The Permanent Commission was established in 2019 as an independent entity with a mission to examine racial disparities across all systems and to specifically work at improving the status and outcomes for historically disadvantaged racial, Indigenous, and tribal populations in the state. The Permanent Commission is empowered by statute to advise and consult with all three branches of state government, as well as submit legislation. Occupying a unique position in state government, the Permanent Commission represents a broad cross section of people most impacted by racial harm and colonization who have been excluded from policy making throughout Maine’s history.
External link for Permanent Commission on the Status of Racial, Indigenous, and Tribal Populations
45 Commerce Dr
108 SHS
Augusta, ME 04333, US
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Under the Governor's Office of Policy Innovation and the Future, the Office of New Americans (ONA), and funding for its staff became official on August 9th, when the state budget legislation went into effect. We're pleased to share that applications are now being accepted for the ONA director position. See below for the job description and how to apply. https://loom.ly/V2iubk0
Are you interested in getting involved in racial justice work but don’t know where to start? Want to learn more about research, policy, and community engagement while working on a project of your design? Check out the new dee Clarke Justice Fellowship program, a partnership between the Permanent Commission and the USM Place Matters project. Applications are now open for the 2024-2025 program year! Visit pcritp.me/dCJF for more information.
Happy Juneteenth from the Permanent Commission! Juneteenth, or Freedom Day is a day that honors the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and acknowledges the enduring struggle for freedom and justice. Check out our interactive map and calendar of events on our website (under the calendar menu) to find a celebration near you! pcritp.me/juneteenth2024 Don't forget to drink plenty of water and be careful in the heat this week! The Maine CDC provides recommendations to avoid heat-related illness at maine.gov/dhhs/heat MEMA has a list of cooling centers in Maine at https://lnkd.in/eM2xhRw7 Special thanks to Athena Lynch for her creation of the Juneteenth mapping project and her contributions to this year's map!
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We're hiring a Community Engagement Specialist! Learn more and apply at: https://lnkd.in/e3sVkcGJ
Join us for two special screenings of "We Are The Warriors" at the Bates Film Festival in Lewiston and Portland this week! The documentary explores the complex dynamics surrounding the use of Indigenous mascots and a town’s struggle to reckon with their identity and past. We hope to see you there as the film explores themes of cultural identity, reconciliation, and the enduring impact of colonial legacies. After the film, Ambassador Maulian Bryant, Michael-Corey Hinton, and Joe Hall will join the film's co-directors, David Camlin and Megan Grumbling, for a panel discussion about the film and current issues Wabanaki communities face. Lewiston - Thursday, May 16 - 6:00 p.m. - Olin Arts Center Portland - Friday, May 17 - 7:00 p.m. - SPACE Gallery Reserve free tickets at: https://lnkd.in/eEGRZWCC
ICYMI in our April newsletter - We are excited to announce a new grant opportunity! The Social Capital Grant was designed to develop and implement programs to address social determinants of health (SDOH) while building stronger community connections. Read more about this opportunity and apply on our website! https://lnkd.in/eE4ccA2M
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ICYMI - There's still time to apply before April 22!
We are launching our next round of mini-awards! This round of awards will provide up to $4,000 to eligible organizations to develop and execute 2024 Juneteenth celebration activities and events in Maine. https://lnkd.in/efH5tK7G
We're hiring an Operations Director! Learn more and apply at https://lnkd.in/eVH9pnYp