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Karen reappointed to Danvers Human Rights & Inclusion Committee; highlights community programming
Summary
The Select Board reappointed Karen to the Human Rights & Inclusion Committee; Karen reviewed three years of programming including MLK Day, Black Excellence and Pride events and outlined plans to deepen community engagement.
The Select Board reappointed Karen to a new term on the Danvers Human Rights & Inclusion Committee during its June 2 meeting.
Town staff recommended the reappointment and Karen addressed the board, reflecting on three years of work and a series of public programs the committee organized. She described events including MLK Day programming, Black Excellence events, Pride activities and partnerships with schools and the police department. "Our committee space is a place of intersection, innovation, and imagination," Karen said, summarizing the committee's civic approach.
Board members praised her volunteer service and contributions to community programming and voted to reappoint her by voice vote.
Next steps: Karen will continue on the committee and staff and board members encouraged ongoing collaboration between the HRC and town departments on upcoming events and outreach.
