Since 2013, EngageNWA has supported a vision for a diverse and inclusive region where all residents can thrive and belong. A number of key roles have recently been created across...
A Gifting Guide of Local, Diverse-Owned Small Businesses Enjoy these gift suggestions, made by community members in NWA! Our Northwest Arkansas region is thriving because of the diverse communities that...
While the event was only a week-long, the goals are long-term. We hope Welcoming Week NWA serves as an impetus to drive action all year long. We recently celebrated a...
On June 17, EngageNWA partnered with Arkansas United to celebrate new American citizens. The event was possible through EngageNWA’s membership with Welcoming America and a national campaign by Old Navy....
Dear EngageNWA Network, This week is historic, even in a pandemic year punctuated by unprecedented circumstances and events. The murder conviction of a former police officer for George Floyd's tragic death...
The Arkansas Association of Asian Businesses (AAAB) is on a mission to serve the Arkansan-Asian business community in professional growth, networking and increased access to opportunities and resources. They are...
The Pledge in Review In the summer of 2020, we asked businesses and organizations throughout the region to join the effort to promote equity and inclusivity by taking a leadership...
The Northwest Arkansas Council has launched a small business cohort to address gaps identified in DEI survey. More resources are needed to help the region’s small and mid-sized businesses implement...
Bentonville, a town grappling with the power of symbols in its growing community, has benefited from a few courageous voices speaking for the many in a new saying: “This is...
In 2019, the Northwest Arkansas Council joined 19 other nonprofit organizations to participate in the TRUE TRAIN Cohort initiative. We recently sat down with Mike Harvey, chief operating officer of...