Alumni Events
Virtual Voices | How Did We Get Here? Part Two
You must formally register in advance of this session: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMufumvrzIqE9BojMEqg-1Hn9C04Kw-2So0 We build upon our first session to examine Denver and Colorado’s long struggle to come to grips with the region’s racial history that still impacts us today. This conversation will challenge us to directly confront what racism means for Coloradoans and to provide ideas about what an antiracist and equitable practice of history [...]
Leading Colorado
Celebrate community impact and recognize leaders who are making a difference at this annual event and leading fundraiser for the Leadership Foundation’s Leading Colorado Scholarship Fund.
Virtual Voices | Breaking Down Systemic Racism
REGISTER HERE FOR THIS SESSION Systemic racism is a form of racism that is embedded as normal practice within society or an organization. It can lead to such issues as discrimination in criminal justice, employment, housing, health care, political power, and education, among other issues. We are going to break this down at a high level to give the audience a deeper understanding of [...]
Alumni Volunteer Week | Washington Park Clean-Up
April 22nd is Earth Day! Celebrate by volunteering with Denver Parks and Recreation at Washington Park. Description: Mulching trees, debris removal, and painting. Requirements: Volunteers are responsible for bringing signed liability waiver(s) on the day of the event. Waivers will be sent one week prior to volunteers. Volunteers should bring their own gloves, water, sunscreen, and a hat (recommended). Dress: Please wear comfortable clothing, closed toed [...]
Virtual Voices | Overcoming Denial and Resistance: Tools to Having Meaningful Race and Equity Conversations
Many people naturally resist raising issues of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), because these issues can trigger feelings of a loss of power and control in others. So, what happens when you start to enact change and you’re met with resistance? What does denial and resistance look like? How do we navigate it to ensure it doesn’t stop us from making progress? Join this [...]