Race Forward Series: Champions of Equity (#2)

601 Middle Avenue,Elyria OH 44035

25 May, 2023

Description

The Lorain County Racial Equity Center, the League of Women Voters of Oberlin Area, and Metro-Central NAACP are honored to present the 2023 Race Forward Speaker Series #2: "Champions of Equity." Join us for an evening of inspiring conversation and celebration as we recognize the importance of racial equity in the workplace. We are delighted to welcome Gary Ganaway, Vice President of Global Affairs at Bendix Corporation, as our distinguished speaker and panelist. Mr. Ganaway's expertise in global affairs and diversity and inclusion initiatives make him a powerful advocate for equity in many areas of life. The event will take place on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at Elyria High School. Starting at 5:30 pm, we will be hosting a reception in honor of Jodie Johnson, the first African American Principal at Elyria High School and Equity Champion Honoree. From 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm, Mr. Ganaway will take the stage for the speaker and panel session. Finally, at 7:30 pm, we will pay tribute to our equity champion honoree. This event is a meaningful opportunity to honor the legacy of George Floyd and renew our commitment to advancing racial equity and justice in our community and beyond on the 3rd anniversary of his murder. We invite you to join us for this special occasion This event is free and open to the public. Seats are limited, so attendees are encouraged to RSVP in advance.