Centurions NOW - April 11, 2022
Apr 11, 2022
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION SYMPOSIUM
Our collective consciousness around diversity, equity, and inclusion is rising. Yet people with disabilities are often not considered as part of the spectrum of diversity. With black and minority communities experiencing disability at a greater rate, people with disabilities represent the largest minority group in America and anyone can join at any time. So, we all have a vested interest in removing barriers that will allow people with disabilities to work, serve and thrive in their community.
In this annual symposium, we will explore different perspectives on our human experience across race, gender, class, disability, and more. We hope that leaders will learn to see through a different lens to honor the richness of humanity inherent within each of us. Building a more equitable KC first begins with building healthy relationships. Each person is a whole person with a whole identity.
Our goal is that attendees will walk away with resources and increased confidence in engaging with others (people with diverse cultures, backgrounds, perspectives, positions) on equity-related issues.
By exploring intercultural competency themes, our hope is that we will emerge as leaders with a clearer vision of the role we will play as we seize this moment, ripe for building a more equitable and inclusive future for the Kansas City of tomorrow.
This event is open to members of the entire Kansas City Chamber at large, as well as participants in the Centurions Leadership program.
Experts in the field will be present to provide direct resources to help connect businesses and organizations with the tools they need to build upon their inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA) initiatives.
PINNACLE
CENTURIONS HOMECOMING RECEPTION
Connect with Centurions friends old and new and raise money to support future generations of Centurions at our annual Homecoming reception. This is a casual, come-and-go event with good food, good drinks and plenty of time to catch up with your fellow Centurions.
Proceeds from this event support the DEI Legacy Scholarship which covers the full cost of tuition and trip for a professional in each cohort from a traditionally underrepresented group who is working to create equity within Kansas City.
APEX
SOCIAL SECOND TUESDAY COFFEE
April 12, 2022
8-9:30 a.m.
Recurring Social Coffees will be held at various locations around KC on the Second Tuesday of every month. Check GroupMe for locations and specific event contact people each month. Coffees will be available for purchase at the venue. Please register for the events here so we will have an accurate headcount. Register here >>
CENTURIONS INFORMATION SESSION FOR DECISION MAKERS
April 18, 2022
12-1:00 p.m.
The Information Session for Decision Makers is designed to give the company decision makers of prospective Centurions the chance to learn more about the program and what their employees are hoping to commit to. There will be an opportunity to learn from current Centurions on the requirements of the program and ask questions to learn more about the program. Register here >>
SOCIAL THIRD THURSDAY HAPPY HOUR
April 21, 2022
4:30-6:00 p.m.
Recurring Social Happy Hours will be held at various locations around KC on the Third Thursday of every month. If this date corresponds with a Steering Committee meeting, Centurions are encouraged to join the Happy Hour after the Steering Committee meeting. Check GroupMe for locations and specific event contact people each month. Drinks will be available for purchase at the venue. Please register for the events here so we will have an accurate headcount. Register here >>
CENTURIONS HOMECOMING RECEPTION
Connect with Centurions friends old and new and raise money to support future generations of Centurions at our annual Homecoming reception. This is a casual, come-and-go event with good food, good drinks and plenty of time to catch up with your fellow Centurions.
Proceeds from this event support the DEI Legacy Scholarship which covers the full cost of tuition and trip for a professional in each cohort from a traditionally underrepresented group who is working to create equity within Kansas City.
SOCIAL FIRST FRIDAY LUNCH
May 6, 2022
11:30-1:00 p.m.
Recurring Social Lunches will be held at various locations around KC on the First Friday of every month. Check GroupMe for locations and specific event contact people each month. Lunches will be available for purchase at the venue. Please register for the events here so we will have an accurate headcount. Register here >>
SAVE THE DATE: CENTURIONS GRADUATION
June 30, 2022
Time TBD
They’ve learned, they’ve served and they’ve led. Now, join us as they graduate! Save the date for Apex class of 2022 graduation. More information to come in the next few months.
REMINDER: SIGN UP TO ACCESS SERVICE PROJECTS ON VOLUNTEERMARK
There are several contact-free, small group, or outdoor volunteer opportunities that are now open and are on a first-come, first-served basis.
Ready to serve? Check out VolunteerMark for a few opportunities that are still in need of volunteers. Check the calendar regularly as new projects are added weekly and look for newsletter announcements or GroupMe to sign-up for projects in which spots still need to be filled.
Upcoming Projects In Need of Volunteers:
- April 13 – Happy Bottoms Diaper Processing
- April 15 – Pantry Order Filling
- April 21 – Brew for Books
- April 22 – Earth Day of Service
- April 22 – SMART Girls Conference
- April 24 – 34th Annual CCVI Trolley Run
- April 28 – SAVE Inc. No Place Like Home Event
- April 30 – 2022 Charlotte Street Open Studios
- April 30 – Kansas City Young Matrons Magic Ball
ALUMNI
CENTURIONS HOMECOMING RECEPTION
Connect with Centurions friends old and new and raise money to support future generations of Centurions at our annual Homecoming reception. This is a casual, come-and-go event with good food, good drinks and plenty of time to catch up with your fellow Centurions.
Proceeds from this event support the DEI Legacy Scholarship which covers the full cost of tuition and trip for a professional in each cohort from a traditionally underrepresented group who is working to create equity within Kansas City. Register here >>