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Knowing Your History: The History of Valley Junction
By Michael Conlon, Editorial Intern
Valley Junction has a long and storied history of being a foundation of West Des Moines. Continue Reading Knowing Your History: The History of Valley Junction
An Apollo Astronaut Made Me Dinner
By Anthony Paustian, Ph.D.
In March, we lost an Apollo astronaut, a beloved member of the space community, and in my own case, a personal friend––Al Worden, the Command Module Pilot for Apollo 15. Continue Reading An Apollo Astronaut Made Me Dinner
United Way’s 21-Day Equity Challenge
The 21-Day Equity Challenge is a powerful opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of how inequity and racism affect our lives and our community. Continue Reading United Way’s 21-Day Equity Challenge
Minority-Owned Businesses in West Des Moines & Des Moines
View a list of Black and African owned businesses in West Des Moines. Continue Reading Minority-Owned Businesses in West Des Moines & Des Moines
The 2019 Greater Iowa African American Resource Guide
View the 2019 Greater Iowa African American Resource Guide. Continue Reading The 2019 Greater Iowa African American Resource Guide
Greater Des Moines Partnership Resources
View this list of resources provided by the Greater Des Moines Partnership. Continue Reading Greater Des Moines Partnership Resources
Resources Provided by Teree Caldwell-Johnson
A list of resources on being an ally and the BLM Movement provided by Teree Caldwell-Johnson. Continue Reading Resources Provided by Teree Caldwell-Johnson
Free Resources
A list of free movies, shorts and best practices provided by Angela Jackson. Continue Reading Free Resources
C-Suite Conversations
Important conversations for C-Suite Executives regarding diversity in their organizations and other resources provided by Angela Jackson. Continue Reading C-Suite Conversations
One Economy Slideshow
View this eye opening slideshow presented by Teree Caldwell-Johnson and Deidre DeJear during the Diversity, Inclusion and Equity event. Continue Reading One Economy Slideshow
African Americans in Iowa
Here you can learn more about African Americans in Iowa. Continue Reading African Americans in Iowa
The 2018 Greater Iowa African American Resource Guide
View the Greater Iowa African American Resource Guide. Continue Reading The 2018 Greater Iowa African American Resource Guide
Greater Des Moines Partnership Inclusion Resources
There are many resources you can tap into from the Greater Des Moines Partnership including dsm Magazine’s Inclusion Magazine. Continue Reading Greater Des Moines Partnership Inclusion Resources
Iowa Coalition for Collective Change
Learn about the newly formed Iowa Coalition for Collective Change based in West Des Moines. Continue Reading Iowa Coalition for Collective Change
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Facilitators/Consultants
A list of equity, diversity and inclusion facilitators/consultants. Continue Reading Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Facilitators/Consultants
WDM Community School’s Deep Equity Framework
Next year, the WDMCS will begin systemic change to ensure equity for all students through the Deep Equity program. Continue Reading WDM Community School’s Deep Equity Framework
WDM Watch List: Jessica Amundson
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Jessica Amundson
Investing in What Matters: Customers, Properties, and Long-Term Value
By Jeremy Shepherd, President, R&R Realty Group Development Services Corporation Continue Reading Investing in What Matters: Customers, Properties, and Long-Term Value
WDM Watch List: Macy McAllister
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Macy McAllister
Strategy in Motion: Why agility is your competitive advantage
By Blake E. Crow, CPA | Eide Bailly Partner/Des Moines Market Leader Continue Reading Strategy in Motion: Why agility is your competitive advantage
WDM Watch List: Jaden Adams
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Jaden Adams
WDM Watch List: Jacob Repp
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Jacob Repp
Leading with MERCI: A Leadership Philosophy of Gratitude and Growth
By Katherine Harrington, President & CEO Continue Reading Leading with MERCI: A Leadership Philosophy of Gratitude and Growth
WDM Watch List: Emani Brinkman
WDM Watch List highlights emerging leaders each month that you should know. Continue Reading WDM Watch List: Emani Brinkman
Paid and Unpaid Breaks: What Employers Need to Know
By Katherine Harrington, President & CEO Continue Reading Paid and Unpaid Breaks: What Employers Need to Know