“Diversity to Inclusion: Integrating Elements of Diversity Into Curriculum and Facilitation that Fosters an Inclusion Learning Community”

Dr. Laura Galloway,Dr. Jalin B. Johnson and Dr. Monica Shukla-Belmontes present at the 2018 the International Conference on Diversity in Organizations, Communities and Nations

June 2018

Faculty members Nakisha Castillo, DMFT; Kathleen Ringenbach, Ph.D.; Jalin Johnson, Ed.D.; Laura Galloway, Ph.D.; and Monica Shukla-Belmontes, Ph.D., participated in the 18th International Conference on Diversity in Organizations, Communities & Nations at the University of Texas in Austin held June 6-8.

Faculty members Monica Shukla-Belmontes, Ph.D.; Laura Galloway, Ph.D; and Jalin Johnson, Ed.D., at the International Conference on Diversity in Organizations, Communities and Nations.

Castillo and Ringenbach’s team presentation, “Creating a Pathway of Connections: Interracial Mentoring Through Instrumental Versus Relational Perspectives,” looked at ways to mentor new faculty of color in the academic environment.

Johnson, Galloway and Shukla discussed “Diversity to Inclusion: Integrating Elements of Diversity Into Curriculum and Facilitation that Fosters an Inclusion Learning Community.” They discussed how diversity of thought, culture, background and experience need to be considered against the backdrop of diverse cultures and societies in different geographic areas. Professor Sheila Steinberg, Ph.D., contributed to the report.

Founded in 2000, the conference brings together scholars, government officials and practice-based participants with an interest in the issues of diversity and community. “Being surrounded by academics, scholars, practitioners, attorneys and researchers, most of whom lead their respective institution’s departments and divisions of diversity, inclusion and equity, was an incredible experience. We both contributed to and learned a great deal from our international peers,” said Johnson.