Oregon Diversity Institute 2007
MOVING BEYOND WORDS: 2007 Oregon Diversity Institute
November 2-4, 2007
Linn-Benton Community College, Albany, Oregon
Who should attend?
- Faculty and staff from community colleges and universities
- High school and college students
- K-12 educators
- Policy makers and educators
- Employers and workplace trainers
- Community organizations and those interested in supporting and encouraging successful diversity strategies
For additional information, contact Tammi S. Paul at 541-917-4457 or pault@linnbenton.edu
About the ODI: The Oregon Diversity Institute (ODI), since its beginnings thirteen years ago, has steadily evolved into one of the leading and progressive forces for presenting, discussing, and addressing diversity issues in Oregon. ODI responds to contemporary issues and events that have a direct impact on Oregonians, drawing upon the wealth of expertise and resources located within the state. The conference draws over 200 participants from colleges, universities, private businesses, non-profits and community organizations.
ODI Mission Statement: The Oregon Diversity Institute (ODI) addresses historic and contemporary issues of access, social justice, human rights, and equity. We promote respectful, open and honest interactions among people and communities of diverse abilities and backgrounds.
ODI Goals and Objectives:
- Honor, value and celebrate the potential of individuals from diverse communities including, but not limited to, age, class, disability, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, race, and religion.
- Provide opportunities for learning, dialogue, understanding, and empowerment in preparation for an increasingly diverse future.
- Create a network among education institutions and lifelong learners.
- Foster partnerships with private and public agencies.
- Promote systemic planning and institutional transformation in order to address historic and present inequities.
- Examine hegemonic power relationships that create inequity and discrimination.
For disability accommodations, call 917-4789. Submit requests four to six weeks before the event. To call any LBCC department by TDD, call through Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service 1-800-735-2900 and provide OTRS the number of the department you wish to reach at LBCC.
