The 19th Annual Diversity Conference is coming soon! Stay tuned for event information and registration deadlines.
The date, time, and location of this event has not yet been determined.
Redefining Diversity
Diversity is a term that many people only associate with race and gender; however, it goes far beyond that. The concept of diversity itself represents a broad range of characteristics that can include, but are not limited to: age, race, creed, color, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, disability, lifestyle, background, intellect, language, political views, and socio–economic status.
The diverse world that we live in today encompasses a wide range of cultures, ethnicities, values, and beliefs — which makes each and every individual unique. Understanding the definition of diversity allows people to recognize their own individual differences, and thus explore these differences in a positive and enlightening way. By doing this, we can welcome and celebrate these dimensions of diversity that each individual represents.
Online Registration:
Coming soon!
A Look at Last Year's Keynote Speakers (March 2023):
Abena-Sankofa Imhotep
Interrupting Iowa nice: a field guide to authentic community inclusion
When we think about what brings people together, we look toward the best of who we are. Too often, though, the best of who we are isn't a reality enough of us get to experience. Why? Because it's easier to default to dominant narratives about being a strong community rather than create the conditions to build it.
Join human rights strategist and TEDx speaker Abena Sankofa Imhotep as she explains how to build and sustain communities that are authentic and inclusive.
Rev. Adam Barlow-Thompson
The Neighboring Movement
The Neighboring Movement nurtures neighbor-centered leadership by focusing on what's strong to address what's wrong. We train and support community leaders, provide resources for churches, and practice being good neighbors in our founding neighborhood located in Wichita, KS.
Our work moves from a culture of fear, which is defined by individualism and scarcity, to a neighborly culture that is defined by joy, relationship, and abundance.
Information about Last Year's Breakout Sessions (March 2023):
March 2023 Breakout Session Descriptions
March 2023 Breakout Session Schedule
College Credit for Diversity Conference
Are you interested in receiving IHCC college credit by attending the Diversity Conference?
IHCC offers attendees of the 19th Annual Diversity Conference a one-credit online course designed for the Spring 2024 term. You can also inquire at the front registration/check-in table during the conference.
View Course Syllabus: College Credit for Diversity Conference
Diversity Conference Certificate of Attendance
To receive a certification of attendance, please complete the Diversity Conference Certificate of Attendance Form after the conference, indicating which sessions you attended.
Request a Certificate of Attendance
Last Year's Meal Choices (March 2023)
Conference attendees can choose from one of the following meals:
- Tuscan Turkey – Organic sprouted wheat berry bread, turkey, sliced provolone, crispy bacon, sliced tomato, and leaf lettuce.
- Cubano – Cuban bread, slow roasted pork, sliced ham, stone ground mustard, pickles, and Swiss cheese.
- Greek Sandwich (Vegetarian or Vegan Option) – Pita bread, sliced tomato, sliced cucumber, red pepper strips, and house made hummus (optional feta cheese on the side).
- Mediterranean Salad (Vegan and Gluten Free Option) – Romaine lettuce, chickpeas, balsamic vinaigrette, Kalamata olives, sliced onion, and tomatoes (optional croutons).
Each option is paired with a cookie, chips and beverage.
Sponsors
The Indian Hills Diversity Conference was sponsored, in part, by:
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Contact:
Jessica Knapp, Director, Library Services
Indian Hills Community College
Phone: (641) 683-5178 or (800) 726-2585, ext. 5178
Email: Jessica.Knapp@indianhills.edu