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    Minorities in Parks & Recreation - Roundtable Discussion on How to Promote the Profession to the Underrepresented

    Wednesday, April 5, 2023
    4:15 PM – 5:15 PM  
    Room: 6E
    Eligible for 0.1 CEUs
    Session Description: A roundtable discussion around recruiting the underrepresented into the profession of Parks & Recreation, why it is important, and issues faced by current professionals amongst the underrepresented. Ways to connect with part-time staff, participants, and the community from varying backgrounds.

    Learning Objectives:

    • Upon completion, participants will be able to identify who they are currently serving and who they are not serving within their community, staff, and organization
    • Upon completion, participants will be able to address the inequities that may exist within who they are currently serving and who they are not serving within their community, staff, and organization.
    • Upon completion, participants will be able to conduct trainings, recruitments, and develop programs that bridge the gap between the underrepresented and represented groups within their community.