Key DEI Events
This is a collection of what is deemed to be events having impacts on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
See the Diversity Beam for notable DEI projects.
Start Date | Title | Description | Tags |
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Jan 08, 2025 12:00 PM | Beyond the Ballot: Black/Diverse Voices in Local Leadership | In this episode, we take a deep dive into the transformative role of Black and diverse leaders in local politics and community organizations. Our presenters, Tawonda Burks and Walé Elegbede, will share their journeys, the unique challenges they face, and the powerful ways they are driving positive change. | ('city', 'rps', 'dmc', 'diversity', 'key', 'community engagement') |
Jan 08, 2025 10:00 AM | Rochester Housing Alliance January 8, 2025 | Topics: Presentation & Discussion: Eyota Building; Presentation & Discussion: 2024 Real Estate Stats Review; Presentation & Discussion: Economic and Housing Conditions Report | ('RAF', 'housing', 'openbeam', 'key') |
Dec 20, 2024 10:00 AM | Dec 20, 2024 Community Co-design | We will be discussing a new format for co-design engagement, promotion, and expansion for this group in 2025 and hope that you can offer feedback. | ('CMRC', 'key') |
Dec 12, 2024 07:30 AM | 4Q 2024 December Health HAPP Meeting | Topics include: Prenatal Co-Design Project; Sarah Stevens and Sadie Swenson, OCPHS Julie Ruzek, Cradle 2 Career CHAP Process: Looking ahead to 2025 Derrick Fritz, CHAP Coordinator Efforts Being Done to Address Community Health Priorities All Core Agency Updates CHAP Core Group Community Announcements and Sharing All | ('CHNA', 'community', 'Health/Wellness', 'Health', 'public sector work product', 'key', 'health work product') |
Dec 11, 2024 11:30 AM | Pathways to a Vibrant, Just, and Equitable Rochester | Destination Medical Center and the City of Rochester, in partnership with Griot Arts and Barbershop Talks, invite the community to the next installment of the Equity Alliance Equity Series. This in-person event, titled Pathways to a Vibrant, Just, and Equitable Rochester, will take place on Wednesday, December 11, at 11:30 a.m. at the Chateau Theatre. The program will feature a dynamic panel discussion moderated by Nicole Asong Nfonoyim-Hara. | ('city', 'rps', 'dmc', 'diversity', 'key', 'community engagement') |
Nov 23, 2024 01:30 PM | Community Upstanding - Townhall One | This week’s program effort is focused on Community Upstander Training and will feature Tom Thibodeau, Distinguished Professor of Servant Leadership from Viterbo University. Thibodeau is the founder of the Master of Arts in Servant Leadership, the first master’s degree of its kind in the nation, and a founding member of hospitality and fellowship resource. Thibodeau is a popular professor, talented public speaker, and an extremely active community member focused on ethical life, serving the common good, and addressing homelessness. | ('diversity', 'community engagement', 'NAACP') |
Nov 16, 2024 10:00 AM | NAACP Rochester Branch Elections | In accordance with the 2024 National NAACP Election Procedures, the election date was chosen during the Rochester Branch’s August 16 General Membership Meeting. Since then, and with guidance and oversight from the National NAACP, the Rochester Branch established the Branch Nominating Committee in September and the Election Supervisory Committee in October. | ('NAACP', 'Diversity', 'governance') |
Nov 13, 2024 12:00 PM | Equity Alliance Equity Series Equity Eats: Power of Community Benefits Agreement | In this episode, we look at best practices to both understand the power of community benefits agreements and how to begin strong campaigns to secure community benefits agreements if the policy is fitting to the needs of the community. | ('DMC', 'Diversity', 'Entrepreneurship', 'key', 'latino') |
Nov 13, 2024 10:00 AM | Nov 2024 Coalition for Rochester Area Housing Alliance | The non-profit housing provider Aeon, and their proposed local project at Mayo's West Transit Village. | ('RAF', 'housing', 'openbeam', 'key') |
Nov 12, 2024 10:00 AM | RPS November Family Engagement Meeting: Students in Transition Information Session | The focus for this meeting is a Students in Transition Information Session, featuring a presentation by Nicole Wibstad, RPS Students in Transition Coordinator, and Connie Cohen | ('RPS', 'education', 'key') |
Nov 08, 2024 08:00 AM | FREC 2024 Annual Overcoming Racism Conference | Morning keynote speakers: Rev. Jim Bear Jacobs and Rev. Pamela Ngunjiri Afternoon breakout workshops | ('rps', 'community engagement', 'openbeam', 'key', 'Diversity') |
Nov 02, 2024 05:00 PM | Rochester Branch of the NAACP, 2024 Freedom Fund Banquet - Let Freedom Ring | Featured Entertainment and Performers: • Patricia Lacy-Aiken Renowned vocalist Patricia Lacy-Aiken, who is a seasoned vocalist with Grammy Award-winning Sounds of Blackness, and who had a decade – long global tour with Luther Vandross as a backup singer. • LaSonya Natividad and Madison Parish Ensemble Rochester’s own LaSonya Natividad accompanied by the Madison Parish Ensemble will grace the stage, captivating audience with unique blend of jazz, blues, and a sprinkle of R&B, reflecting deep musical roots and diverse influences. • Heart & Soul Drum Academy The talented youth of the Heart & Soul Drum Academy will deliver an energetic performance of African Djembe drumming and dance, led by founder Baba Jesse Buckner. Their captivating performance showcases the beauty of culture and the power of the arts in empowering young people and community. | ('diversity', 'NAACP', 'openbeam') |
Nov 02, 2024 02:00 PM | Journie: Selma Movie Screening and Discussions | Join us for a film exploring the history of voting rights, followed by a panel discussion featuring representatives from the DFL and GOP. It's a great opportunity to learn and engage in important conversations about this vital topic. Don't miss it! Journie is a nonpartisan organization committed to educating our communities about historical facts, youth development through lived experience, political agendas, resources, and the advancement of marginalized groups. | ('diversity', 'governance') |
Nov 01, 2024 05:00 PM | Journie: Selma Movie Screening and Discussions | Join us for a film exploring the history of voting rights, followed by a panel discussion featuring representatives from the DFL and GOP. It's a great opportunity to learn and engage in important conversations about this vital topic. Don't miss it! Journie is a nonpartisan organization committed to educating our communities about historical facts, youth development through lived experience, political agendas, resources, and the advancement of marginalized groups. | ('diversity', 'governance') |
Oct 30, 2024 05:30 PM | Financial Liberation Workshop | Financial Literacy, Credit Counseling, Leadership, Coaching, Personal Finance | ('NAACP', 'education', 'Diversity', 'Entrepreneurship') |