February 13th-16th at the UCSC campus will be dedicated to raising awareness about the issues surrounding New Orleans in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. The event, titled "New Orleans: The American Disaster," will highlight issues regarding the various levels of institutionalized inequity exemplified by the post hurricane response. Each night will focus on making connections to the day-to-day parallels of injustice in the social makeup of America. The event will be action oriented, encouraging opportunities for community members and students to engage with activists from the Bay Area and grassroots organizers from New Orleans. [Schedule of Events]

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