Friday, October 07, 2022
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
The City Club of Cleveland
850 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, Ohio 44114
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Friday, October 07, 2022
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
The City Club of Cleveland
850 Euclid Avenue Cleveland, Ohio 44114
Growing up can be hard enough. For LGBTQ+ youth, coming out adds to the pressures and challenges as they come of age. Studies have shown that LGBTQ+ youth are more than four times as likely to attempt suicide than their peers. But when those kids are given access to LGBTQ-affirming spaces, they reported lower rates of suicide attempts,...
Wednesday, September 28, 2022, 11:30 a.m.
Looking Back, Looking Forward: Reflections on County Government Reform
It has now been over a decade of Cuyahoga County government reform since voters replaced corruption scandals with an elected county executive and 11-member county council. And soon, voters will also decide on a new county executive after eight years...
Friday, September 23, 2022, 11:30 a.m.
Silicon Heartland: Mapping Ohio's Next Phase of Economic Growth
The announcement of a $20 billion semi-conductor manufacturing facility in suburban Columbus sent a shock wave across the state and region. The largest single economic investment in the state's history, Intel is poised to change the state's economy in lasting...
Wednesday, September 21, 2022, 11:30 a.m.
Join us for the annual tradition of hearing from CMSD CEO Eric S. Gordon, leader of the region's largest public school district — a district whose improvement many believe is key to the future success of our city and region. The...
Tuesday, September 20, 2022, 11:30 a.m.
2022 Cuyahoga County Executive Debate
It has been eight years since Cuyahoga county has had an open seat in the County Executive's office and 12 years since voters approved a reform to create the office of county executive. The charter specifically called for "effective and...
Friday, September 16, 2022, 11:30 a.m.
Life and Literature of "America's Most Fearless Satirist," Ishmael Reed
The New Yorker called Ishmael Reed “a founding father of American multiculturalism,” and “America’s most fearless satirist.” A colleague at The University of California, where he taught for 35 years, said he “is probably our most prolific faculty member.” This...
Tuesday, September 13, 2022, 11:30 a.m.
Answering the Call for Crisis Care Change
When our loved ones, neighbors, or those we serve are in emotional distress, or experiencing a mental health crisis, there are moments when a response from a therapeutic professional may be the best option. The recent increase of behavioral health...
Friday, September 09, 2022, 11:30 a.m.
The Great Age Reboot: Cracking the Longevity Code for a Younger Tomorrow
It seems like 50 is the new 30, and standard aging milestones once considered the norm in prior generations are now occurring later in life. With new scientific breakthroughs and cutting-edge technology, the human lifespan is expected to continue to...
Friday, September 02, 2022, 11:30 a.m.
Are Public Schools Becoming Constitution-Free Zones?
Race, sex, religion, crime, liberty, patriotism, equality. The Supreme Court’s treatment of these incendiary topics has indelibly shaped public education and students' constitutional rights around the country. From intentionally drawing school districts to be more racially diverse, corporal punishment, and...
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