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Commission highlights 'No Hate on My Plate' events and seeks school partnerships
Summary
Commissioners reported recent and upcoming 'No Hate on My Plate' community dinners and discussed outreach to high schools and youth groups; staff and volunteers described varied attendance and plans for broader school engagement.
Commissioners reviewed recent community engagement events conducted under the commission’s “No Hate on My Plate” program and discussed outreach to high schools and other youth groups.
Staff reported two recent dinners — one at the Southeast Library and another youth event in North Nashville — and said trustee Edgar Gilmore will sponsor an event on Aug. 26 (location pending). Commissioners noted that attendees vary by event because inviting organizations bring different networks; staff said meals often attract new participants rather than a repeated core group.
Commissioners discussed possible partnerships with area high schools, including public and private schools, and recommended outreach to student governments and social justice clubs. A commissioner said she is willing to help organize sessions at local schools and suggested coordinating with school district (MNPS) curriculum approvals where necessary.
Staff said some events have included children and younger participants; one meeting required ad‑hoc childcare in a separate room. Commissioners said youth presence changed the tenor of conversations in constructive ways.
Ending: Staff will follow up on logistics for the Aug. 26 event and on next steps for school outreach and coordination with MNPS where required.
