Coconino County Democratic Party to take part in Nationwide Protest rally at Flagstaff City Hall on April 19

Coconino County Democratic Party to take part in Nationwide Protest rally at Flagstaff City Hall on April 19

April 1, 2025Posted inDemocracy, Education, Events, local, newsNo Comments
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Democratic Party has announced a National Day of Protest rally will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 19, 2025 at Flagstaff City Hall. Bring your kazoos and tambourines, drums and friends, creative signs and FRIENDS! About this event The calendar date is meaningful. The American Revolutionary War began on April 19, 1775 with the “shot heard ’round the world” in Massachusetts. The date is also important for another reason. The current administration has been threatening to use the Insurrection Act of 1807 to declare martial law to shut down dissent and protest nationwide. Unconfirmed reports say they might announce it on April 20.  Know this; we will not cede power to the administration that they do not have.
Indivisible Northern Arizona to join national May Day Protest in Flagstaff on May 1

Indivisible Northern Arizona to join national May Day Protest in Flagstaff on May 1

April 1, 2025Posted inDemocracy, Education, Events, localNo Comments
FLAGSTAFF — As part of a national effort, Indivisible Northern Arizona will hold its May Day Protest from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, May 1 at the Flagstaff City Hall, 211 W. Aspen Ave., Flagstaff. The protest is organized by Indivisible Northern AZ, and co-sponsored by AZ LD7 Democrats, Arizona List, AZ Students Association, Catch Fire, Coconino County Democratic Party, FLAGPAC, and Women’s March Flagstaff. An estimated 26 other May Day demonstrations are planned for throughout Arizona. See information on other planned protests locally, Arizona and nationwide: • Great Circle Media (KAFF News) — May Day protest scheduled for tomorrow (May 1) at City Hall
United Left Coalition Student Club at NAU to hold May Day Rally and Panel on May 1

United Left Coalition Student Club at NAU to hold May Day Rally and Panel on May 1

April 1, 2025Posted inDemocracy, Diversity, Education, Events, local, news
FLAGSTAFF — The United Left Coalition NAU student club is hosting a series of May Day events from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm.   Organizers say, “join us in a community gathering to acknowledge and celebrate working class solidarity and the history of Mayday, and to protest the growing rise in fascism.” The day will begin with poster making, followed by a march to Flagstaff City Hall for a protest rally.  At 6:15 pm, there will be a panel of speakers that is open to the public.
May Day at the Museum of Contemporary Art Flagstaff on May 1

May Day at the Museum of Contemporary Art Flagstaff on May 1

April 1, 2025Posted inDemocracy, Education, Events, local, news
A celebration of workers and the labor movement is being held at MOCAF (Museum of Contemporary Art Flagstaff at 555 Blackbird Roost, Flagstaff). Organizers say, “Join us for May Day at MOCAF! Thursday, May 1 | 4–8 PM 555 Blackbird Roost Flagstaff, AZ Celebrate the rich history of the labor movement through art, music, food, and community.  Learn how to support Flagstaff’s local labor unions and get involved. We’ll have union tabling, performances and hands-on activities like picket sign + zine making for all ages.
Indivisible Northern AZ to hold community gathering in Flagstaff on April 21

Indivisible Northern AZ to hold community gathering in Flagstaff on April 21

April 1, 2025Posted inDemocracy, Diversity, Education, Events, localNo Comments
Please join us at our Community Gathering on Monday, April 21st at 5:30 at the Flagstaff Federated Community Church!   We will celebrate the success of the protest movement across the country, and talk about why it’s important  and what we see coming next.  We’ll discuss the actions you can take in-between protests. We will  revisit some key elements of the Indivisible Guide, which lays out the tactics that underpin the actions we need to take to reclaim our democracy; in other words, Activism 101.
More than 300 people take part in Mexican Consulate’s ‘Consulado Móvil en Flagstaff’ on March 29 at CCC

More than 300 people take part in Mexican Consulate’s ‘Consulado Móvil en Flagstaff’ on March 29 at CCC

April 1, 2025Posted inEvents, Immigration, local, newsNo Comments
FLAGSTAFF — With 200 people pre-registered, and at least another 100 dropping in seeking immigration services, the Mexican Consulate's “Consulado Móvil en Flagstaff” proved to be an overwhelming success at Coconino Community College on March 29. Those attending the event were able to sign up to receive information on Mexican Electronic Passports (Pasaporte electrónico), Consular Registration (Matríconsular), Voter Credentials (Credencial ed elector) and Birth Certificates (Actas de nacimiento). The event was organized locally by Alejandra Vasquez, the City of Flagstaff and the Sunnyside Neighborhood Association. Officials from Mexico addressing the audience included representations from the Consulado General de México en Phoenix (Deputy Consul General of Mexico in Phoenix, Armando Manuel Esparza Miranda) and representatives from the Mexican state of Sonora (Gerardo Valenzuela Buelna).
LULAC files historic lawsuit to defend voting rights from executive overreach threatening America’s Democracy

LULAC files historic lawsuit to defend voting rights from executive overreach threatening America’s Democracy

March 31, 2025Posted inlocal, newsNo Comments
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) announced the filing of a federal lawsuit Monday challenging an executive order issued by President Donald Trump that seeks to impose sweeping and unlawful changes to the administration of U.S. elections. The lawsuit defends the right to vote for all American citizens. It states the executive order strips away long-standing protections for fair and free elections. The executive order mandates proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections and limits mail-in voting with unrealistic deadlines. It directs federal agencies to police state voter rolls that threaten to disenfranchise millions of eligible voters, including veterans, students, seniors, and Latino citizens. More than 21 million Americans cannot access the additional documents required to register to vote under the purported rules of this executive order. "LULAC is taking this legal action not to oppose any individual or party but to uphold the sacred principles that define our democracy," said LULAC National President and Chairman Roman Palomares. "The right to vote is not a partisan issue. It is the foundation of our republic and must be protected against any attempt—no matter how powerful the source—that seeks to undermine it."
Students share their culture, talents during opening of NAU Ethnic Studies Program’s ‘Wings of Change: Our Narratives Reclaimed’ art exhibit

Students share their culture, talents during opening of NAU Ethnic Studies Program’s ‘Wings of Change: Our Narratives Reclaimed’ art exhibit

March 28, 2025Posted inDiversity, Events, local, Native American, newsNo Comments
FLAGSTAFF — From an enchanting scene featuring a colorful butterfly, nopales, roses and seeds soaring to the heavens, to an image stating “Education is NOT a Crime — Making Our Ancestors Proud,” students from throughout the region displayed their heartfelt images in an exhibit of more than 30 murals and mix-media projects during the annual “Wings of Change: Our Narratives Reclaimed” exhibit presented by the NAU Ethnic Studies Program. The exhibit opened March 26 at NAU’s School of Behavioral Science West Building, Suite 100 (Building 70) in the south campus. Featuring the artwork by NAU Ethnic Studies 160 and 100 classes, Ponderosa High School, Leupp Public Schools and T-schools, the exhibit touches on a variety of cultures including African-America, Asian, European, Jewish, Mexican-American/Hispanic, Muslim and Native American indigenous peoples. Themes feature images ranging from United Farm Workers of America protest murals, to those touching on Día de los Muertos/Day of the Dead and a Hopi Kachina Soyoko.
Coalition of groups gather at Flagstaff City Hall on March 24 to protest Rep. Eli Crane

Coalition of groups gather at Flagstaff City Hall on March 24 to protest Rep. Eli Crane

March 28, 2025Posted inDemocracy, Events, local, newsNo Comments
Also see Arizona Daily Sun: 'Where's Eli?' Flagstaff citizens call out Congressman Crane for lack of engagement with community FLAGSTAFF — Hundreds of individuals from a variety of groups gathered in front of the Flagstaff City Hall to protest against Rep. Eli Crane, R-Arizona on Monday, March 24. The groups, and some Republican constituents, have criticized Crane for refusing to hold open town halls, resulting in a growing number protests including an event in Cottonwood on March 19. The Arizona Daily Sun reported that more than 300 took part in the protest in front of the Flagstaff City Hall. Crane’s office reported that its staff met with Pastor Randall Miller of Northland Baptist Church and students from Northland Preparatory Academy in Flagstaff on Monday, posting a photo of the meeting on Facebook, which included comments by individuals asking Crane to meet with the public. Some of the groups supporting the protest at the Flagstaff City Hall include Arizona Progressive Action Committee, Arizona Students Association, Coconino Democrats, 50501 and Indivisible Northern Arizona.
Channeling the spirit of César E. Chávez, community leaders provide passionate response to our times at annual community breakfast

Channeling the spirit of César E. Chávez, community leaders provide passionate response to our times at annual community breakfast

March 28, 2025Posted inDiversity, Education, Events, Immigration, local, newsNo Comments
FLAGSTAFF — With a mixture of fiery speeches, presentations featuring the importance of telling everyone’s stories and a commitment to refusing to be erased from the history books (video clip*), the 7th annual Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council’s (CHAC) César E. Chávez Community Breakfast took on a more feisty tone this year. The event, held at the American Legion Post 3, included an opening presentation of the importance of remember the community’s history presented by Dr. Pedro A. Cuevas, assistant teaching professor at the Dept. of Ethnic Studies at Northern Arizona University.
Culture Connection AZ presents ‘Disappeared: Portraits of Absence, Songs of Resistence’ — A powerful evening of music, art and remembrance at the Flagstaff Historic Ice House on April 4

Culture Connection AZ presents ‘Disappeared: Portraits of Absence, Songs of Resistence’ — A powerful evening of music, art and remembrance at the Flagstaff Historic Ice House on April 4

March 25, 2025Posted inDiversity, Education, Events, Immigration, local, newsNo Comments
FLAGSTAFF — Culture Connection AZ invites the community to Disappeared: Portraits of Absence, Songs of Resistance, an evening of powerful music and art dedicated to honoring the victims of forced disappearance and the global movements seeking justice. This interdisciplinary event will take place during the First Friday ArtWalk on April 4th at the Historic Ice House on Birch Ave and will feature an exhibition, live performances, and a space for community reflection and solidarity. Through music, photography, poetry, and historical storytelling, Disappeared will illuminate the human cost of these crimes while celebrating the resilience of those who refuse to let these stories be forgotten.
The NAU Diversity’s Commissions’ Film Festival, free, to be held on April 7

The NAU Diversity’s Commissions’ Film Festival, free, to be held on April 7

March 25, 2025Posted inEducation, local, newsNo Comments
The films will include both documentary and narrative and will celebrate personal stories but also raise important issues around building inclusive communities. Following the films, a panel composed of the VP of Inclusive Excellence, the Co-Chairs of the Diversity Commissions and the president of Club ADA will take questions from the audience. This event is sponsored by Club ADA. Free and open to everyone!
American Immigration Council — Healthcare Shortages Grip the Country

American Immigration Council — Healthcare Shortages Grip the Country

March 16, 2025Posted inDiversity, Immigration, local, newsNo Comments
 LATEST ANALYSIS  States with Healthcare Shortages Turn to Foreign-Trained Doctors, Showing Bipartisan Immigration Policies Benefit All At a time when immigration policy remains one of the most divisive issues in American politics, an area of bipartisan agreement has emerged: expanding licensure pathways for international medical graduates.  
The Lighter side

The Lighter side

March 13, 2025Posted inDemocracy, local, newsNo Comments
Sometimes, we just need to breathe, take care of ourselves and enjoy the funniest political moments of the day. Besides, here are some useful quotes on using humor as a weapon against those with authoritarian tendencies. ... "Satire make them look human and make people fear them less ... If you remembered a joke whenever you looked at a wannabe/existing dictator would you fear them as much? ... Dictatorships are primarily based on fear and satire and fun can puncture the illusion of power" — Madhur Chadha
March 2025 Native Health Newsletter

March 2025 Native Health Newsletter

March 11, 2025Posted inDiversity, Education, Events, local, Native American, newsNo Comments
Spring is here and we're busy! March is a beautiful month and there's so much happening in the community. As you know from my monthly letters, we're growing and in need of dedicated community members to help guide our way. If you are interested in being a member of our Board of Directors, please consider applying. There is a monthly time commitment, but you can make a difference in the direction of NATIVE HEALTH. For more information, please contact Cherie.