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Barbara Tanner

 

 

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Brian Goldstone, author of There Is No Place for Us: Working and Homeless in America



Brian Goldstone

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Brian Goldstone will present his work on homelessness and low-wage labor in America. 

The Tanner Center for Human Rights is proud to co-sponsor an upcoming event featuring Brian Goldstone, author of There Is No Place for Us: Working and Homeless in America. Goldstone’s powerful work examines the growing crisis of working homelessness in America and the families struggling to remain housed despite steady employment.

The event will be held at The City Library in Salt Lake City and is free and open to the public, but tickets are required. For full event details and to reserve your free tickets, please visit the link below.

 

 

Remembering Ted Wilson
TCHR Founding Director and Former Mayor of Salt Lake City



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We honor the memory of our beloved founding director, Ted, whose visionary leadership was the cornerstone of the Tanner Center for Human Rights. With unwavering dedication, he cultivated a legacy of compassion and activism, touching countless lives through his commitment to public service. Ted's profound impact extended far beyond professional realms; he cherished his family and cherished friendships, teaching us the value of prioritizing what truly matters. As we bid farewell, let us carry forward his spirit of resilience and kindness, remembering his timeless advice to never sweat the small stuff.

 

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The Tanner Center is dedicated to providing University of Utah students, faculty and the broader community with the inspiration and education needed to become advocates for peace, nonviolence, and human rights. The center seeks to provide avenues for the open discussion of important issues within the community, the nation, and the world.

Last Updated: 8/13/26