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Spring 2009
Vol. 3 No. 1

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The Color of Money: A professional development conference for fundraisers of color!
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In this Issue

 

Diverse Boards—Are You Prepared for Real Change?

 

Career Track Profile

 

Attend the Diversity Workshop!

 

Conference Session Round-up

 

The Power of Women’s Funds

 

Visit the Diversity Art Showcase in New Orleans

 
 
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Maria Gitin Torres

Diverse Boards—Are You Prepared for Real Change?

A Thought Leader Column by Maria Gitin Torres, CFRE

Diversifying your board does not end when you see new and different faces around the table. It’s also less likely to happen in the first place without a bit of organizational reflection.

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Christopher Owens

Career Track Profile: Christopher A. Owens

Casting a wide net allows fundraisers to ensure that their message has the ability to reach everyone instead of a niche market, explains Owens in this Q and A. “Funding sources will naturally diversify as a result of including varied perspectives.”

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Cathy Harris

Expand Your Thinking at the Diversity Workshop in New Orleans

Don’t miss the Diversity Workshop during the AFP International Conference on Fundraising! The workshop will feature Cathy Harris (www.cathyharris.com). The workshop will be held from 12:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. on Sunday, March 29. Please note the new earlier time for the workshop in New Orleans!


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A Fully Inclusive Curriculum

Find the answers and solutions you need in New Orleans during the AFP International Conference on Fundraising. Listed here are some great sessions related to diversity and inclusiveness in fundraising.

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Mary Morten

The Power of Women’s Funds

“I’ve had some of the most provocative and profound conversations with members of women’s funds,” says Mary Morten. She explains the potential of these funds to achieve “systemic” solutions—changes to the policies and systems that shape women's opportunities in society.

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"Little Red Tricycle with Fleur De Lis” by Vergie Banks

Visit the Diversity Art Showcase in New Orleans

Renowned artist Vergie Banks doesn’t just revel in the culture of southern Louisiana, she shares it with others and helps them appreciate the unique lifestyle enjoyed in this vibrant corner of the world. Visit Banks’ website to view her work. See it in person at conference at Booth 813!

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