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Diversity Circle
DESCRIPTION:
“Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, the
wretched refuse of your teeming shore…” While many people recognize this oft-quoted
stanza they may not know its fascinating backstory and its many uses and abuses. “The
New Colossus,” the sonnet by the Jewish American poet Emma Lazarus was written in
1883 to raise funds for the construction of a pedestal for “Liberty Enlightening the
World”. As issues of refugees and immigration continue to dominate the news, the poem’s
relevance is greater than ever. Join us for a lively, informative, and interactive
discussion of the pioneering female poet, her sonnet and its history, legacy, and cultural
influence through images, film, and audio clips.
PRESENTER BIO:
Jim Van Buskirk, https://jimvanbuskirk.com, former Program Manager of the James
C. Hormel Gay & Lesbian (now LGBTQIA) Center, is a professional group facilitator,
author, and film buff. Jim has presented other programs at the Diversity Circle including
How Has Hollywood (Mis)Represented Homosexuality?” and “San Francisco Before
Stonewall”.
Jim offers unique and entertaining perspectives on California gay and lesbian history,
Jewish identity, and Bay Area related movies. Most recently Jim has focused on issues
of death and dying, by co-hosting Death Cafes https://deathcafe.com, volunteering
with Final Exit Network, https://finalexitnetwork.org and presenting programs on end-
of-life options. He is currently available for bookings with this presentation, as well as
readings, workshops, and more.
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ZOOM LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/
MEETING ID: 859 0391 9869
PASSCODE: 411797
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