Name: DEI Leadership Concepts
Start: 2025-01-31T10:45:00-1000
End: 2025-01-31T11:45:00-1000

E komo mai!

Welcome to the 2025 Kaʻū-Keaʻau-Pāhoa Complex Area Summit! We are thrilled to host the 8th Annual KKP CA Summit at Keaʻau High School Campus, where we’ll come together to inspire, learn, and grow as a collective body.

This year, we are honored to announce our keynote speaker, Nainoa Thompson, Master Navigator and President of the Polynesian Voyaging Society. Nainoa is a true embodiment of achieving excellence with intention, leading the way for the Hōkūleʻa crew as they prepare for the transformative Moananuiākea Voyage—a bold, four-year circumnavigation of the Pacific.

In addition to Nainoa’s powerful address, we’re excited to offer a variety of breakout sessions featuring dynamic speakers and topics from national, state, and local community agencies, as well as our own Complex Area and school educators. Together, we’ll explore innovative ideas and actionable strategies to support our students, schools, and communities.
Let’s make this summit a time of connection, growth, and shared purpose as we continue to thrive together. Mohala I ka wai ka maka o ka pua - Flowers thrive where there is water, as thriving people are found where living conditions are good. #KKPCA_Thrives

Friday January 31, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am HST

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Workshop Objectives:
(1) Educate leaders on DEI concepts and how to best apply them in the workplace to achieve optimal team efficiency and effectiveness. (2) Gain a better understanding of leaders ensuring they foster a workplace that protects everyone’s Civil Rights. (3) Empower leaders to have more informed discussions surrounding DEI and its benefits. (4) Identify tools and resources that enhance a thriving and cohesive workforce.

Workshop Synopsis:
“Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)” is the focus of an upcoming workshop. The presentations will cover why DEI is integral to our department’s mission accomplishment. The workshop offers a brief overview of fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive climate; a refresher on civil rights laws and policies; and best practices to provide a safe, secure, and thriving learning environment for our entire team. Attendees will better understand why incorporating DEI in education is critical because it helps our team understand and respect our differences and shared humanity. DEI leaders dedicate themselves to taking the necessary steps to ensure everyone feels a sense of belonging, believes their presence is seen, and their voices are heard. The workshop is an excellent opportunity to listen, learn, discuss, and gain best practices to achieve diversity, equity, and inclusion in the education system.”

Speakers

Alphonso Braggs, BSBM, MBA, DEI

Office Mgmt Analysis/Compliance Specialist, Civil Rights Compliance Office

Mr. Braggs was born and raised in Wilmington, NC where he served three years on the CityCouncil. A submarine combat veteran, he served over 26 years. Following his military career,he joined the public sector as Operations Director for Angel Network Charities. He returned tothe federal... Read More →

Friday January 31, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am HST
H-207

Mid-morning, Supportive Systems and Environments

Audience Everyone!

2025 KKP Complex Area Summit

Alphonso Braggs, BSBM, MBA, DEI

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