The Equity Taskforce

03/31/2026

March 31st marks 17 years of Transgender Day of Visibility; it started with one person, Rachel Crandall-Crocker, making the brave step of organizing an event just outside of Detroit in 2009. Now TDOV is recognized on a international level!

Now, not everyone has the ability to make such a huge change in the world, so how can we all be better allies and support our family and friends?

It's easy:
🩵 Learn more about local volunteer opportunities, such as with the Salus Center in Lansing or Transgender Michigan;
🩷 Speak up for those who can't speak for themselves;
🤍 Respect a person's pronouns and chosen name;
🩷 Be willing to show your support publicly;
🩵 Practice using inclusive language.

Now more than ever, our transgender and non-binary community members need to feel seen, supported, and safe as they go through their daily lives. It may…

03/09/2026

🌸✨ Happy International Women’s Day! ✨🌸

02/26/2026

It's National Public Schools Week! No matter where you live or how much money you have, all kids should feel safe in school 🤲🏾

School boards can help protect our students. If you've ever been curious about running for a seat, tonight's training is for you: https://actionnetwork.org/event_campaigns/how-to-run-for-school-board

02/25/2026

The 100th anniversary of Black History Month gives everyone the opportunity to make a commitment to truth and equity all year long; by making space for Black voices, putting in the effort to learn the history of those that came before us, and supporting your community through action (big and small!).

02/16/2026

As the weekend winds down, please keep in mind that tomorrow is Mason’s City Council meeting at 6:30pm at City Hall.

Topics of note include Resolution 2026-07: public infrastructure improvements, and receipt of legal opinion regarding giving name and address for public comment.

Make sure to take a peek at the agenda here: https://www.mason.mi.us/your_government/mayor_and_city_council/agendas_&_minutes.php

02/12/2026

The Children’s Cultural Concert Series returns this Saturday, Feb. 14! The events are free and open to all community members.

The first performance will feature the Greater Lansing Area Ballet Folklorico. The GLA Ballet Folklorico celebrates the rich heritage of Hispanic culture through the vibrant art of Mexican Folklorico dance. Through lively and dynamic classes, they explore the diverse dance styles from each region of Mexico, offering a hands-on experience in understanding the cultural significance behind each step.

All performances will be held from 11 a.m.-noon at the East Lansing Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road, with a special library story time before each concert that begins at 10:45 a.m.

For information about the rest of the Children's Cultural Concert Series, visit https://www.cityofeastlansing.com/137/Childrens-Cultural-Concert-Series.

02/10/2026

Join our February Out & About Families meetup - a Valentines Day party featuring a singalong, heart-themed crafts and snacks, and community!

Meet up with other 2SLGBTQIA+ families and allies each month to play and foster community together.

This is a social space for families of all kinds. Folks attending our family and youth support groups are especially encouraged to attend!

Snacks and a kid-friendly activity provided. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Part of the Salus Center community, Out & About Families offers a welcoming and inclusive space where families of all kinds in Greater Lansing can connect, share experiences, and celebrate visibility and belonging together.

$10 donation to Salus Center per family encouraged but not required.

02/05/2026

We’ve heard it more than once:
“I always thought the Gala was invite-only.”

It’s not.

The Red Carpet Gala is for parents, teachers, alumni, neighbors — anyone who cares about Mason schools.

And ultimately, it’s for our kids.

Join Us!

📅 March 7, 2026
📍 Graduate East Lansing
🕠 6:00–10:00 PM

🎟️ Purchase tickets or make a donation:
👉 https://one.bidpal.net/mpsfgala2026/welcome

🎁 Donate a silent or live auction item:
👉 https://www.masonpsf.org

📘 View the 2025–2026 Sponsorship Packet:
👉https://www.masonpsf.org/_files/ugd/b45409_434218e577704f7e8f0ce3057dfbeecc.pdf

02/02/2026

Tomorrow, Monday February 2nd at 7:30 pm at City Hall in the Sycamore Room is the Mason City Council Meeting. Meeting minutes can be found at the link below, but unfinished business of note includes Ordinance 266: Adoption of Amended Ordinance 266 (, Creating A New Technology Innovation (M-3) Zoning District).

This is the first opportunity of February to make your voice heard, so please be aware you can submit comments in person or via email by 4:30 p.m. the day of the meeting to [email protected].

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01/31/2026

Black History Month is one day away.

History isn’t only something we look back on—it’s being made right now by Black women in our community. As we prepare to honor Black History Month, we invite you to nominate local Black women who are making history and deserve to be celebrated.

Selected nominees will be honored by being highlighted on our social media throughout Black History Month.

https://form.jotform.com/260296030376152

01/27/2026