City of Dallas, TX
10/21/2021 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/21/2021 18:22
Equity and Inclusion Newsletter #41
Arts and Culture
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Oak Cliff Cultural Center Lucha Libre Art Exhibition Dallas artist and curator, Jose Vargas, is seeking art entries for the Lucha Libre art exhibition. The show will be presented at the Oak Cliff Cultural Center, a facility of the City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture, from December 11, 2021, to January 21, 2022. The central theme of the exhibition is Luchadores (Mexican Wrestlers). The term Lucha Libre translates to Free Fight, or Fight Freestyle. In Mexico, the term is used for professional wrestling. Most Luchadores/Luchadoras wear colorful masks. Typically, the wrestling match involves the técnicos (good guys) vs. the rudos (bad guys).
Dia de Los Muertos: The Everlasting Bond The Bath House Cultural Center presents Día de los Muertos: The Everlasting Bond, the gallery's 35th annual Day of the Dead exhibition from October 16 to November 6, 2021. The exhibition features Day of the Dead altars and visual art in a variety of media. For thirty-five years, the Bath House Cultural Center's celebration of the Day of the Dead has inspired many artists to create artwork that is moving, awe-inspiring and diverse. Given the multifaceted aspects of the Day of the Dead, artists can explore the celebration from multiple perspectives.
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City Opportunities
City Procurement Opportunities
The City of Dallas Office of Procurement Services has various opportunities for outside organizations to engage with the city. To view more information, visit their website. Select open procurements that may be of interest are listed below. For a comprehensive list of open procurement opportunities, visit: dallascityhall.bonfirehub.com. Please be advised that once an opportunity is advertised, it is considered an open procurement until the City Council awards the contract. The Code of Ethics prohibits communication between councilmembers and vendors/ suppliers on open procurements.
- To view more information, visit their website.
West Dallas Multipurpose Center Job Fair
The City of Dallas is hosting a Skilled Trade Labor Job Fair at the West Dallas Multipurpose Center (WDMC). Employers will provide information for open positions, an overview of the application process, and some may conduct interviews. Come with resumes and dressed appropriately for the outdoors. The event will be taking place October 23rd from 9am to noon.
- To learn more about this event, click here.
Education
Race to Kindness Free Book Fair
Join Race to Kindness for a free book distribution as a part of the National "Race to 500,000 Books" campaign. Orion Monaco Jean is sharing his passion for reading with other booklovers and collecting them so more children and adults have books to call their own. New and gently loved books for people of all ages will be available to pick up for FREE at the South Dallas Cultural Center.
- To learn more and register for the event, click here.
Black Girls Code Dallas Chapter
BGC chapters are organized by talented, enthusiastic volunteer leaders who are working within the STEM field in a wide array of organizations including major tech companies and universities. Each chapter works to draw in guest speakers - notable women where possible - who can relate their personal career journeys to the girls and field questions and clarify career perceptions. Their programs are creative and vibrant, and parents and grandparents have opportunities to visit and learn from the girls each year.
- To learn more about the BGC Dallas chapter upcoming events, click here.
Choose Dallas ISD
Choose Dallas ISD is a new online system that Dallas families will use to locate, apply to, and enroll in all Dallas ISD schools. November 6, 2021 Dallas ISD will be hosting a Discover event to learn about the district's choice schools.
- To register for this upcoming webinar, click here.
Young Leaders Strong City 8th Annual Teen Equity Summit
All 9th - 12th grade students are welcome to join Young Leaders Strong City for the 8th Annual Young Leaders, Strong City Teen Equity Summit. The summit is a half-day leadership development experience with meaningful discussions on identity, equity, and organizing for change. Check out last year's virtual summit recap>
- To register for the teen equity summit, click here.
Employment
Dallas Live Career Fair and Job Fair
Ready for a new career? National Career Fairs is the industry leader, and they are driving employers and future employees together faster than ever before. The event will be held both virtually and live on November 10, 2021 at the Crowne Plaza Dallas.
- To register for the career fair, click here.
Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas
Workforce Solutions (WSGD) is offering both in-person and virtual workforce services for jobseekers who are interested in having center professionals guiding their job search. WSGD can help people from the beginning to the end of the job search process, from creating a resume to educations and training.
- To learn more about the services offered, click here.
WorkReadyU Dallas College
Join Dallas College Trustee Diana Flores this November 6th, 2021 to explore career advancement opportunities through the WorkReadyU programming. You'll hear from career experts and Dallas College faculty on how you can benefit from the certificate courses and degrees. No registration required.
- To learn more about their career programming, click here.
Food
Jan Pruitt Community Pantry Schedule
The Jan Pruitt Pantry from Catholic Charities of Dallas serves residents in 75134, 75146, 75172, 75141, 75241, and 75154 zip codes. Proof of residency is required such as: current utility bill, auto insurance, driver's license, or any government letter. To register to shop at Jan Pruitt Community Pantry, please visit us after service hours:
- Tuesday - Thursday from 9:00am - 1:00pm
- Friday from 9:00am - 1:00pm
- Saturday from 1:00pm - 4:00pm
To register as a client for the pantry, click here.
North Texas Food Bank Mobile Food Pantry
The NTFB Mobile Food Pantry distribution is taking place in various locations across the city during the month of September. There is no need to register for Mobile Pantry pick up, it is first come first served. You must have a vehicle to pick up unless otherwise specified. Mobile Pantry participants are requested to give their name and share their family size to receive food. No proof is necessary.
- To find a location near you, click here.
General Resources
Branch Out Dallas
The City of Dallas is proud to announce its annual Branch Out Dallas program that provides Dallas residents with a free 5-gallon tree for their yard. Trees help reduce air pollution, help filter stormwater and urban runoff, cool the air, and slow climate change. Now they're asking for your help! Help them hand out trees by volunteering your time on Saturday, Nov. 6 between 8am and 1pm at one of their six pick-up locations.
Dallas Public Library Backpack Challenge
For National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, help keep our homeless neighbors warm this winter. The Dallas Public Library is collecting warm winter supplies and adult backpacks. Work with family and friends to fill backpacks or collect supplies. Drop off adult backpacks and supplies to any local Dallas Public Library location by Wednesday, November 17, 2021.
- To learn more about the Backpack Challenge and participate, click here,
Housing
Dallas Rental Assistance Collaborative
These DRAC partner organizations are here to lend a hand. An "eligible household" is defined as a renter household in which at least one or more individuals meets the criteria set for by the collaborative. The assistance provided can be used for direct financial assistance, including rent, rental arrears, utilities and home energy costs, utilities and home energy costs arrears, and other expenses related to housing.
- To learn more, click here.
Emergency Rental Assistance Program
The City of Dallas is partnering with Abounding Prosperity, Inc. to begin accepting applications for rental assistance through their Emergency Rental Assistance Program. To be eligible to receive funding an applicant must rent a publicly or privately owned residence in the City of Dallas. The annual gross household income must meet guidelines defined by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
- To apply and learn more about the requirements, click here.
Dallas Eviction Assistance Initiative
The City of Dallas Office of Equity and Inclusion in partnership with Legal Aid of NorthWest Texas has established an eviction assistance initiative consisting of education, training and legal representation to Dallas residential rental tenants who are negatively impacted by COVID-19 and unable to pay rent to remain in their homes.
- Eligible residents can apply, by clicking here.
Health
Los Barrios Unidos 50 Years Anniversary Celebration
Join Los Barrios Unidos for a unique, interactive event! From the comfort of your own car, enjoy a DJ spinning fun tunes, tasty treats and party favors, special performances on our custom LBU stage, digital photo areas, and so many more surprises certain to entice all of your senses! This drive-thru celebration will be taking place Thursday, October 28 from 4pm to 5:30pm.
- To get more details on the event, click here.
Immigrant Affairs
Who are the Afghan Newcomers? Understanding the Background and Socio-Cultural Strengths and Needs of Afghan Evacuees to the United States This webinar will provide an overview of events leading to the displacement of Afghan newcomers to the U.S. (also known as evacuees from Afghanistan). It will also cover the social and cultural aspects that distinguish this population from other refugee groups in the United States. This foundational information will help participants be better positioned to properly support newly arrived Afghans through services that align with their socio-cultural strengths and needs. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions of a panel composed of qualified experts on the topic.
- To register for this webinar, click here.
LGBTQ+
History UnErased
LGBTQ+ History Month is a month-long observance of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender history, and the intersection with civil rights movement. If you were to look at a United States history textbook, would you know LGBTQ people existed? History UnErased is solving that problem by putting LGBTQ history in its rightful place--the classroom--with our groundbreaking and digital Intersections & Connections curriculum. They offer various training and educational resources for teachers and students alike.
- To learn more about their curriculum, click here.
Resource Center Events
The Resource Center, which provides comprehensive services for LGBTQ+ residents, such as Craft Nights, Monster Trunk or Treat, and Gender Identity Nights. These events offer support groups for various identities and ages facilitated by Resource Center staff.
- To take a look at their events, click here.
Small Business Support
Small Business Credit Survey
Small businesses are critical to the US economy. By taking the survey, small-business owners contribute to data that directly informs the Fed, federal government agencies, service providers, and others. Small-business owners, help inform decisions that will impact the future of for-profit small businesses.
- To take the Small Business Credit Survey, click here.
National Women's Business Council Virtual Public Meeting
This meeting will allow the Council to provide an update on its initiatives and policy development. Each of the Council's subcommittees (Rural Women's Entrepreneurship, Women in S.T.E.M., and Access to Capital & Opportunity) will present their priorities and projects before the full body and the public. Learn more about the events and initiatives that the National Women's Business Council is spearheading.
- To register for this event, click here.