1. Resources for the Madison Community

    Madison stands with the families of Abundant Life community. This page is dedicated to connecting victims and the broader community to resources and accurate information about the tragic events that happened on December 16.

Group of Black people walking in a parade. Two people are holding a banner for the Madison, Wisconsin African Women's Association.
Civil Rights

Events

 If you need interpretation services or have access needs for any of these events, contact RHoyt@cityofmadison.com 

  • Plain Language and Effective Communication

    How you communicate and the language you use can serve to build positive and lasting relationships, help people understand your message, and help people make informed decisions.   Learn how language can foster inclusion and how to navigate communication challenges at one of the sessions below.

    Thursday, November 21, 2024
    1:00 pm – 2:30 pm; Virtual

  • Disability Pride Month Crip Camp Film Screening and Discussion

    Hosted by the City of Madison Disability Resource Group, and affinity group of staff with disabilities, and the Department of Civil Rights. 

    Thursday, July 18, 2024
    11:30 – 2:30 pm
    In-person – Madison Municipal Building, Room 215

  • Disability Pride Fest

    July 27, 2024

    The Disability Pride Festival is a joyful gathering of the entire disability community and their allies. 
    Save the date! 

  • Bottom Dollars Film Screening and Discussion

    Celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month!

    Hosted by the City of Madison Disability Resource Group, an affinity group of staff with disabilities, and the Department of Civil Rights.  This film is about segregated and subminimum wage employment in sheltered workshops and the employment rights of people with disabilities.  https://rootedinrights.org/documentaries/bottom-dollars/

    Wednesday, October 16, 2024
    11:00 – 1:00 pm
    In-person – Monona Terrace

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