Resources, funding, and events to advance inclusive and equitable school communities
FEBRUARY 2021
Greetings!
This month, the Virginia Center for Inclusive Communitieskicks off three important program offerings to advance inclusion and equity in the Commonwealth! We hope you or your institution will register for:
(1) Volunteer Administrators Inclusion Institute - In partnership with the Southeastern Virginia Association of Volunteer Administrators, VCIC is conducting a new 4-part workshop series to support individuals who lead volunteer programs. The series kicks off on February 17 and runs through May. Click here to learn more and register.
(2) Workplace Inclusion Network - The 2021 Workplace Inclusion Network series focuses on "Empathy and Equity." This 5-session series convenes professionals who support or lead diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within their organizations. The first workshop is on February 17. Click here to learn more and register.
(3) "Leading Conversations" Facilitation Skills Training - In partnership with Leadership Metro Richmond, VCIC conducts this five-session series to equip community leaders with tools to lead conversations in a manner that is inclusive, informative, and effective. The series kicks off on February 18. Click here to learn more and register.
As always, let us know how we can partner with you. Contact the VCIC State Office by phone at (804) 515-7950 or by emailing us. We look forward to working with you!
VCIC Updates & Announcements
Welcome Emma
Please join VCIC in welcoming Emma Cox as our new Educational Programs Associate! Emma has work, internship, and volunteer experience with The Literacy Lab (through AmeriCorps), YWCA Madison, the Center for Religion and Global Citizenry, and Our Wisconsin. Emma’s passion for community-based empowerment led her to Virginia, where she volunteered with several VCIC programs before joining the staff. Send an email to welcome Emma!
Taking White Supremacy to Court
On February 16 at 7:00pm, hear from the lawyers prosecuting the Charlottesville legal case - and community leaders as they reflect on both the significance of Charlottesville and the January 6th attack on the Capitol. VCIC is honored to be a co-sponsor of this virtual program convened by the Jewish Community Federation of Richmond. Click here to register.
Diversity Dialogue Day
Thanks to grant funding from Dominion Energy, VCIC is conducting Diversity Dialogue Day forums for high school students virtually in 2020-2021! Contact Tally to register your local school in the Lynchburg Diversity Dialogue Day (taking place February 17 and 18). Contact Paula to register your local school in the Tidewater Diversity Dialogue Day (taking place March 25 and 26).
Featured Articles and Curriculum
This month's article and curriculum links focus on Reading/Language Arts Curriculum. Please share your ideas and suggestions for future updates!
