October 4, 2018 - Chapter Meeting 

Diversity is a Fact, Inclusion is a Choice

Program Description

Speaker

This session will explore the dimensions of diversity and the benefits of diversity and inclusion. Grounded in the concept of “Brave Space” participants will identify strategies in creating gracious environments and cultivating connections across differences. Using the concept of Ubuntu participants will be guided through a process of cultural self-awareness and discovery.

Learning Objectives:

Participants in this program will:

• Distinguish between diversity and inclusion;
  
• Explore cultural developmental models; and
  
• Identify strategies to mitigate bias.
  
  
  

About the Speaker

Selena Webster-Bass, M.P.H., is a Jacksonville, Florida native with more than 20 years of experience in cultural competency, health equity, and community health. Selena has an undergraduate degree in Biology from the University of North Florida and a Masters of Public Health from the University of South Florida. She has facilitated over 200 professional learning and community-based health education sessions with health and human services professionals, organizational leaders and the general community-at-large. read more

Selena Webster-Bass

Certification Information:

This activity has been submitted for one (1) Professional Development Credits (PDC) by SHRM and one (1) HR (General) credit with the HR Certification Institute.

Networking Social:

Unable to attend the meeting but would like to attend the Networking Social? Come and join us! You may choose to attend the Networking Social only. Hors-d'oeuvres and cash bar will be available after the meeting. Everyone who attends will receive one free drink ticket!

A Silent Auction and Giveaways will be available to support the SHRM Foundation.

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