Wild in the Parks! Canal Park Cleanup Walk
2023-09-02 11:00 - 12:30, 2023-09-02 11:00 - 14:00 UTC | PA
Wild in the Parks! is a year-round series of nature-based programming showcasing Allentown’s city parks.
This month: Help clean up the canal! Join Wildlands Conservancy Bike and Boat staff and Promise Neighborhoods as we work together to clean up the D&L trail and historic Lehigh Canal. Gloves, and trash bags will be provided.
Age group: All ages welcome
Address: Canal Park- E Walnut St/S Albert St, Allentown, PA. Appropriate for all ages.
This program is free of charge thanks to funding from the City of Allentown, but preregistration is required and space is limited. This program is entirely outdoors so dress for the weather.
Questions? Contact Nicole Landis nlandis@wildlandspa.org 610-965-4397 ext 145

Learning with LINC: Community Conversations
2023-09-08 08:30 - 09:30 | Zoom
Join us for an open hour of conversation, reflection, and learning!
September 8, 2023 8:30-9:30 am
Virtual | Zoom- Register here!
The topic of this conversation will be the article, DEI Reports Mask Lack Of Progress And The Path To Transparency (Rae, 2023), linked below and the podcast episode, The Illusion of Inclusion: How Diversity Reports Lie To You (Ashong-Lamptey, 2023), linked below.
Please come with your thoughts on one or both of the above mentioned items. We welcome all members and future members of our DEI Community to join. This is a free event, and folks are encouraged to join the conversation as your schedule allows. Attendance for the entire hour is not required, and folks are welcome to join anytime before the meeting ends. Prior registration is required.
Please reach out to DEI@linc-lv.com or contact LINC DEI Program Manager, Krissi Echevarria, at (610) 596-9454
We look forward to our conversation!

DEI Reports Mask Lack Of Progress And The Path To Transparency: https://www.forbes.com/sites/aparnarae/2023/07/06/dei-reports-mask-lack-of-progress-and-the-path-to-transparency/amp/
The Illusion of Inclusion: How Diversity Reports Lie To You: https://elementofinclusion.com/the-illusion-of-inclusion-how-diversity-reports-lie-to-you
Zoom registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEsdu-hrDgqHNCQOTsgwupuxO3M52wqGWlX#/registration

Building Diverse Teams: Leveraging Empowerment for Employee Engagement & Retention
2023-09-13 13:30 | PA
Organizations prioritizing employee engagement create a culture that values and supports employees, contributing to higher retention rates. This interactive Q&A discussion explores the role of empowerment in driving employee engagement and retention.
By granting employees the authority, autonomy, and resources to make decisions and take ownership of their work, companies foster a sense of trust that motivates individuals to invest themselves wholeheartedly in their roles. This sense of purpose fuels intrinsic motivation, increasing job satisfaction and commitment to organizational goals.
Key topics:

Understanding Empowerment: embracing Individual differences to ignite potential
Employee Empowerment and its impact on employee engagement & retention
Integrating empowerment into your DEI Strategy for lasting impact
Measuring employee empowerment & analyzing data for tangible results

Childcare Workforce Crisis Advocacy Session
2023-09-21 08:00 - 10:00 | PA
Join business leaders, elected officials and nonprofits to learn more about the local and national childcare workforce crisis and how it affects your business and our local economy.
Thursday, September 21, 2023
8:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Northampton Community College Main Campus
College Center 220
8 – 8:30 a.m. | Registration
8:30 – 10:00 a.m. | Presentation and panel discussion

Mitigating the Impact of Social Media on Mental Health
2023-09-21 12:00 - 13:00 | PA

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
2023-10-04 17:00 - 19:00 | PA
Join the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and the Young Professional’s Council for a mixer and trivia in cultural celebration.

This is Not the Play
2023-10-04 19:30 - 20:30 | Zoellner Arts Center at Lehigh University, 420 E. Packer Ave., Bethlehem, PA
By Chisa Hutchinson
A gritty, in-your-face comedy that shines a light on what we naturally turn away from, racism. A black playwright is trying to write a play about white people, but she discovers the characters have minds of their own. Kashi Johnson, director. LU Students attend for FREE, click for more info. LU Department of Theatre website

*Wednesday, 10/4 is a Pay-What-You-Wish performance. Tickets for this performance can only be purchased at the box office or over the phone. Contact Ticket Services for details.

Fireside Chat: Community Mental Health
2023-10-11 08:00 - 17:00 | Miller Symphony Hall, 23 North 6th St., Allentown, PA, 18101, United States
Presented by Promise Neighborhoods of the Lehigh Valley.

Step into the warmth of knowledge and collaboration at our Fireside Chat on Mental Health, where community empowerment meets mental health advocacy. Dr. Hasshan Batts, the visionary Executive Director of Promise Neighborhoods of the Lehigh Valley, a stronghold of resident-led transformation, welcomes you to an engaging dialogue on Mental Health in our communities.
Fueling this poignant conversation is Mr. Dwayne L. Jones, CEO, and trailblazer at the helm of Preventive Measures, a beacon of Mental and Home Health support that has evolved into an unwavering force across the Lehigh Valley, Washington, DC, Georgia, and New Jersey. Dwayne brings almost two decades of expertise, fused with the commitment to reshaping the mental and at home health landscape. His journey as CEO of Preventive Measures has been marked by revolutionary strides, starting from when he founded the organization in Allentown, PA in 2008. Under his leadership, Preventive Measures has expanded its footprint across multiple states, impacting countless lives through comprehensive mental health education, advocacy, and support services. Driven by his strong belief in equity and inclusivity, Dwayne envisions a world where mental health is prioritized, destigmatized, and accessible to all. Preventive Measures reflects this vision, offering a comprehensive array of resources that champion holistic well-being.
Rooted in the values of equity and resilience, Promise Neighborhoods, a Black-led, anti-racist force, shapes vibrant and inclusive neighborhoods where every child thrives in school, and families flourish. Preventive Measures, with its legacy of compassion and innovation, aligns seamlessly with this mission, fortifying the foundation of community well-being.
Dive into this empowering conversation on October 11, 2023, as we unveil the community’s resources, strengthening the bonds that make our neighborhood resilient. Let’s gather around the fire of collective growth and healing to ignite a conversation where your presence energizes the movement for a healthier, thriving community.

LINC Inclusion Summit
2023-10-12 13:00 - 17:30 | Olympus Corporation of the Americas Headquarters, 3500 Corporate Pkwy, Center Valley, PA, 18034, United States
For more details and full agenda visit https://www.linc-lv.org/inclusion-summit/
Agenda Overview
1:00 – 2:00pm Security check-in & networking
2:00 – 5:00pm Program
5:00 – 5:30pm Reception & networking

Book Bans
2023-10-16 18:00 - 20:00 | PA
Join the LGBTQ Business Council for a panel presentation about what banned books are, how books become banned, and how it affects the community at large.

BRIDGING THE GENERATIONAL GAP: INTERGENERATIONAL COMMUNICATION (DEI COLLABORATIVE)
2023-12-05 07:30 - 21:00 | Green Pond Country Club, 3604 Farmersville Road, Bethlehem, PA, 18020, United States
Join the DEI Collaborative in a discussion that dives into integrating each generation and bridging the gap through communication. We will discuss mental health, the importance of your voice and voting, inclusive language, and macro and microaggressions.

Assessing the Impact of DEI Programs
2023-12-13 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual/Online
Many organizations have made promises about committing to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) strategies in recent years. But critics say much of what has been done is merely performative and does not create meaningful change. To establish an effective DEIB strategy and retain commitment from leaders, HR professionals must consider performance metrics. But where do you begin? How do you measure the execution of a DEIB strategy?
In this conversation, experts and thought leaders will guide you through the metrics and KPIs that can help gauge the success of your DEIB initiatives and inform your strategizing. Gain a competitive edge by walking the talk and truly committing to DEI.
Join this conversation to understand the:

Best metrics to consider for benchmarking and industry standards
Impact of DEI strategies on business outcomes
Importance of analyzing intersectionality of workers
Implementing action plans based on the DEIB data

How to Elevate Workplace Well-Being Through Inclusion and Belonging
2023-12-19 12:30 - 13:00 | Virtual/Online

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
2024-01-15 | PA

Somos Latinas Luncheon
2024-01-22 11:30 - 13:00 | Cactus Blue Mexican Restaurant, 4030 Chestnut Street, Emmaus, PA, PA, 18049, United States

Turning the Page: Book Bans Part II
2024-01-25 11:00 - 13:00 | NCC- Fowler Center, 511 E 3rd St, Bethlehem, PA, 18015, United States

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Roundtable
2024-01-26 08:00 - 09:30 | Virtual/Online

The Marcon Institute: Radical Love Conference 2024
2024-02-14 - 2024-02-17 | PA

Cena Bilingüe Comunitaria: Bilingual Community Dinner
2024-02-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Hispanic Center Lehigh Valley, 520 E 4th St, Bethlehem, Bethlehem, PA, 18015, United States
Register here!

Radical Love Conference: Public Talk by Ms. Samaria Rice
2024-02-16 04:00 - 17:30 | PA
Samaria Rice, mother of Tamir Rice and founder of the Tamir Rice Foundation will be speaking. Learn more here: https://marcon.lehigh.edu/programs-initiatives/radical-love-conference

AUTHOR TALK – As Goes Bethlehem With Jill Schennum
2024-02-17 13:00 - 14:00 | National Museum of Industrial History, 602 East Second Street, Bethlehem, PA, 18015, United States

Sleep Soundly, Live Fully: Women's Wellness Expo
2024-02-20 10:30 - 13:00 | PA
Presented by the women’s business council

Screening and Discussion: Love Letters to Allentown
2024-02-20 17:30 - 20:00 | PA

Black Film: Then and Now- "One Night in Miami"
2024-02-21 19:00 - 21:00 | ArtsQuest Center, 101 Founders Way, Bethlehem, PA, 18015, United States

Black Wall Street: Part III Panel
2024-02-22 17:00 - 19:00 | PA

City and State PA's Diversity Summit: Creating Connections between MWBE and Government
2024-02-27 08:00 - 12:00 | Penn Harris Hotel, 1150 Camp Hill Bypass, Camp Hill, PA, 17011, United States
