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How to vote through a lens of equity and inclusion
Holliston will vote on 18 open seats for boards and committees on May 21 (learn about the various ways you can cast your ballot). Three of these seats are contested, with multiple individuals running: Select Board, School Committee, and Planning Board. At the May 1...
Today is Transgender Day of Visibility
On this final day of Women's History Month, we also mark the observance of International Transgender Day of Visibility. It is a moment to honor the contributions of transgender individuals whose achievements often remain useen. Though progress has been made in the...
Antisemitism, Racism and White Nationalism: Understanding the Connections
What are the action steps Holliston could take to combat hate and bias in our town? How do I think I might participate in building relationships across lines of difference? These are the types of question some 60 members of the Holliston community had an opportunity...
Holliston deserves an equitable and inclusive Housing Production Plan
Ensure equitable and inclusive housing in Holliston — take these actions TODAY: Complete Holliston’s Housing Survey Save the date: interactive forum on Tuesday, March 26th, 6pm to 8pm, HHS Library Share our info sheet with your friends and neighbors In 2021, the...
March Community Lab Recap
Goal of meeting Learn how to more directly engage with the Town's current initiatives and help ensure they lead with a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Agenda Introductions Land acknowledgement Brianna Markoff dissertation research project Intro to Town...
Calling all people who value diversity, equity and inclusion! Holliston needs YOU in town government!
Nomination papers are currently available for eleven elected board and committee positions, including Select Board, Housing Authority, School Committee, Finance Committee, and Planning Board. Our community will vote on the next slate of leaders on May 18 and now,...
Reflections on Audre Lorde’s 1979 comments
I am stopped in my tracks every time I reconnect with Audre Lorde's powerful words: For the master's tools will never dismantle the master's house. They may allow us temporarily to beat him at his own game, but they will never enable us to bring about genuine change....
MetroWest Anti-Bullying Coalition story drive
The MetroWest Anti-Bullying Coalition is inviting adults to share stories of experiencing or observing identity or bias -based bullying as part of their initiative to address this problem. The sharing can be anonymous. You can do it by filling in an online form or you...
Flag Policy Next Steps
The Pride Flag is a symbol of equity and inclusion. It creates a safe space for people who are not defined by the majority, offering visibility and validation to those who have historically been marginalized because of their sexual orientation or gender identity. It...