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The Groundwater Approach: A Racial Equity Workshop

Jul 01, 2026 - Sep 23, 2026

An online workshop to build a practical understanding of structural racism presented by the Racial Equity Institute.

Past Events

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Jun 28, 2023

Getting from Here to There: The Future of Transportation in the Naugatuck Valley (RECORDED)

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May 17, 2023

VCF 2023 Annual Reception

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Nov 18, 2022

Convening on Cultural Equity (RECORDED)

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Nov 15, 2022 - Nov 15, 2022

2022 Valley Community Index Unveiling (RECORDED)

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May 17, 2022

VCF 2022 Annual Reception (RECORDED)

Nov 08, 2021 - Nov 08, 2021

Childhood Poverty Reduction Community Conversation

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Jun 30, 2021 - Jun 30, 2021

2021 Digital Annual Reception

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Feb 01, 2021

Stepping Forward: Advancing Opportunity and Equity in the Time of COVID

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