Date: Sunday, May 10 ⏰ 6PM EST / 5PM CST 💻 Virtual Event
"Don't Miss this powerful conversation on Identity, Culture, and Connection
"Don't Miss this powerful conversation on Identity, Culture, and Connection
One Diaspora, Many Stories:Building Bridges Between African and African American Women
Shared Roots,Diverse Stories:Bridging the Gap Between African and African American Women
FREE for Members | $10 Non-Members
Why You Should Join This Conversation
In today’s interconnected world, understanding the richness and complexity of our shared identity is more important than ever.
This session creates a meaningful space for African and African American women to come together, share perspectives, and deepen understanding across cultures and experiences.
Whether you are looking to connect, learn, or simply be part of an important dialogue; this conversation is for you.
What You will Walk Away With
A deeper understanding of cultural identity within the diaspora
Insight into shared histories and lived experiences
Tools to navigate cross-cultural conversations with confidence
A stronger sense of connection and community
Meet Your Speaker
Dr. Cassie Sade Turnipseed
MS, MBA, PhD
Assistant Professor of History
Dr. Turnipseed is an acclaimed public historian, educator, and cultural preservationist whose work centers on identity, history, and the lived experiences of African-descended communities.
She holds advanced degrees in telecommunications, international business, and public history, and is among the few African American women to earn a doctorate in history from Middle Tennessee State University.
Her work has been nationally recognized, including receiving the Mississippi Diversity Educator of the Year Award and a U.S. Congressional Honor for her contributions to preserving the history and heritage of the Mississippi Delta.
As founder of Khafre, Inc., she is deeply committed to honoring legacy, amplifying cultural narratives, and engaging the next generation through education and storytelling.
“Know Thyself.”
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Join us for an enriching and thought-provoking dialogue that brings our stories, identities, and experiences into deeper connection.
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Release to Rise
The Hidden Power of Forgiveness in Leadership and the Workplace
FREE for Members | $10 for Non-Members
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Unresolved conflict and carried resentment quietly shape how we lead, how we show up at work, and how far we're willing to go.
This session explores forgiveness not as a soft skill, but as a leadership discipline, one that clears the way for better decisions, stronger relationships, and real growth.
Whether you're leading a team, navigating a difficult workplace relationship, or carrying something from your own past, this conversation is for you.
What You Will Walk Away With
A new understanding of forgiveness as a practical leadership tool, not just a personal virtue
Language and frameworks for addressing conflict in leadership and the workplace
Insight from the world's first Chief Forgiveness Officer, author, and leadership coach
A stronger sense of connection and community with fellow alumnae
Dionne Nicholls-Germain
Chief Forgiveness Officer
Speaker | Author | Leadership Coach
Dionne Nicholls-Germain, widely known as the Chief Forgiveness Officer, is the Founder of Live Your Best Life for You, an executive coaching, leadership training, and speaking company. After a twenty-year corporate career in luxury fashion, she now helps leaders and organizations understand forgiveness as a driver of stronger leadership and healthier workplaces. She is the Forbes-featured author of The 90-Day Conquering Unforgiveness Journal for High-Performing High Achievers, and a 2026 honoree of 100 Women of Color.
Her Philosophy "Forgiveness is good business."
Release to
Rise
Join us for a virtual session on the hidden power of forgiveness in leadership and the workplace. Secure your spot today.
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