2-11-22 Meeting Notes
– Representatives from Racial Harmony attending
– Representative from Edwardsville branch of NAACP attending
– Representative from Rainbow House attending
– Representative from Human2Human attending
Thankfulness
O give thanks unto the Lord, for He is good: for his mercy endureth forever. Oh that men would praise the Lord for His goodness, and for His wonderful works to the children of men! For He satisfieth the longing soul, and filleth the hungry soul with goodness. Let...
Unity Forum 7-21-19
Discussion on religious belief Religion can be both unifying and dis-unifying People’s religious beliefs may motivate participate, but not required SIUE Diversity Fair Ideas on how to participate Invite to the Friday night CommUNITY night Meeting locations Are...
Unity Forum 6-16-19
Letter Introducing the Edwardsville Unity group Listing our current activities and mission statement 37 letters were mailed out since last meeting to local organizations to gain awareness and participation Individuals can share this letter out with their personal...
2019 Goshen Market Dates
Edwardsville Unity will once again participate at the wonderful Goshen Market. As usual, we'll work together to create a community art project. This year's theme is "Drops of one ocean, waves of one sea.” The many unique watercolor paintings collaged together into a...
SIUE Diversity Day
Edwardsville Unity will once again participate in the SIUE Diversity Day program. The theme of the event this year is "From Awareness to Action, SIUE Shaping a Changing World." The speakers and presentations last year were so wonderful, we just can't wait to attend...
Unity Forum 3-17-19
The group in attendance included educators, members of the NAACP, Edwardsville Foundation, and those running for office (School Board and Alderman). The discussion ranged from existing programs that promote unity to ideating around holding a unity focused event. Many...
Unity Forum 2-17-19
These notes document the key discussion themes Black History Month and the many events within our community to celebrate.
The Human Family
For the December 2018 CommUNITY Program, we read quotes from various religions and secular sources highlighting the theme of family unity. Here are those quotes for your own reflection. "Our world and our lives have become increasingly interdependent, so...
Golden Rule
For the August 2018 CommUNITY Program, we read quotes from various religions and secular sources highlighting the theme of unity. Here are those quotes for your own reflection. Introduction: "The interdependence implied by the notion of the oneness of humanity...
Unity Through Art
Join us every third Friday at the Fuller Dome on SIUE campus for free programs on unity followed by refreshments. Do you know a song that promotes unity? Does the act of creating visual or performance art encourage unity? Bring a song to share and hear a performance...
Unity Forum 9-16-18
These notes document the key discussion themes of white privilege, various on-going unifying efforts from existing groups and personal plans for increasing unity from those in attendance.
Unity Forum 8-20-18
Overview: A vocal group shared personal and anecdotal stories of unity and disunity in our community, including an SIUE student perspective. An existing SIUE event was shared with the group and will be explored for Edwardsville Unity participation and future...
Unity Form 7-30-18
Overview: Members of the community gathered at the Edwardsville Public Library for a second time to discuss the state of unity in Edwarsdville and what steps we can take, as individuals and as a group, to increase unity in our family, our neighborhoods and our entire...
Second Unity Forum
We’ll be holding our second open forum at the Edwardsville Public Library (event room downstairs) following the success of the first forum. What are some ways individuals or groups can increase unity in Edwardsville? We’d like to hear from you. We welcome...
Unity Forum 6-18-18
The first Unity Forum at the Edwardsville Public Library was a great success. Though the group was small, the discussion was very productive and included insights from all present. If you see any mistakes or omissions in these notes, please send a message. We'll hold...
Unity Jam in the Park
What brings people together more than music? Bring an instrument, a song to teach, or just come to listen to this free event. Not a musician? We'll have some shakers and tambourines available for everyone to play along. Saturday, June 30th from 6-8 PM at Joe Glik park...
Unity Forum
We'll be holding our first open forum at the Edwardsville Public Library (event room downstairs) the Monday following our Stand for Unity at the Goshen Market. What are some ways individuals or groups can increase unity in Edwardsville? We'd like to hear from you. We...
2018 Goshen Market Stand for Unity
Mark your calendars to attend the wonderful Goshen Market and stop by the Stand for Unity to participate in the Unity art project and share unity themed gifts.
Edwardsville Unity Art Project – Unity Tree Display
Come see your hand on the tree combined with all the submissions collected through the months of this on-going, community-wide program.