On June 16, 2023, Wisconsin State Representative Dora Drake (D-Milwaukee) and the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus held a news conference to celebrate Juneteenth 2023 and the raising of the Juneteenth flag.
On February 17, 2023, the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus hosted a panel conversation on mental health in the black community. Speakers include: Aaron Perry CEO/ Founder of Rebalanced-Life Wellness Association Dr. Alvin Thomas Clinical Psychologist Dr. Logan Edwards Assistant Professor, Dept. of Kinesiology at UW-Whitewater Maurice Horton, Alderman for the City of Racine and CEO […]
On February 15, 2023, the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus hosted a Lunch and Learn Lecture with Dr. Cedric Burrows of Marquette University. The title of Dr. Burrow’s lecture is, “Reimagining the Public Image of Martin Luther King, Jr.”
On January 16, 2023, Wisconsin celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., live from the State Capitol rotunda in Madison. Produced and directed by Wisconsin Public Radio’s Dr. Jonathan Øverby, the 42nd annual Tribute and Ceremony is the official state ceremony, and the oldest official MLK Day state celebration in the […]
On January 16, 2023, Newsmakers Host Lisa Pugh sits down with Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus Chair Rep. Dora Drake (D-Milwaukee) on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, a holiday to commemorate the life and accomplishments of the renowned civil rights leader. Rep. Drake discusses continued disparities for Black Wisconsinites and goals of the caucus in the upcoming […]
On January 16, 2023, Newsmakers Host Lisa Pugh sits down with Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus Chair Rep. Dora Drake (D-Milwaukee) on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, a holiday to commemorate the life and accomplishments of the renowned civil rights leader. Rep. Drake discusses continued disparities for Black Wisconsinites and goals of the caucus in the upcoming […]
On December 8, 2022, WISDOM will host a public presentation on transformational justice at the North Hearing Room in the State Capitol. Topics include: Solitary Confinement, TAD, Old Law Parole and Post Release Issues. Speakers: Rev. Marian Boyle-Rohloff Eugene Crisler-El Jerome Dillard Tamra Oman
On September 20, 2022, Wisconsin Counties Association hosted their 2022 Annual Conference – Day 2. This segment features a workshop on “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: A Local Perspective.” Speakers include: Ken Pabich, County Administrator, Door County Stephen Conrad, Human Resource Director, La Crosse County
June 17, 2022, the Juneteenth Flag was raised over the Wisconsin State Capitol for the third year in a row in celebration of Juneteenth. Gov. Evers joined members of the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus, members of his administration, state and local leaders, community members, and advocates to view the flag raising.
On June 17, 2022, Interim WBLC Chair Representative Dora Drake (D-Milwaukee) and the Wisconsin Legislative Black Caucus held a news conference to celebrate Juneteenth 2022 and the raising of the Juneteenth flag.
On March 29, 2022, EXPO of Wisconsin and WISDOM Wisconsin hosted a legislative day regarding a proposed constitutional amendment that would set a mandatory minimum bail for certain people, regardless of whether or not they pose a risk, and Unlock the Vote legislation, which would restore voting rights to people when they return home from […]
