Registration  is now open for the 17th annual Mary Frances Early College of Education Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Conference. The theme is “The Time is Now: Moving from Awareness to Action.” 

Dr. Benjamin Reese, a clinical psychologist and president of BenReese, LLC., will deliver the keynote address and provide historical context to generate an understanding of the impact of racism on present-day social justice issues. Additionally, he will emphasize how implicit bias impedes our ability to make meaningful changes. Dr. Reese will offer solutions for creating more equitable K-12 and higher education environments. 

This event is open to UGA students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members. Registration is free, but you must register to receive access to the sessions. The deadline to register is February 9. 

Register here: https://bit.ly/DEIConference2022

Below you will find the schedule for the Conference:

8:45 – 10 a.m. – Opening Session with Keynote Speaker, Dr. Ben Reese

10:00 – 10:15 a.m. – Break

10:15 – 11:15 a.m. – Breakout sessions

11:15 – 11:30 a.m. – Break

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. – Community Conversations with Athens community leaders

12:30 –1:00 p.m. – Closing Session