Strengthening Relationships Across Cultural Differences in Kenosha and Racine
Welcome to the “Strengthening Relationships Across Cultural Differences in Kenosha and Racine Counties” project! We’re glad to have you with us!
Who We Are
We are community members in Kenosha and Racine counties who have come together in the Uniting to Prevent Targeted Violence in Southeast Wisconsin program to address risk factors for targeted violence. As Uniters, we’re committed to strengthening relationships across cultural differences in our community.
Program Goals
The goal of this project is to strengthen relationships across cultural differences in southeast Wisconsin, particularly focusing on the Kenosha and Racine communities. We aim to foster understanding, trust, and collaboration between diverse community members and leaders
Theory of Change
We believe that if we create spaces for key leaders to collaborate and commit to engaging the broader Kenosha and Racine community through meaningful events, then we will successfully strengthen relationships across cultural differences.
Racine / Kenosha Uniters
Jody Bloyer
Jody's commitment is driven by her passion to create opportunities, equitable access, and outcomes for all young people.
Yolanda Jackson-Lewis
Yolanda's passion is helping create spaces where people have the freedom to show up authentically themselves and be welcomed.
Tenisha Williams-Jelks
I am a Business Professional and Community Server.
Dion Brown
I am a hard worker and very creative.
Maria Villalobos
I want to make a difference in my community.
Stephanie Hartleben
When I am not working, I can be found with a book.
Saveion Weatherford
My name is Saveion Weatherford. I am a sophomore student at Marquette University from Kenosha, WI.
Key Activities
01
Social Blender Events
Casual, interactive gatherings designed to encourage networking and conversation across diverse groups
02
Town Halls
Open forums for dialogue on important issues affecting the community.
03
MLK Celebration hosted by Gateway
A special event to celebrate and honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., promoting unity and service.
04
Public Outreach
Engaging the public through campaigns and events that highlight cultural diversity and inclusion.
05
Networking Events
Creating opportunities for community leaders and members to connect, collaborate, and build lasting relationships.
Contact
Michael Holden
Kenosha / Racine County Coordinator
michael@uraction.org
Project Partners
This project is funded by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Center for Prevention Programs and Partnerships, opportunity number DHS-23-TTP-132-00-01.