Diversity Initiative

On the second day of the conference we met in our multi racial affinity group.  We gathered in small groups by topics that were of interest to those in the room and spent about forty five minutes exploring various issues. 

I never expected to be as moved as I was today in our student adult regional group meeting.  For those of you who are not familiar with the goal for format of this group, let me first explain what it

Cross Cultural Affinity Group Today we gathered in a cross cultural group and dialogued about the masks we wear and the power that comes with being able to take them off. Below is a copy of the poem and prompt questions that we

I am by Christel McGuigan   I am from the piano, proudly displayed pictures, a dining table used to collect mail, my mother’s miniature collection, and my father’s manicured lawn. I am from sweet air, red dirt, plantation homes, pineapple

This has got to be the longest convention center known to man   I should have brought a pedometer to track the amount of miles I have walked since checking into the Hilton.  I think it would be safe to

It was a privilege to be able to listen to the words of such a respected and revered man.  Sir Sidney Poitier walked out on to the stage to thunderous applause. My first impression was a man who was strong and proud, yet gentle

3,116 Total Participants 1,905 PoCC Participants 1,211 SDLC Participants 697 First Time PoCC Participants 916 First Time SDLC Participants California sent the most number of participants to this year's conference 459 Participants   As reported by Gene Batiste, NAIS Vice

Laissez les bons temps rouler   The good times were about to roll, and we were sure about that after the opening ceremony of the 2008 People of Color Conference New Orleans.  There was definitely a NOLA flavor that was

How exciting to finally see the PoCC program I immediately printed it out and started circling, highlighting, and scribbling.  Urgh…how does one choose?  It's always a good idea to have a plan, and it is even a better idea to have a plan

Welcome to my People of Color Conference blog!  It is my privilege and honor to bring to you a personal perspective of an amazing and electric conference.  This will be my third PoCC, and I am anticipating with bated breath this year's conference in New Orleans.  Whether you are a first-time participant, a veteran, or someone who would like to know more about PoCC, I hope you are able to gain some insight through my experiences.  I invite you to visit my photo gallery and also the sites of the other three bloggers who will be recording their own PoCC experience.  Together we present to you the 2008 PEOPLE OF COLOR CONFERENCE NEW ORLEANS.