Please join Northeastern University in Toronto on February 27 from 12:00 – 1:00 pm ET for a virtual panel about Technology, Education and Advocacy in the Black Diaspora.  

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As part of Black History Month, this panel discussion will explore education and advocacy, the importance of integrating diversity, equity and inclusivity into the organizational framework, and supporting BIPOC entrepreneurs and tech professionals to help build equitable tech.   

We are excited to welcome the following guests as part of the panel: 

• Opening remarks: US Consul General in Toronto, Susan R. Crystal 
• Moderator: Takara Small, Technology Advocate and Reporter 
• Panellists:  
• Dr. Karl Reid, Senior Vice Provost and Chief Inclusion Officer, Northeastern University and PI and Sustainability Leader, Engineering PLUS Alliance (NSF INCLUDES Alliance) 
• Kareen Onyeaju, DEI and People Operations Leader 
• Hilda Firempong, Wellness Specialist, Northeastern University in Toronto