Bedford Diversity Council
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Indiana University Center for Rural Engagement
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This report was produced by students in MSCH-R428: Public Relations, Planning, & Research at Indiana University in collaboration with Lawrence North Community Schools as part of the 2017–2018 Sustaining Hoosier Communities initiative. The project focused on assessing community attitudes toward racial and cultural diversity in Bedford, Indiana, a predominantly white rural town. Through surveys and interviews with over 1,200 residents and community leaders, students explored perceptions of inclusivity, identified barriers to diversity, and proposed actionable recommendations. These included the formation of a Diversity Council, public awareness campaigns, and community events such as CultureFest. The report offers insights into how small towns can foster greater racial sensitivity and inclusivity through strategic communication and community engagement.
This project was completed as a collaboration between the students in MSCH-R428: Public Relations, Planning, & Research and Lawrence North Community Schools as part of the 2017–2018 Indiana University Sustaining Hoosier Communities (IUSHC) initiative. IUSHC is a program within the IU Center for Rural Engagement (CRE). This report represents original student work and recommendations proposed by the students in MSCH-R428: Public Relations, Planning, & Research for Lawrence North Community Schools. The contents of this report represent the views of the students in MSCH-R428: Public Relations, Planning, & Research and do not reflect those of IUSHC, CRE, Indiana University, or Lawrence County.
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Diversity, Community engagement, Sustaining Hoosier Communities, Bedford, Lawrence County, Indiana
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