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FOCUS: Vermont Legislature Apologizes for ‘Eugenics Survey’ 05/21/2021

Following is a video of our Center for Media and Democracy program which aided in removing the Dorothy Canfield Fisher name from a prestigious Vermont children’s book award. The name has been changed to the Vermont Golden Dome Book Awards.

In this discussion of why Dorothy Canfield Fisher's name should be removed from the Vermont Book Award, evidence is presented that the author had a direct connection with the Vermont Eugenics Survey. Judy Dow, Franco American/ Abenaki educator, artist, and writer, presents a compelling power point on the history of eugenics and documentation on the reasons to change the Dorothy Canfield Fisher book award name. Kim Chase, third generation, Franco American writer and educator, and Kathy Olwell, retired social worker and social activist, talk about how the impact of the Vermont Eugenics Survey is still pertinent and discuss the vital need for acknowledgment, education, and a chance to heal.

Vermont Book Award: vcfa.edu/vermont-book-award/about-vermont-book-award

FOCUS: The Dorothy Canfield Fisher Name Should be Removed from the Vermont Book Award 01/29/2018

Vermont Book Award: vcfa.edu/vermont-book-award/about-vermont-book-award

Common Good Vermont: Vermont Cultural Leaders Respond to Proposed Federal Budget Cuts 03/20/2017

Vermont cultural leaders speak about the impact of proposed federal budget cuts on Monday March 20th at 1 p.m. The press event was held live at Channel 17 Studios in Burlington's Old North End.

Representing the larger community of arts and cultural organizations will be:

Alex Aldrich, Vermont Arts Council

Peter Gilbert – Vermont Humanities Council, Executive Director

Robin Turnau – Vermont Public Radio, President and CEO

Holly Groschner, Vermont PBS, President and CEO

Thomas Denenberg, Ph.D. – Shelburne Museum, Director

Doreen Kraft – Burlington City Arts, Executive Director

Benjamin Cadwallader – Vermont Symphony Orchestra, Executive Director

Phelan Fritz - ECHO Leahy Center for Lake Champlain, Executive Director
Rosina Cannizzaro – Vermont Youth Orchestra Association, Executive Director

Natalie Neuert – Lane Series, Director

Mary Danko - Fletcher Free Library, Director

Jody Woos – Lake Champlain Chamber Music Festival, Executive Director

Tom Torti - Lake Champlain Chamber of Commerce, President

Lauren Glenn Davitian – CCTV Center for Media & Democracy, Executive Director

Vermont International Festival Preview 10/29/2015

Ben Bergstein, Artistic Director, Vermont Performing Arts League, and April Werner, Executive Director, Vermont Performing Arts League, share insights into the upcoming 23rd Vermont International Festival, December 4th, 5th and 6th. More information at: (802) 863-6713 www.vermontinternationalfestival.com

The Vermont Movie Premiere 10/03/2013

On September 27, after seven years of production, Upper Valley Arts of Norwich, VT will release Freedom & Unity: The Vermont Movie, the first ever documentary series about the many voices, cultural and political traditions that give the Green Mountain State its egalitarian ideals and bold, iconoclastic spirit. The six-part film, a collaboration of three dozen critically acclaimed Vermont lmmakers and historians, is led by award-winning filmmaker Nora Jacobson. Joining host Lauren-Glenn Davitian in this interview are filmmakers Kate Cone, Emma Mullen and John Douglas.

Freedom & Unity: The Vermont Movie Barnstorming Tour (9/29 to 12/04/2013) features screenings in 11 Vermont counties. For more information: www.thevermontmovie.com

Burlington School Commissioners' Corner: Burlington School District Community Dialogue on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion 10/23/2012

Burlington School Board’s Committee on Diversity and Equity engages the community in a dialogue to guide the direction of the School District’s efforts on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Thet School Board of Commissioners has moved forward its proposed updated Policy for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for the School District. Additionally, the Board approved a Board Strategic Plan for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion that includes a Mission and Vision for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for the District. All documents can be found at www.bsdvt.org

Cultural Diversity Series: Exploring Successes and Challenges of the Bosnian and Congolese Communities 05/23/2012

A presentation and discussion exploring the successes and challenges of the Bosnian and Congolese Communities. Burlington High School students Esmir Hadzic, Medina Korajkic and Darijo Piplica share insights into the Bosnian Community. Cleophace Mukeba speaks to the challenges and successes of the Congolese community and his efforts to improve opportunites and conditions in the Congo through the Vermont Ibutwa Initiative. Presented as part of the Cultural Diversity Series of the Diversity and Equity Office of the Burlington School District.

Burlington Park, Arts and Culture Committee 03/22/2012

The City of Burlington's Park, Art and Culture Committee meeting. More information on the Board's makeup and meeting times and agendas can be found here.

Burlington Park, Arts and Culture Committee 12/21/2011

The City of Burlington's Park, Art and Culture Committee meeting. Taped by community producer Phil Lavigne. More information on the Board's makeup and meeting times and agendas can be found here.

Burlington Park, Arts and Culture Committee 11/30/2011

The City of Burlington's Park, Art and Culture Committee meeting. Taped by community producer Phil Lavigne. More information on the Board's makeup and meeting times and agendas can be found here.

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CCTV Receives NEH Grant to Support Community Archives

CCTV Center for Media & Democracy is pleased to announce receipt of a National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Humanities Collections and Reference Resources grant alongside 32 peer archival institutions across the country. This $49,927 grant award will support efforts to preserve and expand access to audio/visual community history materials in the CCTV Archives. Read more about this opportunity here!