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Celebrating American Citizenship in Northwest Arkansas

By Aron SheltonAnnouncement, Blog, Diversity

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....

July 2, 2021

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Understanding the Past, Shaping the Present and Aiming for a More Inclusive Future

By Aron SheltonDiversity, Newsletters

beENGAGED Source: Experience Fayetteville Statewide Fund Established to Support Arkansas LGBTQ Community The Walton Family Foundation announced a new statewide fund for grant-making to organizations offering legal, health, education and...

June 18, 2021

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Remembering George Floyd and Taking Action Against Racism

By Margot LemasterDiversity, Newsletters

Remembering George Floyd and Taking Action Against Racism Image Source: Fayetteville Flyer The Northwest Arkansas Council and EngageNWA commemorate Tuesday, May 25, as a Day of Enlightenment in honor of...

May 25, 2021

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Moving forward with commitment and urgency in the wake of a verdict

By Niketa ReedAnnouncement, Blog, Diversity

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...

April 23, 2021

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be Engaged in March: Women’s History Month

By Niketa ReedDiversity, Newsletters

Abigail DeVille's Light of Freedom arrives at the Momentary on March 25 Spurred by the Black Lives Matter movement over this past year, Abigail Deville's 13-ft reference to the Statue...

March 22, 2021

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AAAB members pose with Governor Asa Hutchinson

AAAB: Connecting Asian American Businesses and Professionals

By Niketa ReedBlog, Diversity, News

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...

March 18, 2021

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be Engaged in February

By Niketa ReedDiversity, Newsletters

Walton Family Foundation Prioritizes DEI in New Five-Year Plan The Walton Family Foundation recently unveiled its plans to spend $2 billion over the next five years on the foundation’s three, longstanding...

February 25, 2021

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be Engaged in January: New Year, Renewed Commitments

By Niketa ReedDiversity, Newsletters

Regional MLK events honor local leaders The life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was celebrated and honored throughout the NWA region with virtual commemorations, vigils and community service...

January 25, 2021

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Honoring the Leadership Pledge in 2021

By Niketa ReedBlog, Diversity, Ideas in Action

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...

January 13, 2021

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be Engaged in November: Committed to Anti-Racism and Diverse Representation

By Niketa ReedDiversity, Newsletters

NWA Leadership Pledge decals are here! We're excited to share graphics and decals to promote participation in the NWA Leadership Pledge. By taking the Pledge and using the "We Signed...

November 23, 2020

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Celebrating American Citizenship in Northwest Arkansas

Understanding the Past, Shaping the Present and Aiming for a More Inclusive Future

Remembering George Floyd and Taking Action Against Racism

Moving forward with commitment and urgency in the wake of a verdict

be Engaged in March: Women’s History Month

AAAB: Connecting Asian American Businesses and Professionals

be Engaged in February

be Engaged in January: New Year, Renewed Commitments

Honoring the Leadership Pledge in 2021

be Engaged in November: Committed to Anti-Racism and Diverse Representation

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