Editor's Note: Although this first 2021 post clearly isn't a a BCCR event, BCCR members, inspired by Amanda Gorman's had asked that it be posted in 2021. speech, asked that it be posted on our website.
"For there is always light
if only we're brave enough to see it..."
Amanda Gorman, The Hill We Climb
Presidential Inauguration 2021
As noted here, Amanda Gorman's poem begins with this question: “When day comes we ask ourselves, where can we find light in this never-ending shade?”
We find ourselves asking this question repeatedly in these discordant times. We need to look to individuals like Gorman to help us find the light, as she does in this final stanza,
When day comes, we step out of the shade,
aflame and unafraid.
The new dawn blooms as we free it.
For there is always light,
if only we’re brave enough to see it.
If only we’re brave enough to be it.
Please visit this Library of Congress blog to learn more about Gorman and to watch a video of her recitation, "The Hill we Climb."
aflame and unafraid.
The new dawn blooms as we free it.
For there is always light,
if only we’re brave enough to see it.
If only we’re brave enough to be it.
Please visit this Library of Congress blog to learn more about Gorman and to watch a video of her recitation, "The Hill we Climb."
December 8, 2021~Forum
Meet The Chiefs: A Discussion With Our Law Enforcement Leaders
Bridgewater Communities for Civil Rights (BCCR) and Diversity and Inclusion for Community Empowerment (DICE) invited the public to join us for a panel discussion with our Chiefs of Police from Bridgewater, Raynham, and Bridgewater State University (BSU).
This was a virtual panel discussion, open to all members of the Bridgewater-Raynham community and included important topics such as budgeting, training, equipment such as body cameras, hiring, and current police issues facing our community.
This was a virtual panel discussion, open to all members of the Bridgewater-Raynham community and included important topics such as budgeting, training, equipment such as body cameras, hiring, and current police issues facing our community.
December 5, 2021
Christmas on the Common
Did you catch BCCR at Bridgewater Business Association's 28th Annual Christmas On The Common in Bridgewater Center?
Our BCCR elves, dressed for the North Pole, garnered interest, with several people picking up information sheets and signing up to be on our mailing list.
What's that? You want to be added to the list? Click here or click on the Contact tab above and provide your information. We'd love to have you join our group!
Wednesday, November 24th from 2:00-3:00 p.m.
BCCR Standout in Support of Indigenous Peoples National Day of Mourning
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National Day of Mourning Plaque--Plymouth, MA
Source: https://www.flickr.com/photos/merelymel/3119433076 |
October 23, 2021
Training Active Bystanders
For more information about TAB
Click here to visit our Pre-2021 Page - and - Click here to visit the TAB website
Click here to visit our Pre-2021 Page - and - Click here to visit the TAB website
October 11 Standout
Indigenous People Day
Indigenous People Day
October 4, 2021~Forum
Remembering Bridgewater's Native & African American Residents
1700-1850
With
Dr. Emily Donaldson Field and Dr. Jamie Huff
From Bridgewater State University
Click here to access the forum
1700-1850
With
Dr. Emily Donaldson Field and Dr. Jamie Huff
From Bridgewater State University
Click here to access the forum
September 30 2021 Standout
Orange Shirt Day
Orange Shirt Day
BCCR at AutumnFest 2021
Standout on International Peace Day 2021
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June 19, 2021
Bridgewater's First Annual Juneteenth
Bridgewater's First Annual Juneteenth
First Annual Juneteenth Slide Show (2021)
To listen to a recording of the event on BTV, click here.
To see Slideshow of Juneteenth Day Vendors. Click Here.
June 7, 2021
First PRIDE Flag Raising
Academy Building~Town of Bridgewater
First PRIDE Flag Raising
Academy Building~Town of Bridgewater
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BCCR members spoke before Bridgewater's Town Council in April, 2021, regarding flying a PRIDE flag in front of the Academy Building. Subsequently, the Council unanimously passed "R-FY21-007, A Resolution in Recognition of Gay Pride Month." Click here to see a Brockton Enterprise photo gallery of the event. Click here to watch a BTV (Bridgewater Cable) video of the event. |
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May 10th & May 24th 2021
Asian Americans: History, Memories, & Social Justice
Click here to listen to Part 1
Click here to listen to Part 2
April 26, 2021 Forum
Current Struggles of Wampanoag and New England Related Tribes
Please register!
April 2021
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Cat Stewart, BCCR Chair, on the conviction of Derek Chauvin
Today we witnessed accountability for a crime we all saw with our own eyes. This moment is a piece of a larger history that did not always include this accountability. Justice was served today for George Floyd’s family and for this we celebrate their relief and ability to find peace.
True justice will be served when BIPOC communities are able to live without fear of violence and discrimination. True justice will be served when all are seen for their humanity. Until this justice is served, we will continue working and educating ourselves and the Bridgewater community.
Click here for more information on the murder of George Floyd.
Today we witnessed accountability for a crime we all saw with our own eyes. This moment is a piece of a larger history that did not always include this accountability. Justice was served today for George Floyd’s family and for this we celebrate their relief and ability to find peace.
True justice will be served when BIPOC communities are able to live without fear of violence and discrimination. True justice will be served when all are seen for their humanity. Until this justice is served, we will continue working and educating ourselves and the Bridgewater community.
Click here for more information on the murder of George Floyd.
March 16, March 30, and April 13, 2021
Aging and Social Justice Series
Collaboration of
Bridgewater Council on Aging
Bridgewater State University
BCCR
March 25, 2021
Where Do We Go From Here?
Perspectives & Impact After the November 2020 Election
March 6, 2021
BCCR Stands Out Against Hatred Toward Asian Americans
BCCR stood out in solidarity with Asian Americans, holding signs expressing their dismay against the recent uptick in hatred toward and attacks against Asian Americans.
Click here to see a photo gallery by The Enterprise.
Click here to see a photo gallery by The Enterprise.
January 25 and February 22, 2021
Transgender Forum Series
