1 Clock Hour | Domain E: Human Resources

#RealTalk is BACK! Come engage in deep-dive conversations around the DEI topics that matter most today.

Register for one or all of our #RealTalk Dialogue Series Sessions for 2023.

During the past few years, we have brought awareness around API hate and barriers to breaking the bamboo ceiling. The focus of this year’s #Realtalk is around microaggressions which is frequently experienced by your Asian colleague and friends. The audience will go through real life situations, perspectives and solutions. Don't let microaggressions go unchallenged - be a proactive force for positive change. Practice now, so you are prepared.

During this session you will...

• Discover practical strategies for preventing negative situations from arising, and learn how to support your Asian colleagues when they need you the most.
• Embrace the power of allyship and create a more inclusive workplace by employing tactics in our discussion.
• Use the solutions to also help other marginalized groups.

We will illustrate scenarios and discuss practical strategies for examples such as:

• When a participant disrespects another member at a virtual meeting
• When an Asian American is talked over at an in-person meeting
• When there is no Asian American representation
• When Asian Americans are passed over for advancements
• When AANHPI Heritage month is dismissed due to Lunar New Year
• When a co-worker confuses two Asian American co-workers with each other

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1 Clock Hour | Domain TBA | 1:00 - 2:00 PM CT

#RealTalk is BACK! Come engage in deep-dive conversations around the DEI topics that matter most today.

Register for one or all of our #RealTalk Dialogue Series Sessions for 2023.

Join our June #Realtalk recognizing LGBT+ Pride Month as we explore how the meetings and events industry is affected by companies engaging in "pink washing" or targeting the "pink dollar." We'll discuss the implications of businesses marketing to the LGBTQ+ community without genuine commitment to equality. Additionally, we'll analyze the impact of pride celebrations on destinations, considering social inclusion, community engagement, and tourism revenue. This #realtalk discussion aims to articulate the complexities of pink washing, the pink dollar, and pride events in the meetings and events industry. By prioritizing inclusivity, authenticity, and meaningful support, the industry can create events that truly celebrate and uplift the LGBTQ+ community.

This discussion will feature panelists Veronica Riverera from San Diego Tourism, Collin Lourenco from Sacramento LGBT Center and Bridget McCoy from Visit Saint Paul. This webinar series is brought to you by the MPI Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee & Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion Community.

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1 Clock Hour | Domain TBA | 1:00 - 2:00 PM CT

#RealTalk is BACK! Come engage in deep-dive conversations around the DEI topics that matter most today.

Join us as we discuss Anti-Human Trafficking, a topic that is sweeping the nation.

Human trafficking exists everywhere, but sorting fact from fiction and knowing what to do can easily overwhelm anyone. Traffickers and their victims can be of any age, race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, nationality, immigration status, cultural background, socio-economic class, and education attainment level. However, we do know there is a disproportionate impact on the underserved and marginalized communities. This Real Talk conversational Session will take a deep dive into discussing the topic, exploring the definition of trafficking and intersectionality to those in marginalized communities.

LEARNER OUTCOMES

• Better understand the definition of trafficking. What is and what it is not
• Become more Aware of the root cause of trafficking in persons with a focus on the disproportionate impact on underserved and marginalized communities.
• Identify steps you can take in your specific role to respond to Human trafficking and EDI Initiatives

CONVERSATION STARTERS

• Dispelling the Myths and a discussion of What Human Trafficking Actually Is.. and what it is NOT
• Exploring The direct correlation of EDI and Human Trafficking and the Root Cause

Register for one or all of our #RealTalk Dialogue Series Sessions for 2023.

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1 Clock Hour | Domain E: Human Resources | 12:00 - 12:30 PM CT

In this 30 min session we will explore the Male minority of the meeting planner industry. Recent discussions around masculinity have brought to light the unbalance within the Meeting professional industries Male to identifying Female. We will discuss topics like toxic masculinity, objectivity and social ideals individuals identifying as men and boys face in society and the workplace.

#RealTalk is BACK! Come engage in deep-dive conversations around the DEI topics that matter most today.

Register for one or all of our #RealTalk Dialogue Series Sessions for 2023.

Register Here!

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Platform: Zoom Meetings (more information)

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Accommodation Request Contact: MPIAcademy@mpiweb.org

1 Clock Hour | Domain E: Human Resources | 1:00 - 2:00 PM CT

In this session we will explore the Male minority of the meeting planner industry. Recent discussions around masculinity have brought to light the unbalance within the Meeting professional industries Male to identifying Female. We will discuss topics like toxic masculinity, objectivity and social ideals individuals identifying as men and boys face in society and the workplace.

#RealTalk is BACK! Come engage in deep-dive conversations around the DEI topics that matter most today.

Register for one or all of our #RealTalk Dialogue Series Sessions for 2023.

Register Here!

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Platform: Zoom Meetings (more information)

Accessibility Features:

• Wordly real time AI powered interpretation and translation
• Transcriptions

Accommodation Request Contact: MPIAcademy@mpiweb.org