sustainable DEI advocacy in their communities .
Session Objectives : 1 . Recognize and incorporate students ’ cultural identities to create more inclusive and equitable learning environments . 2 . Utilize actionable instructional strategies to promote diversity , equity , and inclusion in PK-12 and higher education classrooms . 3 . Explore practical methods to identify and mitigate implicit biases that may impact teaching , learning , and student success . 4 . Apply a clear framework to advance DEI efforts within their institutions while addressing challenges , fostering collaboration , and creating lasting change .
Themes : Institutional , instructional , and co-curricular strategies for advancing DEI and strategies for addressing challenges to advance DEI
Audience : PK-12 and Higher Education educators , staff and administrators
Presenter : Dr . Eunice Gwanmesia , PhD , MSN , MSHCA , RN , CEO & Founder of Eunity Solution
Presenter Biography : Dr . Eunice Gwanmesia is a transformative leader , DEIB advocate , and founder of Eunity Solutions . She partners with organizations to foster inclusive cultures and drive sustainable growth . A nurse , educator , and international speaker , she has delivered keynotes on DEIB , leadership , and empowerment . Honored with the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award in 2022 , she has dedicated over 4,000 volunteer hours to community service . An award-winning author , she equips leaders with strategies for workplace inclusion . Passionate about mitigating racial divisions , she empowers individuals to embrace diversity . In her free time , she enjoys shopping , cooking , and spending time with family .
Tuesday , April 8 , 6:00 – 6:50 pm Eastern Lifting as We Climb : Advancing DEI in Graduate Education Through Research and Practice
Session Description : This session brings together three Black women scholars to explore how both undergraduate and graduate education can advance Diversity , Equity , and Inclusion ( DEI ) through institutional , instructional , and co-curricular strategies . Drawing from dissertation research and teaching experiences , the panelists will examine systemic barriers in education , the invisible labor of Black women , and the importance of supporting marginalized students . Attendees will leave with actionable strategies to foster equity , create inclusive learning environments , and sustain DEI initiatives during challenging political times . This collaborative session will inspire and equip educators and administrators at all levels to lead meaningful change .
Session Objectives : 1 . Identify systemic barriers that impact Black women professionals and marginalized students in higher education . 2 . Describe specific strategies for fostering inclusive classroom discussions , equitable policies ,