Equity Speakers Series: Lasana O. Hotep

2600 Mission Bell Drive,San Pablo CA 94806

23 February, 2023

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Event Title: "Resistance and the Preservation of African American Cultural Traditions: A Way Forward " Date: February 23, 2023 Time: 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m Location: Contra Costa College, 2600 Mission Bell Drive, San Pablo CA 94806. GE Building, Room 225 Description: Join Contra Costa College for a conversation with Lasana O. Hotep, an antiracist and antisexist educator, writer, and equity-advancing executive coach. He writes and speaks globally about educational equity, anti-Blackness, and racial justice within organizations and society at-large. This event will provide a unique opportunity to hear from Lasana about his experiences, insights, and ideas on achieving educational equity and racial justice. RSVP: For In-Person or Remote Attendance Contact: Dean of Students - George Mills by email at [email protected] About the Speaker Lasana Hotep Lasana has delivered transformative, multi-media presentations throughout the United States and abroad, and has contributed to seven books, including the recently published "Minding the Obligation Gap in Community Colleges and Beyond: Theory and Practice in Achieving Educational Equity." He has over 20 years of experience providing equity-advancing consultation to academic institutions, community-based organizations, and corporations, and currently serves as the Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) at the University of California, Berkeley. The Contra Costa Community College District is committed to equal opportunity in educational programs, employment, and campus life. The District does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, marital status, national origin, parental status, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status in any access to and treatment in College programs, activities, and application for employment. Participants with disabilities: if you are in need of special accommodations, submit your request at least five business days in advance of the event. Please allow 10 days for a sign language interpreter. Phone: 510.215.3969.