Diversity + Inclusion

Women with wings: Inside the International Women’s Air & Space Museum
The annual Cleveland Air Show reminds us of the rich aviation-related history in our city and the state of Ohio. Locals have heard of the Cleveland Air Races and seen historical aircraft at the Crawford Auto-Aviation Museum. Yet some Clevelanders may not be aware of the significant role of women in aviation history—and the museum at Burke Lakefront Airport that celebrates them.
Cleveland Restoration Society receives funding for an African American Cultural Heritage Fellow
The Cleveland Restoration Society is looking for a one-year Fellow to help implement its Cleveland Civil Rights Trail project. 
In her own words: A journey toward racial reconciliation and eliminating systemic racism
Slavic Village community steward Toni White shares her thoughts on her efforts to rid her neighborhood of racism, prejudice, and bigotry through open and honest discussion.
Groups break ground on Ubuntu Gathering Place in Buckeye-Woodland Hills neighborhood
The Western Reserve Land Conservancy and other organizations celebrated the groundbreaking of Ubuntu Gathering Place—the beginning of a community park on an abandoned lot in Buckeye. 
The Great Lakes African American Writers Conference turns the page toward its 2021 event
As the author of "Little Lumpy's Book of Blessings," Rev. Dr. Leah Lewis is no stranger to the path to publication—and she founded the Great Lakes African American Writers Conference to help make sure others don’t get burned along the way.
Mexico joins the Cleveland Cultural Gardens just in time for One World Day
Mexico is now represented in the Cleveland Cultural Garden and Comite Mexicano de Cleveland will celebrate One World Day with food and activities this Sunday, Aug. 29.
Converge: Artists Archives presents the works of 71 regional artists to share the LGBTQ experience
CONVERGE, a visual art exhibition will feature more than 200 works of art by 71 regional artists and shown across five venues. The exhibit brings together the stories of the LGBTQ+ community, including the struggles with AIDS, the historically underrepresented voices of women, transgender people, and people of color.
One World Day: Celebrating Cleveland’s diversity for 75 Years
For more than 75 years, Cleveland has honored its ethnic diversity and celebrated the city's immigrants with One World Day in the Cleveland Cultural Gardens. After canceling last year's event, One World Day will mark it's 75th anniversary next week. 
Powerful connections: $75K grant launches the start of Ubuntu Gathering Space in Buckeye-Woodhill
A group of partners later this year will break ground on The Ubuntu Gathering Place, a park next door to the East End Neighborhood House to bring greenspace and a sense of place to the Buckeye-Woodland community.
HELP is planting the seed for a hydroponic greenhouse in downtown Euclid
Euclid's HELP Harvest Greenhouse will teach life and employment skills by providing both paid employment and on-the-job training in growing hydroponic crops and fresh produce.
Still We Rise: Exhibit will showcase resilience, strength in 'forgotten' Black neighborhoods
The Sculpture Center's upcoming augmented reality exhibit, "Crossroads: Still We Rise" will demonstrate how six Cleveland communities that were lost in the racial divide can be rediscovered and resurrected through the works of 12 Black artists.
Cleveland Black Futures Fund announces nearly $2 million in grants to 49 organizations
The Black Futures Fund, which was started late last year to support Black-owned and Black-led organizations, has amassed more than $4.3 million. This week, $1.89 million was granted to 49 organizations in the first round. 
A moment in time: Euclid unearths a 65-year-old time capsule from its former YMCA site
Two days ago, a group of 75 curious Euclidians and history buffs gathered to unearth the contents of a 1956 time capsule found inside the cornerstone of the now-defunct YMCA building.
Gaining independence: After 34 years, Ben is living on his own
Since age three Ben Hill has lived with autism and other health issues, which prompted his mother, Cindy, to be a full-time caregiver. Now, at age 34, and thanks to technology, Ben is finally on his own, and Cindy is able to enjoy her own independence as well.
Cleveland Clinic shows its support for local, minority-owned businesses with commitment pledge
The Cleveland Clinic took its Supplier Diversity program a step further by joining 11 other healthcare providers in an impact purchasing commitment to increase business to diverse groups of suppliers.
A community affair: Details released for this weekend’s Juneteenth Freedom Fest
This Saturday, June 19  on Mall C downtown, all are invited to experience the family-friendly, citywide Juneteenth Freedom Fest. Get the details here.
Sisters of Charity Foundation plans to attack social disparities with health campus in Central
Sisters of Charity Foundation of Cleveland has plans to address systemic racism and health disparities with a vision to create a whole health campus in the Central neighborhood.
A drink with Pride: Kimpton Schofield celebrates Pride Month with signature cocktail
The Kimpton Schofield Hotel is celebrating Pride Month with a special cocktail that pays homage to Cleveland's first gay bar.
Buckeye Renaissance: Burten, Bell, Carr develops master plan to boost neighborhood assets
Burten, Bell, Carr Development, which covers four square miles through various eastern Cleveland neighborhoods, is focused on improving Buckeye.
First annual downtown Juneteenth Freedom Fest is scheduled for summer
Plans are in the works for free community-driven Juneteenth celebration in downtown Cleveland this summer.