The Events 4 Equity Calendar features diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) related events of interest to the Greater Des Moines region. Events featured on the calendar are informational, educational, or informative in nature or are addressing equity within our region. This calendar was created by input from Capital Crossroads leadership and the Social Capital, who have been and continue to be an integral part of diversity, equity, and inclusion related work in the community. To build a more equitable and inclusive region, Social Capital created the 4 Equity tool to focus on and start having conversations around racial equity. View or download the tool for use in your business or organization.
To submit an event for consideration on the calendar, see the “Submit an Event” button below. If you have any questions regarding the events or calendar, please contact Emily Kessinger.
Welcome to the 2020 Virtual LGBTQ Workplace Culture Summit! The virtual format of this annual event consists of four individual sessions. A diverse group of presenters will provide resources for employers and LGBTQ employees to cultivate safe and inclusive workplaces. Employers will learn more about the LGBTQ community, how to make more inclusive policies, and retain […]
A series of lectures presented by Drake Law faculty and alumni which examine certain policies and practices perpetuating racial inequities. Note, all lectures are from 1pm to 2pm CST and are free to attend. September 4 - Unbiased Policing and Anti-Racial Profiling Legislation, Russell Lovell and David Walker September 11 - Over-Representation of Minority Children in the Child […]
The 8th Annual Inclusion Summit this will be via Zoom on Tuesday, Nov. 10. This year's summit is a collaboration with United Way of Central Iowa to wrap up the 21-Day Equity Challenge. The event's theme is "Rising to the Equity Challenge" which aims to cultivate a community conversation about actively making diversity, equity and […]
A series of lectures presented by Drake Law faculty and alumni which examine certain policies and practices perpetuating racial inequities. Note, all lectures are from 1pm to 2pm CST and are free to attend. September 4 - Unbiased Policing and Anti-Racial Profiling Legislation, Russell Lovell and David Walker September 11 - Over-Representation of Minority Children in the Child […]
This Native American Heritage Month, join us in the virtual discussion about Iowa’s indigenous communities, their history, current reality, and how we can and must elevate their voices. RSVP at the link here. We will hear from: Lance M. Foster (Irogre: Finds What is Sought, Bear Clan), b. 1960 is a member of the Iowa […]
The Immigrant Entrepreneurs Summit’s mission is to bring businesses of diverse backgrounds together to share, learn, and celebrate the immigrant entrepreneurship experience and contribution to the overall community. Schedule 9:00 am – Opening Ceremony 10:00 am – Breakout Session I 11:00 am – Breakout Session II 12:00 pm – Lunch break / Networking 1:00 pm – Underwriting […]
Join Lance Foster, Vice Chairman of the Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska, as he discusses the Native Nations and Peoples, such as the Iowa (Baxoje), who inhabited the land that would become Iowa. Foster is the author of “The Indians of Iowa” from the University Iowa Press.
Dr. King once stated, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is: ‘What are you doing for others?'” You can help Urban Dreams help others, by volunteering at our annual MLK Day of Service. Please follow the ticket link to signup for a 2-hour time slot(s) and a job or two. • Masks are required If […]
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Shenaaz Janmohamed, founder of Queer Crescent Healing, will provide guidance on improving personal and community wellbeing in the face of relentless anti-Muslim propaganda and attacks. QCH is a California-based organization that centers on community, safety, and healing arts for LGBTQIA+ Muslims. Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm CST […]
Join State Curator Leo Landis as he addresses topics from the Iowa territory, before Iowa officially became a state in 1846.
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Also known as African American History Month, the event grew out of “Negro History Week,” the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Since 1976, every U.S. […]
