The Diversity Exchange
Interested in learning more about the wealth of cultures and histories of your clients, neighbors and associates? Want to become more adept at reaching different groups and individuals to enhance your business interactions and avoid problems?
Conserve time away from work. If you have 1.5 to 3 hours per month to offer a convenient on-site program to your associates, plan your annual diversity schedule with Diversity Matters! Based on the National commemorative schedule, Diversity Matters has assembled a list of topics with experts who can facilitate ongoing exchanges utilizing educational resources available from quality resources including the Library of Congress.
Select financial arrangements that fit your budget. Discounts are available for multiple programs. Consider forming a consortium with two or more organizations to maximize resources.
Plan your annual schedule based on the following Summary: African American History Month (February) recognizes the contributions that African Americans have made to American history in their struggles for freedom and equality and deepens our understanding of our Nation's history.
Women's History Month (March) honors and celebrates the struggles and achievements of American women throughout the history of the United States.
Law Day (May) is a national day to celebrate the rule of law and its contributions to the freedoms Americans enjoy.
Asian Pacific Heritage Month (May) celebrates the contributions Asian/Pacific Americans have made to American history, society and culture.
Jewish American Heritage Month (May) recognizes the contributions Jewish Americans have made to America since they first arrived in New Amsterdam in 1654.
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month (June) commemorates the events of June 1969 and works to achieve equal justice and equal opportunity for LGBT Americans.
World Interfaith Day – (June) is an opportunity to connect and unite based on values grounded in spiritual connection to each other and the world
Constitution Day and Citizenship Day (September 17) is observed each year to commemorate the signing of the Constitution on September 17, 1787 and “recognize all who, by coming of age or by naturalization, have become citizens.”
National Disability Employment Awareness Month (October) recognizes the accomplishments in the workplace of persons with disabilities and reaffirms the commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities to all citizens
National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 - October 15) honors the contributions Hispanic Americans have made to American society and culture and to honor five of our Central American neighbors who celebrate their Independence days in September (Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua plus Mexico and Chile.
American Indian Heritage Month (November) acknowledges the accomplishments of the peoples who were the original inhabitants, explorers and settlers of the United States.
Bonus program (your choice, such as generations, emotional intelligence and diversity, customer services, legal pitfalls)
Description: The Diversity Exchange for ALL is a solution to the emerging and continuously changing needs of our diverse American and local populations. The Exchange is both a concept as well as a venue for everyone to share ideas, resources and opportunities to build a thriving community where people from every background can be welcomed economically, socially and personally.
Benefits: For the community: continuous, affordable and convenient diversity training opportunities with qualified presenters. For the economy: an opportunity to showcase local businesses. For leaders: compatibility with mission, service to the community, economies of scale, enhanced reputation in the community and opportunities for being “in the news.”
History: The Exchange has been successfully operating in Columbus, Ohio since June, 2007 in collaboration with The Columbus Metropolitan Club, Community Relations Commission of City of Columbus, Girl Scouts-Seal of Ohio, Global Galleries, Greater Columbus Arts Council, Huntington Bank, Outlook Media, Radio One, Nationwide Children’s Hospital and others. We are also working with Edison College in Lima, Ohio to establish a local Exchange there.
Typical Format: Our planning group selects an overall theme for the coming year, then develops seminars and workshops in accordance with that theme. Sessions are held quarterly, featuring guest speakers and/or a panel discussion, and are open to the general public. Most programs are about 2 hours long, held in the morning, and include a delicious spread of featured ethnic food. Fees are nominal ($30-$35 per person), with sponsorship opportunities for participating organizations.
Topics from Prior Programs:
The Diversity Exchange theme for 2010 was "The Diversity of Personal and Social Gender Identity.": Speakers paid special attention to the workplace, from the perspectives of both the employer and the employee.
March 3 – "An Overview of Personal and Social Gender Identity"
June 17 - "Personal and Social Gender Identity in the Workplace – Practices in Corporate America & Grass Roots Activism"
September 21 - "Faith and Values Perspectives on Personal and Social Gender Identity"
Unique Factors of the Exchange:
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