The Franklin County Board of Commissioners’ Office of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion will hold the 2nd Annual Franklin County DEI Conference on October 22-23, 2024, at the Hyatt Regency Downtown Columbus.
This year’s theme, “Serving Through the Lens of Inclusion: Celebrating Differences & Building Inclusive Futures,” will bring together professionals, community leaders, and diversity advocates for two impactful days of keynotes, interactive sessions, and workshops.
The keynote speakers for the event include:
- Ukeme Awakessien, Mayor of Upper Arlington
- Eva Millona, Chief Officer of the U.S. Office of OCPE & USCIS
- Rosemarie Rossetti, CEO of Rossetti Enterprises LLC
- Asma Easa, Senior Policy Manager, American Immigration Council
What Attendees Can Expect:
- Insightful keynote presentations focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Interactive breakout sessions covering workforce development, economic equity, and policy change.
- Networking opportunities with professionals, community leaders, and DEI advocates.
- Practical workshops designed to equip participants with actionable strategies to promote inclusion and positive change in their communities and workplaces.
This year’s conference will address challenges faced by marginalized communities, including people with disabilities, immigrants, refugees, and communities of color, particularly in accessing employment, housing, and resources. Attendees will leave equipped with strategies and tools to drive meaningful change toward inclusivity and belonging.
Registration is now open, and interested participants are encouraged to secure their spot by visiting www.fcdeiOhio.com
Conference Location:
Hyatt Regency Downtown Columbus
350 N High St, Columbus, OH 43215
