‘Diversity Day’ slated this Friday
10/22/2016, 3:58 p.m.
A range of speakers are expected for “Diversity Day,” an inaugural event “to address diversity and inclusion head-on in an effort to strengthen race relations and communication in Metro Richmond,” according to organizer David Dise.
The event will be held noon to 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21, at Plant Zero, 500 Stockton St., in South Side.
Dr. Cliff Morris, a cardiologist and former basketball player at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, will kick off the program.
Presentations by 16 speakers from diverse backgrounds will follow. Participants include L.J. McCoy, president of the Chesterfield NAACP; Dr. William Noel, Henrico Public Schools’ director of student support and disciplinary review; Dr. Imad Damaj, founder of the Virginia Islamic Coalition; Congressman Dave Brat; and Michel Zajur, founder of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
Attendees will participate in a relationship-building training session.
Refreshments and lunch will be provided.
The cost: $25; special discounts are available.
Details and registration: www.winningthetraininggame.com or Mr. Dise, (804) 441-1825.
