit Center (MTNC) in Central Kentucky to house multiple social justice nonprofit organizations under one roof. This social justice center will ensure the survival, prosperity and effectiveness of critical nonprofits vital for the advancement of justice as a social movement. We are engaged in the initial phase of the process as we currently share, offer and manage space with small social justice nonprofit organizations at our Upper Street location. The Public Voice Committee responds in the public forum in a timely and consistent manner to acts, events and policies of inequity, bigotry or prejudice. In addition, the Committee thoughtfully and proactively addresses topics of concern in “white papers” on such topics as racial, ethnic and religious profiling, healthcare disparities and immigration. KCCJ also encourages and praises acts of equality, fairness and justice. It has proudly acknowledged and honored individuals and groups who exemplify its mission, vision and values through its annual Humanitarian Award and with the Lauren K. Weinberg Scholarship. Kentucky Domestic Violence Association Isela Arras, Immigration Project Coordinator “When we speak we are afraid our words will not be heard or welcomed. But when we are silent, we are still afraid. So it is better to speak.” ~ Audre Lorde The Kentucky Battered Immigrant and Refugee Women Task Force, (part of Kentucky Domestic Violence Association)
Isela Arras The Task Force serves as a networking group for its own members. We share issues, ideas and resources. It also offers guidance, support and direction to KDVA and KASAP for the provision of advocacy services to battered immigrant and refugee women and their dependents, and to help facilitation the provision of these services within the immigrant and refugee communities in Kentucky. PO Box 1280 Christina Gilgor, Executive Director Misty York, Communication Director "Each time a man stands up for an ideal, or acts to improve the lot of others, or strikes out against injustice, he sends forth a tiny ripple of hope." -Robert F. Kennedy Join the movement to build a fair Kentucky from the ground up. Become a member of Friends & Family https://secure.ga4.org/01/friendsandfamily071 Victoria Davis This program works with migrant and seasonal farm workers with disabilities. We work directly with the Department for Vocational Rehabilitation to provide services to migrant and seasonal farm workers who do not speak English. Kentucky Islamic Resource Group Jenny Sutton-Amr,
Executive Director The Kentucky Islamic Resource Group (KYIRG) is an outreach organization that aims to build stronger communities through sharing information and building relationships. It is located in Lexington, Kentucky and provides presentations on Islam and Muslims throughout the Bluegrass region and beyond. KYIRG’s presentations are academic, not devotional; KYIRG strives towards awareness and to educate about Islam, without promoting Islam or denigrating other religions. Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation 209 St. Clair The Kentucky Office of Vocational Rehabilitation assists Kentuckians with disabilities to achieve suitable employment and independence. Kentucky River Foothills Community Action Partnership Sandra Añez Powell Focusing on Housing Assistance and Self Development.Lead two projects: 1) Hispanic Outreach Central KY and 2) Mujeres Unidas self development program every Tuesday from 5:30-3:30 PM in in Richmond, KY. Mission: Foothills Community Action Partnership develops community resources so that any person may have a life of dignity, responsibility and opportunity. We assist families in need, educate children and adults, and promote partnerships that encourage self-sufficiency and improve family life in our communities. Mujeres Unidas Program
Migrant Head Start Program
Migrant Outreach Program
Mary Evans Sias, PhD
“Kentucky State University, building on its legacy of achievement as a historically black, liberal arts, and 1890 land-grant university, affords access to and prepares a diverse student population of traditional and non-traditional students to compete in a multifaceted, ever-changing global society by providing student-centered learning while integrating teaching, research, and service through high-quality undergraduate and select graduate programs. Kentucky State University is committed to keeping relevant its legacy of service by proactively engaging the community in partnerships on civic projects driven by the objective of positively impacting the quality of life of the citizens of the Commonwealth.”
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Crystal Bader, Bruce Burris Latitude Artist Community is a community arts program designed to encourage/create meaningful, inclusive community interactions primarily through the arts. Latitude Vision Statement: We believe that the field of Social Services and our community in general need a broader perspective of the potential of those thought by some to have disabilities. We believe in our community, and in strong community collaborations. We believe that caregivers can be valued, properly trained and adequately paid. We believe people thought to have disabilities are not "less fortunate", but are people who with appropriate supports, will contribute to the greater good of our community. We believe in the potential of downtown Lexington, and we are committed to contributing positively to it's revitalization. La Voz Inc. Bilingual newspaper covering the Latino communities in Kentucky. A guide to resources, business, stories and news to link the Spanish and English speaking communities. A community oriented newspaper. Beverly Kirch Mission Statement: To resolve the most important problems of low income and other vulnerable people by providing high quality legal assistance through direct representation, education, advice, advocacy, and coordination with other community resources. Jim Clark, President and CEO As Lexington’s united arts fund and local area arts council,
LexArts is a non Through its annual Campaign for the Arts, LexArts raises millions of dollars in support of local arts and provides planning and services designed to integrate the arts into our daily lives. In addition, LexArts underwrites the operating expenses for a variety of Beneficiary Groups, offers affordable exhibition and performance space for arts organizations, as well as competitive grants for community outreach projects. Formed in July 1989 by the merger of the Lexington Council of the Arts (founded in 1972) and the Fund for the Arts (founded in 1984), LexArts is the oldest local arts council in Kentucky. Larry Snipes Mission: LCT creates imaginative compelling theatre experiences for young people and families. Founded in 1938, Lexington Children's Theatre is one of the oldest, continuously operating theatres for young people in the country. Today, staffed with professional actors, directors, designers, educators and administrators, LCT performs 10 shows in their season. Annually, LCT provides quality theatre experiences and theatre arts education for as many as 150,000 children throughout the state of Kentucky. Lexington Fair Housing Council The Lexington Fair Housing Council is a non-profit organization that provides free legal aid to those who believe they have been the victims of housing discrimination throughout Kentucky. The mission of the Lexington Fair Housing Council is to eliminate housing discrimination and ensure equal opportunity in housing for all people. Specifically, the Lexington Fair Housing Council seeks to eliminate housing discrimination against all persons because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, familial status, and sexual orientation. Lexington-Fayette County Health Department - Health Equity Program Mark Johnson, Team Leader The Health Equity Program was established to help eliminate disparities in health care, access to care and treatment for minority communities. The Team consists of the following programs and services; Kentucky Children’s Health Insurance Program (KCHIP); Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment (EPSDT); Bluegrass-Aspendale Teen Center; Postponing Sexual Involvement/Reducing the Risk (PSI/RTR); Physical Activity; and Culturally Diverse Projects. The Team collaborates with many community agencies and committees. Lexington Fayette County Urban Government Multicultural Affairs Isabel Gereda Taylor, Multicultural Affairs Coordinator The new office of Multicultural Affairs was established to support and promote a successful multicultural community in Lexington-Fayette. This office is responsible for the provision of information on multicultural and international matters, creating a central point of contact and data base for foreign born immigrants, students and visitors to our community and those who work with and welcome them. The work encompasses identification of service needs of foreign-born residents, refugees, students and visitors including barriers to their ability to live and work here. I am entrusted with Title VI and related federal law compliance, am compiling a comprehensive data base for international and multicultural activities, and generally act as liaison with community organizations and individuals involved in race relations, diversity, and other multicultural issues. Lexington-Fayette Urban County Human Rights Commission William D. Wharton, Executive Director The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Human Rights Commission is an independently chartered agency of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government. Local Ordinances 199-94 and 201-99 give the Commission the authority to investigate complaints of discrimination in Lexington-Fayette County in the areas of employment, housing and public accommodation based on race, color, age, sex, national origin, religion, disability, familial status and/or sexual orientation/gender identity. In addition, the Commission promotes efforts to improve human relations and the elimination of discriminatory practices in our community through an extensive community relations program. The Commission's community relations program includes workshops and informational seminars that are tailored to fit the needs of the group requesting the presentation. Frequently requested topics include: sexual harassment, Americans with Disabilities Act, conflict resolution, diversity, fair housing, gender roles in the workplace, responding to complaints of discrimination, Title VII and ADEA. As part of the community relations program, the Commission has several specific projects such as the Hate and Bias Initiative and the Harrison Elementary School Fair Housing and Diversity Awareness Program. The Commission also has a community resource library containing books, articles, videos and other materials on topics relating to sexual harassment, cultural diversity, fair housing, employment law, human resources, hate/bias, and disability/accessibility. The materials can be checked out for a period of 14 days. Lexington Hearing and Speech Center
Glenna Tackett, Executive Director Mission: To provide quality diagnostic, therapeutic & educational services for hearing, speech, and language impaired individuals and their families. Lexington Leadership Foundation Eric Geary Shayla D. Johnson, President The Lexington Network is an organization of individuals proactively engaged in raising awareness and understanding of Lexington's diverse community. Through dialogue and commitment to service and educational projects we pledge to maintain an active presence on issues that divide us, issues that concern us, and issues that face us. There are monthly program meetings in the fall/winter/spring led by various presenters on topics relevant to multicultural issues. Membership and full participation in the work of the Network are encouraged, but the public is welcome to attend and participate in monthly program meetings. Wanda Bertram, Executive Director Mission Statement LexLinc exists to empower Lexington’s underserved neighborhoods and families. We are a neutral convener actively connecting people and organizations while mobilizing leadership across all community levels.
Central Kentucky Economic Empowerment Project Citizen Leadership Academy Ready, Set, Go! Back-to-School Rallies Lexington Philharmonic Society Danielle M. Dove, Marketing
Director Greg Davis, Marketing and Communications Manager Alternate contact: Doug Tattershall, 859-231-5515 The mission of the Lexington Public Library is to provide quality library service to the diverse populations of Fayette County by: responding to their information, recreational, and educational needs. Living Arts and Science Center The Living Arts & Science Center is a not-for-profit organization that provides creative and unique opportunities for exploration and education in the arts and sciences. Art galleries, a science gallery, and arts and science classes and workshops are provided year-round for children and adults of all ages. In addition, the Living Arts and Science Center partners with community agencies and organizations to provide free hands-on arts activities at community events and programs and classes for diverse audiences as well as special needs and at-risk students. Heather Lyons, Executive Director Katherine Bullock, Education Outreach Coordinator Marilyn S. Daniel The mission of the Maxwell Street Legal Clinic is to offer legal and ancillary services to address civil legal matters with low income, underserved clients as a demonstration of God’s love. Programs: Our primary practice is family-based immigration law. We assist United States citizens and Legal Permanent Residents sponsor family members for permanent residence. We also assist with a range of other immigration issues, including, registration for Temporary Protected Status, asylum claims, refugee adjustment of status, obtaining travel documents, extensions of non-immigrant visa stays, replacement or renewal of immigration documents, and detention and removal representation. We assist with wage claims, where clients have not been paid for the work they have performed.
International Club To promote and educate students on cultural awareness through curricular and co-curricular activities. National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Branch 3097 Flora D. Mitchell,
President The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) is the nation’s oldest and largest civil rights organization. Its half-million adult and youth members throughout the United States and the world are the premier advocates for civil rights in their communities and monitor equal opportunity in the public and private sectors. Northeast Lexington Initiative - NELI Jim Embry NELI will strive to be inclusive in all of our actions and programs. It is our intent to create a planning process that is open to all people in the community and to insure that youth are given voice and participation. We recognize that planning and visioning are not the same. The creation of a dynamic visioning process is a vital step in the development of an effective planning process that serves the purpose of carrying out the vision. Office for Hispanic Ministry, Roman Catholic Diocese of Lexington Sister Sandra
Delgado, OP To facilitate the involvement and inclusion of the Hispanic community in Diocesan, parish and civic programs and activities. Annette Mayer One World Films is a nonprofit organization established in 1998 to produce a yearly film festival. As our community becomes more diverse, we need opportunities to come together to enjoy and learn about the variety of cultures represented in the Bluegrass area. One World Films provides documentaries and feature films chosen to stimulate thought and discussion. We follow each film with a discussion, panel presentation, or discussion with the director. We include films made in Kentucky, international films and films made by young people. All screenings are free and open to the public. Partners For Youth Foundation (PFY) Contact Name #1:
Tabet Wilson A community coalition that works to improve the lives of economically disadvantaged youth and serves as the clearinghouse for local youth serving agencies. Mission: To promote positive youth development and to prevent juvenile delinquency through collaboration and capacity building. Partners for Youth maintains a Grassroots Allocations and Scholarship program that allocates local funds to grassroots programs that provide opportunities for young people. As part of Community-Wide initiatives, PFY also provides training and technical assistance to programs to encourage positive youth development. PFY brings together juvenile justice leaders to examine and evaluate the causes of Disproportionate Minority Confinement (DMC). PFY also manages LEXfusion, a youth and adult collaboration project aims to strengthen community infrastructure around positive youth development, and the Mayor's Youth Council, which is a vehicle to provide leadership and service opportunities for young people, and to provide a means for meaningful dialogue among youth and community leaders Partners for Youth foundation was merged with the Fayette County Juvenile Delinquency Prevention Council in February 2000. The PFY Board (as the designated Fayette County Juvenile Delinquency Prevention Council) recommends, coordinates, and monitors the Community Juvenile Justice Partnership Grants (CJJPG). CJJPG grants provide funding for local juvenile delinquency prevention efforts that are identified in the community wide needs assessment. Truancy Assessment Center led by Partners For Youth provides the community with a resource for families who have youth who are habitually truant. The truancy assessment center is funded by a Title V grant through the Department of Juvenile Justice. Robert F. Sexton, Executive Director The Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence is an independent, nonpartisan group of volunteers dedicated to improving education in Kentucky.
The Commonwealth Institute for Parent Leadership The Commonwealth Institute for Parent Leadership, a program of the Prichard Committee for Academic Excellence, helps Kentucky parents become more involved in improving public schools to enhance academic achievement for all students. Race, Community & Child Welfare Initiative (RCCW) Wanda Bertram (LexLinc) LexLinc Mission: To address racial disproportionality and disparate outcomes for children of color in Fayette County’s child welfare system. Goals:
Reach Educational Assistance for Community Housing - REACH, Inc. Chris Ford,
President/CEO REACH, Inc. is a private nonprofit organization committed to making housing more affordable for members of the community. We offer programs to help low-to-moderate income families and individuals become first-time homeowners. Susan Temmermand, Coordinator Kimberly Baird, Chair Since its origins in 1989 as a small neighborhood street fair, the Roots & Heritage Festival has grown to the status of a major, highly popular cultural event which literally attracts thousands of festival-goers from across the state and beyond. The colorful pageantry of the festival, combined with its high quality offerings of cultural/educational programs, has earned it recognition as one of Kentucky's Top Ten Festivals by the Kentucky Tourism Council. Roots & Heritage Festival events take place throughout the month of September and consist of a wide variety of exciting, culturally enriching activities. The calendar includes art exhibits, literary readings, midnight basketball, a golf tournament, film presentations, children's programming, theater, a comedy night, a health fair and ball, a nationally renowned speaker, and the ever popular three-day street festival. Sisohpromatem Art Foundation, Inc. (SAF, Inc) Kenneth H. Brooks, President Sisophpromatem Art Foundation, Inc (SAF, Inc) provides arts programming that promotes social change. Sis-oh-pro-mate-m is the word “metamorphosis” spelled in reverse. SAF, Inc helps create a metamorphosis in the lives of children, and in the community, through participation in the arts. To achieve our goals, SAF, Inc. provides educational, fun, uplifting programs for youth and families, at no cost –or low cost—to participants. We place special emphasis on reaching at-risk, economically disadvantaged and underserved populations. We engage children in arts experiences that develop creativity, confidence and self esteem. These strengths, in turn, help improve their lives, prepare them to be productive and creative adults, and help strengthen the quality of our communities. Spiritual Growth Network (SGN) Rev. Dr. Paschal
Baute An ecumenical interfaith group whose members are empowered to pursue their respective spiritual journeys. Activities are designed to supplement regular faith activities. Established in 1989, non-profit and educational. SGN of Kentucky has sponsored four community wide interfaith conferences to encourage inter-faith understanding. Brochures available and more information is found on the web. Programs: regular weekly meetings, monthly workshops and retreats for spiritual grown. Quarterly newsletter. In 2003, a program of Spiritual Growth was established also for the inmates at the County Jail. This continues with no fees. Vince Bingham An important part of a liberal arts education is the learning that occurs through association with people of differing backgrounds. Transylvania is committed to offering its students a diverse campus culture that includes students and faculty members who reflect a range of racial, cultural, and ethnic traditions. By living among people of sometimes radically divergent ways of thinking, Transylvania students learn to evaluate their own background against new ideas and ways of relating to others. This is one of the many ways in which they gain an education through experiences that take place outside the classroom. When they leave Transylvania, our students are better prepared to find their place in a world where contact with people of vastly different cultures is increasingly commonplace. They understand and appreciate the broadening experience that Transy has provided, and they feel comfortable in dealing with diverse societies. Unitarian Universalist Church of Lexington Terese Pierskalla, Office Administrator The mission of the Unitarian Universalist Church of Lexington is to give expression to the liberal religious convictions and serve the religious needs of its members and friends through worship, religious education, fellowship and service. African Student Association Our organization is comprised of mostly of African students and we aim to help spread our culture and general awareness about the continent with the UK community.
University of Kentucky Counseling & Testing
Center The UK Counseling & Testing Center's programs and services are committed to nurturing the student's intellectual growth, academic success, and personal development. Through direct psychological services and programming, student needs are addressed in the areas of personal concerns, academic success, and career exploration / decision-making. We provide specific assistance to students who are dealing with problems related to their culture, nationality, ethnicity, sexual/relational orientation, or disability. We also provide training and workshops to the university community on diversity related issues as well as other topics. Crisis intervention and consultation are available to all members of the University community upon request. Univ. of Kentucky Experiential Education and Career Services at the James W. Stuckert Career Center Azetta Z. Williams,
Assistant Director University of Kentucky Women’s Place Dorothy J. Edwards, Ph.D., Director “Promoting Safety and Excellence” Violence Intervention and Prevention (VIP) Center Dorothy J. Edwards, Ph.D., Director Martin Luther King, Jr. Cultural Center Veleashia Smith, Director Mission Statement: The mission of the MLKCC is to help connect people by providing a space for interaction, the cultures of African, Asian/Pacific Islanders, Caribbean, European, and the Indigenous peoples. Office of International Affairs (OIA) Michelle Gorin, Senior Communications Specialist The mission of OIA is to facilitate and increase international activities both on and off campus by providing leadership, coordination and service in various areas of international activity. Jenny Allen, Director of Planned and Major Gifts Urban League of Lexington - Fayette County P.G. Peeples, Sr., President/CEO The Urban League's mission is to enable African Americans and disadvantaged citizens in the achievement of social and economic equality. The mission is achieved by conducting programs in education, employment, housing, community development, and advocacy. Each program is incorporated in the National Urban League five-point empowerment agenda and provide opportunities for participants' success.
Jan Brucato,
President and CEO Serving Fayette, Scott and Jessamine counties the mission of the YMCA of Central Kentucky is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Diversity is a cornerstone of all YMCA of Central Kentucky programming and activities.
Beaumont Center Family YMCA
High Street YMCA
Jessamine County
YMCA North Lexington YMCA
Scott County
YMCA
Michael Reese, Center
Director The mission of the YWCA Phillis Wheatley Center is the empowerment of women and their families, the elimination of racism and the empowerment of Lexington’s East End neighborhood. To support this mission, programs and services include educational, recreational and social opportunities for children, youth and adults; neighborhood, club and organization programs and meetings; community centered projects and services; and health related programs dealing with cancer, especially breast and cervical cancer. Additionally, the PWC works with Lexington groups active in improving race relations and understanding diversity.
__________________________________________________________ The Humanitarium: Center for Culture & Diversity is dedicated to understanding and celebrating human diversity through education and the arts. The 2008-2009 Edition of the Diversity Directory was made possible with the assistance of: Lexington Commission on Race Relations Mayor Jim Newberry/LFUCG Rachel & Bruce Belin Central KY Council for Peace and Justice Debra A. Hensley KCCJ Roberts & Kay Gloria & Michael Rie Rosenstein Family Charitable Foundation In Memory of David H. Stockham Temple Adath Israel Transylvania University ________________________________________ With special thanks for invaluable assistance in the preparation of this year's edition to: BOYD ADVERTISING TERRI TOPMILLER
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