2022 DAA Diversity Dinner

Diversity Action Alliance Annual Diversity Dinner

“Without community, there is no liberation, but the community must not mean a shedding of our differences, nor the pathetic pretense that these differences do not exist.” - Audre Lorde

The DAA community brings communications leaders together to drive radical change for people of color in our field. This year, we convene for the first time since the pandemic began and since the world opened its eyes to injustices that have long been plaguing people of color. Our assembly presents the opportunity to shed the formality of conference rooms and zoom etiquette and build genuine community with like-minded accomplices in our mission to eradicate systemic and institutionalized inequity in our workplaces.

We have an elevated responsibility to be stewards of a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive future for our industry and beyond. Although making progress, underrepresented racial and ethnic groups continue to face discrimination and unfair barriers at work. The role of the communicator is now elevated as the underpinning of our businesses rests on our counsel and example to authentically address the issues impacting the most marginalized communities in word and deed. With the power to change hearts, minds, attitudes, and behaviors, we must first exemplify what is possible - together.

The 2022 DAA Annual Dinner will honor the standout change-makers and thought leaders, share real stories from our industry peers, and inspire with words from the experts on the advancement of diversity, equity, inclusion, impact, and justice in our workplaces.

2022 Distinguished Speakers

2022 Event Program Chair

Program

VIP Reception

Cocktail Hour

Dinner

Speakers

Cultural and Educational Performances

Honors Recognitions

The dinner featured a Silent Auction of donated and purchased gifts, products, and services from BIPOC vendors.