The DEI-focused (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) convention brought together a wide array of speakers for convention-goers to enjoy. We were honored to have AAUW’s CEO Gloria Blackwell and Wisconsin’s Poet Laureate, Dasha Kelly Hamilton to kick off our Friday evening. Dr. Renee Gralewicz delivered a passionate keynote speech on Saturday on the effects of colonialism calling on us to advocate for social justice especially for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. Finally, Dr. Susan McFadden left us with an inspiring closing about memory and hope.

Our breakout speakers kept us engaged on a variety of topics Saturday afternoon. Several of the presenters have forwarded information that we will put in a resource section of the state convention website. We’re working on that as well as working on gathering, editing, and figuring out how to share the videos that were recorded of the convention. A reminder: our facilitators were not video professionals so be kind when you do get a chance to watch the videos!

Thank you to all the individuals & branches who donated to the auction for AAUW’s Greatest Needs Fund and/or made direct monetary donations. $5350 was raised this year.