BE ENGAGED BLOG

Docuseries Highlights NWA Refugees and Welcomers

By Aron SheltonBlog

For Aqela Faizy, fleeing Afghanistan for Northwest Arkansas last year meant avoiding the Taliban, pushing through the chaos at the Kabul airport and feelings of depression and profound loss, not...

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November 1, 2022

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Celebrating Diversity and Getting Out the Vote

By Margot LemasterNewsletters

beENGAGED Signature Bank of Arkansas Launches Bilingual Bank Brand Banco Sí is the name of Signature Bank of Arkansas' multicultural bank located in downtown Rogers, the first dedicated bilingual bank in Arkansas....

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June 2, 2022

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Solidarity With Buffalo

By Margot LemasterDiversity, Newsletters

We condemn the mass shooting that occurred this past weekend in Buffalo, N.Y., as an act of domestic terrorism aimed at Black and brown community members. We acknowledge the racialized motivations...

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May 20, 2022

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Honoring and Acting on MLK Jr.’s Legacy

By Margot LemasterNewsletters

beENGAGED Regional events celebrate the life of Dr. MLK Jr. and honor local leaders The life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was celebrated and honored throughout the...

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May 20, 2022

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New DEI Roles Added to the Region

By Margot LemasterBlog, Diversity, News

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...

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March 3, 2022

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Shopping with Intention This Holiday Season

By Aron SheltonBlog

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...

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January 14, 2019

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Continuing the Momentum of Welcoming Week NWA: What’s Next?

By Margot LemasterBlog, Diversity, News

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...

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October 20, 2021

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Strengthening NWA’s Vibrant and Diverse Small Business Culture

By Aron SheltonNewsletters

beENGAGED Downtown Springdale Strengthens Focus on DEI In EngageNWA's most recent partnership with Univision Arkansas, Carol Silva Moralez of SERVE2PERFORM shares how the organization is working with the Downtown Springdale...

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July 30, 2021

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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....

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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March 22, 2021

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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November 23, 2020

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NWA Council Launches Small Business Cohort

By Niketa ReedBlog, Diversity, News

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...

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October 30, 2020

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be Engaged in October: It’s time to vote!

By Niketa ReedDiversity, Newsletters

Make your voice count and vote in the 2020 election Early voting has started and EngageNWA and the NWA Council compiled several resources to help you safely make your way...

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October 30, 2020

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Moving Beyond ‘It’s Just the Way It Is’: Local Peaceful Protest Leads to Change

By Niketa ReedBlog

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...

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October 5, 2020

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be Engaged in September: National Hispanic Heritage Month and more

By Niketa ReedDiversity, Newsletters

Turn the celebration into an ongoing inclusive initiative National Hispanic Heritage Month is a great opportunity to celebrate the countless contributions of Latinx employees and communities in our region. By...

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September 1, 2020

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be Engaged in August: Stories and Triumphs of Speaking Truth to Power

By Niketa ReedDiversity, Newsletters

Last week marked the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution which granted women the right to vote. While a groundbreaking accomplishment, Jim Crow laws prevented many...

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August 30, 2020

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No Place For Hate

By Niketa ReedDiversity, News, Uncategorized

EngageNWA and the Northwest Arkansas Council support the passage of the recently-introduced hate crimes legislation in Arkansas. The bipartisan bill will strengthen penalties for crimes motivated by bias against a...

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August 19, 2020

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be Engaged: Regional leaders dedicated to change

By Niketa ReedDiversity, Newsletters

Regional leaders embrace pledge to address racism From the coronavirus pandemic to protests against police brutality, the past few months have cast a bright light on systemic inequities facing communities of...

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July 27, 2020

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NWA Council Adopts Leadership Pledge to Address Systemic Racism

By Niketa ReedDiversity, News

Organizations throughout the region are encouraged to join the effort to promote equity and inclusivity.TAKE THE LEADERSHIP PLEDGE The Northwest Arkansas Council and EngageNWA have announced the adoption of a...

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July 21, 2020

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Lulu Peredo joins Engage NWA as new Outreach Director

By Niketa ReedNews

Please help us welcome the newest member of the EngageNWA team, Lulu Peredo! We are excited to announce that Lulu Peredo has joined the EngageNWA team as the new Outreach...

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July 2, 2020

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be Engaged in June: Progress toward equity and racial justice

By Niketa ReedNewsletters

We celebrate Juneteenth Juneteenth is a holiday that commemorates the day a last group of slaves, outside Galveston, Texas, heard they had been freed months earlier. Holidays are symbols that...

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June 22, 2020

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EngageNWA: Statement of Solidarity

By Niketa ReedDiversity, News

“Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced.” — James Baldwin If we are to fulfill our mission of creating a...

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June 2, 2020

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be Engaged in May: Post-COVID discussions and action through equity

By Niketa ReedNewsletters

JOIN THE FORUM  "Equity in Action: Envisioning a Post-COVID Arkansas" Forum to address equitable recovery efforts No one is immune to the coronavirus and its effects, but the pandemic is...

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May 18, 2020

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