DAIP: Film Screening & Discussion “Silver Dollar Road”
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
Join DAIP for an enlightening evening of film and conversation in recognition of Black History Month.
DAIP is hosting a special program in honor of black excellence and community resilience at United Way of Rhode Island (UWRI) on Monday, February 26th, for a screening & discussion around the documentary “Silver Dollar Road.” The film tells the story of a family who is fighting to defend land purchased one generation after slavery and details the covert ways the legal system unjustly allowed their land to be taken from them.
Learning Objectives:
- Understanding the disparities and racial injustices that are often reinforced through public policy and legislation.
- Elevating awareness about structures and systems that create norms, and ways we can change them to champion justice and equity.
- Sharing of best practices on ways to advocate for policy change (from community leaders and experts).
Note: We realize this topic can be emotionally heavy. Feel free to watch the film on your own (it’s available on Amazon Prime) and join us for the discussion afterward.
Refreshments will be served.
Space is limited.
Register TODAY to reserve a spot
SCHEDULE:
- 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. – Film Screening for those who want to watch the film with us.
- 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. – Facilitated Conversation that will include key clips.
This program has been submitted for HRCI and SHRM credits.
OUR SPEAKER(S):
Kyle Bennett
Senior Director, Policy & Equity, UWRI
Kyle L. Bennett, a native of Brooklyn, New York, grew up in Providence, Rhode Island. He has devoted his personal and professional life to lending his time and talents in service the Rhode Island community. Kyle attended North Carolina A&T State University and Rhode Island College where he studied Secondary Education, Mathematics. Kyle is married to his lovely wife, Eneida Bennett, a corporate paralegal with Hinckley Allen. He is the proud father of a beautiful daughter, Jenneya Bennett, a graduate of the University of Rhode Island and a Program Coordinator with Diversity Talks. He is currently the Director of the Public Policy and Research for United Way of Rhode Island. In this role, Kyle manages a team of people with a focus on defining challenges for our community and moving policy that addresses the unmet need. It is Kyle’s goal to create systems that serve the greater good while helping people with immediate needs. Previously at United Way, he served as the Director of Annual Campaign. He and his team worked with more than 600 Rhode Island based companies to secure annual campaign contributions in excess of $13 million. Additionally, Kyle has served as a liaison to the Olneyville Community. In this capacity he co-managed one of the organization’s largest volunteer opportunities in The Back To School Celebration of Rhode Island. His role, designed to engage neighborhood residents, small and large businesses and visitors in helping the children of Olneyville head back to school prepared for success and armed with the proper supplies. Prior to working for United Way, Kyle held several community based positions including Director of Black Affairs for the City of Providence and Communications Specialist for the RI Air National Guard.
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Ellijah McLean
Program Officer, Education Policy, UWRI
Dedicated to creating a caring community, one that is inclusive and creates opportunities for the least privileged and disadvantaged. Committed to building strong communities that are healthy, happy, and prosperous. Achieves through listening, commitment, commitment-based leadership, building personal capacity; cultivating supportive and open environments. Passionate about empowering staff and fostering a positive work culture. Has a strong belief in empowering people to be themselves in the best way possible.
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