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Tampa Bay Chapter

The Tampa Bay Chapter of the Foundation Against Intolerance and Racism (FAIR) launched in July of 2021. FAIR is a nonpartisan organization dedicated to advancing civil rights and liberties for all Americans, and promoting a common culture based on fairness, understanding and humanity.

If you are located in the area, sign up to become a member! In addition to the community online forums, the chapter is organizing events to build a local community. In addition to advocacy, we believe that service to our community is vital. Check below for upcoming events!

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Upcoming Events

August 4, 2022

Quarterly Membership Meeting @ 7:00pm

To receive information about this, and other, events, make sure you are subscribed to our email list using the form below!

Meeting Schedule

August 4, 2022

Quarterly Membership Meeting @ 7:00pm

August 18, 2022

New Member Meeting @ 7:00pm

Nov. 3, 2022

Quarterly Membership Meeting @ 7:00pm

If you are interested in participating in the FAIR Tampa Bay Chapter please complete the Contact Form below!

Chapters News

Press releases, chapter announcements, industry news, and articles written by chapter members.

WINK News Exclusive on June 23

10-year-old Daniel Marquez, and his family, speaks out about his arrest after he was accused of school shooting threat (second video)

Orlando Meet-Up

FAIR Tampa Bay is going on the road! We will have an in-person meet up on April 23 – Location and time will be announced via email, so if you want details, please subscribe below! Mark your calendars, and we hope to see you there!

Scientific Institutions are Going Woke – and Hemorrhaging Credibility

Chris Ferguson, a psychology professor at Stetson University, published an op-ed in Newsweek regarding institutional capture of some of our most highly regarded medical institutions, including those dedicated to mental health. Neutrality and objectivity is paramount in science, and the turn these institutions are taking is not something we should take lightly.

Voters Don’t Like Crazy

Chris Ferguson published another op-ed in the NY Daily News: Voters don’t like crazy: The lessons of November 2021  

We love his balanced approach and rebuttal of dichotomous thinking.

Rethinking Diversity Training

Chris Ferguson, Professor of Psychology at Stetson University, explains that diversity trainings done well aid in establishing trust and building positive workplace culture. Exercise caution, however, as choosing the wrong program could lead to division and a hostile work culture.

FAIR Responds to the National School Board Letter to Pres. Biden 

A point by point rebuttal.

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Contact Us

Currently, the Tampa Bay Chapter serves all of Northern and Central Florida. We are looking for all levels of involvement. Use the form below to receive our welcome emails which give more information about our chapter, share some of our favorite resources, and include information regarding our next New Member Meeting (held the 3rd Monday of every month).

 

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Chapter Leaders

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Chris KossChapter Co-Leader

Betsy KossChapter Co-Leader