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National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week is Nov. 11 through 17, and
the Upper Valley Educational Task Force on Homelessness and Poverty and
Dartmouth's Economic Equity Initiative will offer two public programs on
Saturday, Nov. 10, to increase understanding about these issues. While
different in approach, both programs invite participants to think in new ways
about the impact and meaning of class differences and economic inequity.
From 1 to 4 p.m. at Grace Outreach (407 North Main St, West Lebanon, N.H.),
individuals seeking an interactive experience can take part in a community
action poverty simulation called "Try My Life," sponsored by the Task Force.
The Task Force consists of more than a dozen Upper Valley nonprofit and social
service agencies and provides thought-provoking educational programs to inspire
area residents to work toward eliminating poverty and homelessness in their
communities. Participants will role-play what life is like for people living on
a low income by interacting with human service agencies, bill collectors,
grocers, and others. Afterward, there will be a discussion about the
potential for change within the Upper Valley.
From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., in Filene Auditorium (Moore Hall, Dartmouth campus),
homelessness and poverty expert Jodi Pfarr will host "Bridges Out of Poverty,"
a seminar that provides lessons for working in partnership with individuals
from poverty. Based on Ruby Payne's groundbreaking study, "Bridges Out of
Poverty: Strategies for Professionals and Communities," seminar topics include
increasing awareness of differences in economic cultures, how those differences
can affect opportunities for success, and developing an action plan. Lunch will
be provided and registration is required.
For information about or to register for "Try My Life," contact Leah Dillon
at (603) 448-2766. For information about or to register for "Bridges Out of
Poverty," call Jackie Sullivan at (603) 646-3197. Learn more about National
Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week at
www.nationalhomeless.org.
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