Celebrating Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

The Third Circuit Court Diversity Equity, and Inclusion Team’s Mission: "We appreciate our common connection and respect our diverse and unique human experiences. We move forward as an inclusive organization as we provide accessible and equal justice."

The Court’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Team strives to ensure the values of its diverse bench, staff, and court users are acknowledged and reflected in our delivery of service as well as our work environment.

In that spirit, the team creates and shares a monthly list of various holidays and observations along with some celebration suggestions. We invite our work community and the community at large to contribute.

Focus on Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 - October 15)

Observed annually during this 30-day period, Hispanic Heritage Month recognizes the contributions and diverse cultures of the American-Latino community. Celebrations often include festivals, art shows, conferences and community gatherings. Hispanic Heritage Month also celebrates the independence days of several Latin American countries.

Fun facts and notable mentions about September

In addition to raising awareness regarding Diversity and Inclusion, other notable mentions for September include:

National Waffle Week – September 1-7
Eat an Extra Dessert Day - September 4
National Tailgating Day - September 7

The Detroit Lions first regular season home game will be September 8. In honor of National Tailgating Day, share a conversation, or make an introduction with another Lions fan from a different culture you may not know. Bond with other dedicated Lions fans as well, sharing your background, memories from games over the years or game-day rituals.

DID YOU KNOW? There are more pop and classic songs with “September” in the title than any other month.

The birthstone for September is the sapphire which is said to reduce inflammation, treat fever and act as a lucky charm for the person wearing it. It symbolizes intuition, clarity of thought, peacefulness, as well as loyalty and trust.

facts above courtesy of Wikipedia & Today.com

Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

If you are struggling, it is okay to connect with someone, the suicide and crisis lifeline is only a phone call, chat, or text message away by dialing 988. This number is for anyone experiencing behavioral health related distress, whether that is thoughts of suicide, mental health or substance use crisis, or any other kind of emotional distress.

People can also dial 988, if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis care. Learn more about this lifeline by contacting the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services online.