To the Editor,
The Annual Stand Against Racism will take place on April 26, 2019, from 12 – 12:30 p.m. at Greenwich Town Hall. This event is in partnership with the Town of Greenwich and all members of the community are invited to participate.
To be more visible and inclusive, this year’s event will be held outdoors on the front steps of Town Hall. Participants will be asked to join in a group picture demonstrating their pledge to stand up against all forms of racism.
This year’s guest speaker is Claudia Connor, President and CEO, Connecticut Institute for Refugees and Immigrants.
“The annual Stand Against Racism is our way of uniting the Greenwich community in a public demonstration that delivers a clear message,” said YWCA Greenwich President and CEO, Mary Lee A. Kiernan, “We are on a mission to eliminate racism.”
First Selectman, Peter Tesei, will read the Stand Against Racism proclamation and YWCA Racial Justice Scholarship Awards will be presented by Ralph Mayo, Interim Superintendent, Greenwich Public Schools, to deserving students who demonstrate a commitment to social justice. The Greenwich High School Jazz Band will provide music for the event.
Attendees will be invited to participate in the town photograph. Refreshments will be served to allow residents to stop and mingle with colleagues, friends and neighbors.
Stand Against Racism is a signature event of the YWCA to raise awareness about the negative impact of institutional and structural racism in our communities. This event is one part of our larger national YWCA strategy to fulfill our mission of eliminating racism and empowering women.
Joan Mockler
