March Luncheon featuring Gina Weekley

We know that embarking on a DEI journey can be an incredible growth period for an organization,

but the destructive history of oppression and ongoing persistent injustices are big and personal,

which can make stepping onto this path really scary! What does it take to be “equipped” for a

journey toward diversity, equity and inclusion in an organization? Are there common pitfalls

that we can anticipate? What are the “obstacles” that show up and how can we address them

effectively? Participants will leave this session with reduced fears and greater hopes of navigating

their DEI journey.

Gina Weekley is a nonprofit professional with over 15 years of experience increasing the capacity of organizations and programs to develop and deliver high-quality educational enrichment activities. Gina currently serves as the

Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Weekley Connection Consulting and Coordinator of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for Central Rivers Area Education Agency. Gina has extensive experience collaborating with

organizational leadership and direct service staff around designing and evaluating mission-driven programming that incorporates community voice. Gina holds both a Master’s degree in Nonprofit Leadership and Development and Bachelors in Liberal Studies from the University of Northern Iowa. Gina resides in Waterloo, Iowa with her wife and their family.

Agenda:

11:30 AM - Check in and networking

11:45 AM - Opening Remarks

Noon - Speaker

1:00 PM - Wrap up