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<p>Good morning all,<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p>I have an important update regarding the <a href="https://www.mapc.org/resource-library/racial-equity-advancement-collaborative-hub/">
Racial Equity Advancement & Collaborative Hub (REACH</a>) program application deadline. We've extended the deadline to
<b>Wednesday, November 29th, 2023</b>, giving you an extra week to finalize and submit your
<a href="https://www.mapc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/REACH-Application-Document.docx">
applications</a>.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p>The REACH program, developed in partnership with the Government Alliance on Race and Equity (<a href="https://www.racialequityalliance.org/">GARE</a>), offers a unique opportunity for municipal teams to engage in deep learning, peer exchange, and practical
application of racial equity concepts. This initiative is critical for municipalities committed to fostering equitable and inclusive communities.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p>Please ensure your application is complete with all supporting documents and endorsements as outlined on the REACH website. If you missed our information session, you can catch up by watching the recording on
<a href="https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__linkprotect.cudasvc.com_url-3Fa-3Dhttps-253a-252f-252fr20.rs6.net-252ftn.jsp-253ff-253d001jBV4CeDCqurxZCRW6pt4hFnfzbP-2DScOBmVmarUwlWNz5PYqD0EYWpmS-2D3-5FkX5MmrLDtDxdiJkpJZFN7CAPnSYhWA-2DV70blcJQ7LJVouGTvLRjLYd3gEVj3Klf2Zvjx84ib4JvIa5gC24n3cQD9x8DhOOxDce9FxgGMCaMFxs3Xfy9uc9fDfpaQ-253d-253d-2526c-253dvqHkOaQLwJjnMKv9cGY03fNaZlCsjuDkTN03bkDDNtx3MxlzlpCSpQ-253d-253d-2526ch-253dFznRT219SbhczJhP0qx0JsdlUXbe1zvnHDxb5RHs5ZNhw-2Dt13Dv-5FYQ-253d-253d-26c-3DE-2C1-2CXj3wdivS45gxS7Z8ZgdPrYVhsbprrPuS6K91c7oY-5FILuhvb5vYBfcX0owpritkivyOOJJ0haXEed-5FeZC5RFBb7c8uMDApcU7G3pKIiA59FqgE9-5FMoBo-2C-26typo-3D1&d=DwMFAg&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=dYnUhDX395HR75sM9Nj7_WmcG8Rsra-ox1wsUjkiors&m=qf6mFoRfiOP6nriNd8OgP7qy192xkaTPUCSObvcRHyETD9SfwldTMVg2kzCLVwtv&s=Z1eSSV-pRRjjQlI-NkMQmgVVfc8hwARvkZUSjJW8eKY&e=">
MAPC’s YouTube page</a>.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p>If you have any questions or need assistance with your application, especially in light of this extended deadline, feel free to reach out. We're here to help.<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p>Best regards,<o:p></o:p></p>
<p>Raśl<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p><img border="0" width="295" height="153" style="width:3.0729in;height:1.5937in" id="Picture_x0020_2" src="cid:image001.png@01DA1B95.0BB354B0"><o:p></o:p></p>
<p><i><span style="font-family:"Tw Cen MT",sans-serif">Learn more about the MA <span style="color:blue">
<a href="https://www.mapc.org/resource-library/racial-equity-advancement-collaborative-hub/">Racial Equity Advancement & Collaborative Hub</a></span> program!</span></i><o:p></o:p></p>
<p><span style="font-family:"Tw Cen MT",sans-serif;color:blue"><a href="https://outlook.office.com/bookwithme/user/ec61a09ae60149599c00f887d6cbfc30@mapc.org?anonymous&ep=pcard">Book a meeting time with me</a></span><o:p></o:p></p>
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