DEI Strategic Planning & Implementation at the University of Michigan

Please join us on February 3 to hear from Dr. Katrina Wade-Golden, Associate Vice Provost and Deputy Chief Diversity Officer at the University of Michigan Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI).  Dr. Golden will share with us the University's strategic plan and its impact on the university, its students and the community, as a whole.  She will also provide tips that you may use within your organization to assist with hiring, retention and creating a pleasant work environment. 

During this session, Dr. Katrina Wade-Golden will explore the historical context and ongoing efforts of DEI at the University of Michigan.  DEI initiatives at U-M have been an ongoing priority since 2016, beginning with the launch of the DEI Strategic Plan ("DEI 1.0").  This plan established a comprehensive framework to foster a more inclusive and equitable campus. Over its five-year duration, DEI 1.0 achieved significant outcomes, such as increased awareness of DEI issues, enhanced support systems, and improved campus climate.

Building on the successes and lessons learned from DEI 1.0, the presentation will then outline the future strategies under DEI 2.0.  The next phase emphasizes measurable impacts, greater accountability, and the continuous improvement of DEI policies and practices.  The strategic focus areas include strengthening community engagement, advancing equitable access to resources, and promoting an inclusive environment for all university members.  The insights shared will highlight the broader implications of U-M's DEI work and its significance in creating positive change, both within the university and in the wider community.
 

 Speaker

Dr. Katrina Wade-Golden
Associate Vice Provost and Deputy Chief Diversity Officer
University of Michigan - Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

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These sessions are an opportunity to learn from one another, support one another, and garner a better understanding and empathy for what others go through.  Attendees who bring an open mind, and a genuine interest to learn about DEI issues to this event can develop a better awareness and understanding of where they and their organization are on the continuum, and how to continue taking meaningful steps toward greater equity of opportunity

Whether you, or your organization, are just getting started on your DEI journey, or even if you have a good comprehension of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, this session is for you and anyone that wants to learn.  We welcome your participation and encourage you to ask questions and share your experiences during these open sessions.  

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A2Y Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Series is a collaboration between the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Regional Chamber and Destination Ann Arbor, supported by the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation.
 

 

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The A2Y DEI Series is an educational series intended to provide information, access to resources, connectivity, and provide a safe space to have meaningful conversation, in order to invoke positive change.