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Anti-Racism Update 4.1.26

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AR QUIZ

  • April is Arab American History month. When was this first recognized?

ACTION

  • Letter Writing for Children’s Rights. Saturday, April 4th 1-3pm., A Room of One’s Own Bookstore Annex, 2713 Atwood Ave. Join Families for Justice and Palestine Partners for community and an afternoon of letter writing to elected officials, demanding protection of the rights of children in ICE custody, in Israeli detention, and impacted by the US/Israeli war in Lebanon, Iran, and Iraq. Children are welcome! Facebook event here.

EDUCATION

  • LEARN ABOUT THE BALLOT AND SHOW UP! Tuesday, April 7, 2026 The April 7 election will include voting on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, the Court of Appeals, Circuit Court, County Board of Supervisors, City Council, and School Board! Don’t miss it. Learn more about the candidates and issues at the League of Women Voters’ website Vote 411.
  • The Gathering Forum on Sunday, April 12 will be on the topic of “Comparing the Kinship and Dominance Worldviews.” This is the second part of a series presented by Scott Fulton leading up to a worship sharing Forum on April 26 on how the Meeting might better engage with the Ho-Chunk and other indigenous nations through reparations or other measures.
  • Interfaith Peace Working Group Conference; Thursday April 23rd, 8am – 3:15 pm, Bethel Lutheran Church; also action at the Capitol, 3:15-5:15 pm. Workshops on criminal justice reform, immigration rights, peace between Israelis and Palestinians and more. For complete program and to register ($20, includes lunch): https://www.interfaithpeacewg.org/upcoming-events

AR QUIZ ANSWER

  • During the month of April, the Arab America Foundation formally recognizes the achievements of Arab Americans through the celebration of National Arab American Heritage Month (NAAHM). Across the country, cultural institutions, school districts, municipalities, state legislatures, public servants, and non-profit organizations issue proclamations and engage in special events that celebrate the Arab American community’s rich heritage and numerous contributions to society. President Joe Biden officially recognized the month in 2024. You can celebrate the month by reading poems, reading a book, exploring children’s books that celebrate Arab American heritage, or learning more through documentaries and programming at PBS.


YOUR PEACE, SOCIAL JUSTICE AND EARTH CONCERNS COMMITTEE; ANTI RACISM GROUP

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