The Environmental Center

Reclaiming Conservation
2022-02-15 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Kicking off Oregon Natural Desert Association’s 2022 High Desert Speaker Series is a conversation with filmmaker Faith E. Briggs. For years, Faith would run through the streets of Brooklyn each morning, before turning her attention to run 150 miles through three US National Monuments to assess the stakes of public lands conservation and what is lost if previously protected lands are reduced. This talk will feature a screening of her short film “This Land” and Faith’s personal story to share lessons learned as a budding “conservationist” working through a cultural lens, weaving in reflections on people, entry points to conservation movements, and place.
*Registration will open on January 15 and close two hours before the event begins

Examining Inequalities in Central Oregon
2022-02-22 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Please join for a conversation and panel discussion with three equity activists to talk about inequalities in Central Oregon.
Panelists:
Dray Aguirre: (he/him/his/el) is a first-generation Pre-Nursing student at Central Oregon Drey Community College.He is a food and housing-insecure student advocate. Dray is a homeless student who gives back. He identifies as Native American and Latino.
Jamie Bowman: (she/her/hers) has a Bachelor’s Degree from OSU-Cascades in Social ScienceJamie B with an emphasis on Community Development and Leadership. She spent 5 years as the President of an LGBTQ+-focused nonprofit called Human Dignity Coalition. She is a co-founder of the Central Oregon Transgender Health Coalition as well as an independent contractor with Allyship in Action.
Kerani Mitchell:(she/her) is a founding partner at Allyship in Action, LLC and a longtime kerani Central Oregon community member involved in issues related to health equity, education, and social justice. She is passionate about co-creating a community where we all have resources and opportunities to flourish.
*FREE and OPEN to the public. Registration opens 1.10.22

"Empowering Women Through Adventure" Bend Women's Speaker Series- Saveria Tilden
2022-11-16 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Saveria will be presenting on “Why We Thrive in Women’s-Only Spaces”. It should be a really inspiring night – Saveria will help you figure out how to go from following Instagram accounts, wishing that was you, to living your best life embracing and defining adventure on your own terms. She’ll talk about finding a like-minded community to adventure with and how to learn the skills to become a confident outdoor enthusiast. Register here!

Lessons from Our Fathers: Continuing the Legacies of Nelson Mandela and Malcolm X
2023-01-26 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
Ndaba Mandela – Grandson of Nelson Mandela, Founder of Africa Rising Foundation
Ilyasah Shabazz – Daughter of Malcolm X, Professor & Author
Thursday, January 26, 6:30 p.m.
Tower Theatre in Bend and live-streamed
Drawing on the legacies of their iconic and beloved family members, Ndaba Mandela and Ilyasah Shabazz will share inspirational stories and empowering lessons. Today, both Mandela and Shabazz have dedicated their life’s work to continuing the call for social justice started by Nelson Mandela and Malcolm X.
FREE and OPEN to the public. Registration is required for in-person and livestream.
Register for in-person event at the Tower Theatre here.
Register for the livestream event here.
Live captioning will be available on livestream. One registration per viewing device, please.

The Hate U Give Film Screening
2023-02-03 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
In recognition of Black History Month during February 2023, COCC is honored to welcome speakers and programs that highlight Black triumph. We will celebrate the past and present triumphs of the Black community while continuing our efforts to challenge oppressive systems and strive toward a more equitable future.

Black Excellence Art Showcase
2023-02-11 | Deschutes Brewery Public House, 1044 NW Bond St, Bend, OR, 97701, United States
COCC students and community will be able to showcase their many talents through monologues, spoken word, poetry, performance art, comedy, singing, and dancing, in celebration of Black History Month. If students or the community want to participate please contact Marcus LeGrand, at mlegrand2@cocc.edu or call (541) 330-4376
COCC Bend Campus, Pinckney Center, Pence Hall

Belonging, Justice, and Our Shared Humanity
2025-01-27 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Tower Theatre, 835 NW Wall St., Bend, OR, 97701, United States
The Chandler Lecture Series and COCC’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion are pleased to announce the keynote speaker for our 2025 Season of Nonviolence programming.

Monday, January 27, 6:30 p.m.
Tower Theatre, Bend
We all strive for a world where everyone feels like they belong. Rather than focus on what separates us, Rev. Naomi Tutu will encourage us to focus on our shared humanity. She believes it’s important for everyone to recognize how our actions, or lack thereof, impact those around us. She will talk about how our differences are opportunities, and how the foundation for a just society is where we accept others and recognize the potential for greatness in each of us. This will foster a brighter future where everyone feels a sense of belonging.
FREE and OPEN to the public
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