2021 CCCC Standing Group and SIG Business Meeting Information
The 2021 business meetings are being held outside of the 2021 CCCC Virtual Annual Convention platform. You can find a schedule of meetings and information on how to sign up to attend at https://cccc.ncte.org/cccc/2021-cccc-standing-group-and-sigbusiness-meeting-information/.
Land Acknowledgment for Spokane
We’ll miss being in the beautiful city of Spokane, Washington, for the CCCC Annual Convention, but we want to honor what would have been our host city. We acknowledge that we are on the unceded lands of the Spokane Tribe. The Spokane people shared this place with other tribes through their relations, resources, history, trade, and ceremony. We thank the caretakers of this land, who lived, and continue to live here since time immemorial. This land holds the knowledge, culture, and spirit of “The People of the River.” As we take a moment to consider the impacts of historical trauma brought on by genocide and forced relocation, may we also acknowledge their strength and resiliency. We are grateful to be on the land of the Spokane people and ask for the support of the land as we work together toward our agreed-upon goals during this gathering as one heart, one mind, and one spirit. Please recognize that racism and unjust actions forever changed the life of the Spokane people and their relatives. Now let us agree to work together to stop acts that are continuing the trauma that continues for Native Americans. It is time to recognize and act upon the truths and actions we can take toward restorative justice. We encourage you to learn about the histories and current experiences of the Spokane people as well as the people whose lands you currently live and work on. You are also encouraged to learn more about how you can support Indigenous people, Tribal sovereignty, and the restoration of Indigenous languages.
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