Cross Cultural Community Services

05/18/2026

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Cross-Cultural Community Services mourns the passing of Gerald “Jerry” Talbot, father of our co-founder Regina Phillips and a true giant in the fight for equity and justice in Maine. Jerry Talbot was a trailblazer, historian, educator, legislator, and civil rights leader whose lifelong work open...

01/08/2026

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10/06/2025

We’re proud to celebrate Spurwink Services as a corporate sponsor for our upcoming Stand Together for Change fundraiser! 💛

Spurwink’s long-standing commitment to mental health, connection, and community care aligns deeply with CCCS’s mission to promote equity, inclusion, and social well-being for all. Together, we’re building systems that truly work for everyone.

👉 Tickets and details at: crossculturalcommunityservices.org/event-details/standtogetherforchange

Join us on October 16th, 4–7 PM at Oxbow Blending & Bottling (Washington Ave, Portland) for an evening of live music, great food, and collective action — all in support of equity and belonging in Maine.

🎶 Music by Kenya Hall
🍴 Local food & Oxbow drinks
💬 Community. Connection. Change.

👉 Tickets and details at: crossculturalcommunityservices.org/event-details/standtogetherforchange

10/06/2025

🌍 Stand Together for Change — Join Us October 16th!

We’re gathering for an evening of community, music, and action in support of Cross Cultural Community Services (CCCS)!

📅 Wednesday, October 16
🕓 4–7 PM
📍 Oxbow Blending & Bottling, Washington Ave, Portland
🎟️ Tickets available at: crossculturalcommunityservices.org/event-details/standtogetherforchange

Join us for an unforgettable night featuring live performances by Kenya Hall and Suzie Assam, local food, and Oxbow’s signature brews — all in support of CCCS’s mission to advance equity and inclusion across Maine.

Cross Cultural Community Services is a Maine-based nonprofit founded by three Black women dedicated to building systems that serve everyone. From health equity and racial justice to advocacy and education, CCCS works every day to ensure our communities are seen, heard, and cared for.

At a time when DEI programs are being challenged, your presence matters. Together, we can stand for equity — and celebrate the joy of doing it side by side.

🎟️ Tickets available at: crossculturalcommunityservices.org/event-details/standtogetherforchange

Let’s stand together for change. 💜

09/12/2025

🎶 Stand Together for Change Fundraiser 🎶

Get tickets Now: https://www.crossculturalcommunityservices.org/event-details/standtogetherforchange?utm_campaign=9ed6b76b-408a-4f9b-8b9b-36297ea3263e&utm_source=so&utm_medium=mail&cid=d436c867-a859-459d-8ba9-91261c443da7

Join us for an evening of music, community, and purpose featuring Kenya Hall and Suzie Assam. Their performances will bring energy and inspiration as we come together to support equity and inclusion in Maine!

📅 Wednesday, October 16
🕓 4:00 – 7:00 PM
📍 Oxbow Blending & Bottling, 49 Washington Ave, Portland

✨ Registration required — reserve your spot online today! https://www.crossculturalcommunityservices.org/event-details/standtogetherforchange?utm_campaign=9ed6b76b-408a-4f9b-8b9b-36297ea3263e&utm_source=so&utm_medium=mail&cid=d436c867-a859-459d-8ba9-91261c443da7

All proceeds benefit CCCS programs that dismantle barriers and build stronger, more inclusive communities.

08/22/2025

📣 We’re celebrating big news!
Our co-founder, Deqa Dhalac, has been honored with the 2025 Community Trailblazer Award by The Third Place - Maine. 🌟

From her beginnings in Somalia to making history as the first Somali-American mayor in the U.S., and now serving in the Maine House of Representatives, Deqa has always led with courage, compassion, and vision.

At CCCS, she has guided schools, nonprofits, and government agencies to embed equity into policies and practice—changing systems while empowering communities.

Her leadership is grounded in Ubuntu — “I am because we all are.” 💛

Join us in congratulating Deqa for this well-deserved honor! 👏

05/01/2025

Join Cross Cultural Community Services & the Equality Community Center - ECC for a series of wellness groups for & adults, located at 15 Casco Street, Portland!

Please register in advance: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScSb1fa3kQHXklRVNWWLD6Ws9lYyj5LoIJGYYHSK_Y637MvCQ/viewform?usp=sharing

02/24/2025

Read about how the 5th Black History Month Community Wellness Fair addresses racism’s impact on public health amid federal policy changes.

5th Black History Month Community Wellness Fair in Portland, ME, February 26-27, addressing racism’s impact on public health amid federal policy changes.

02/21/2025

Join us for Day One of our 5th Black History Month Community Wellness Fair featuring keynote speaker Melissa Hue!

Melissa is Lewiston’s first-ever Director of DEI and a former MaineHealth DEI ambassador. She’s spent years championing equitable healthcare for BIPOC and LGBTQ+ Mainers and now leads the City of Portland’s Office of Economic Opportunity.

Come hear her insights on breaking down barriers to care and building more inclusive communities. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/5th-black-history-month-community-wellness-fair-3954853

10/25/2024

We're thrilled to welcome Kristopher Kleva to the Cross Cultural Community Services (CCCS) board! 🎉 Kristopher is an empathy-driven technology leader passionate about social inclusion and equity. As an executive wellness business partner, he helps high-performing professionals overcome burnout while supporting entrepreneurs and diversity initiatives in corporate, creative, and nonprofit spaces. 🙌 His dedication to fostering innovation and supporting the community makes him a perfect fit for CCCS, and we’re excited to have him on board!