Thu., Nov. 14, 2024, 12 – 1 p.m.

In June 2023, the Supreme Court's decision to end race-based affirmative action in higher education triggered a wave of challenges against DEI efforts across various industries. Explore the need and complexities of establishing spaces dedicated to supporting specific identities in today’s polarized socio-political environment amidst these evolving challenges This event will focus on the design and development journey of The Pryde, Massachusetts' first LGBTQ-affirming housing for seniors, highlighting the unique challenges and solutions involved in its creation amid these shifting dynamics.

Gazette Classification: Art/Design, Classes/Workshops, Community, Diversity and Inclusion, Humanities, Law, Lecture, Social Sciences, Support/Social
Organization/Sponsor: Harvard University Graduate School of Design Office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Speaker(s): Gretchen Van Ness, Executive Director of The Pryde
Harvard Key Required: No
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