Whether you’re an experienced DEI leader or new to the field, DAIP offers programming to help you hone your skills, broaden your perspective, and leave you inspired to forge ahead with this important work.
Weeks after the leak of a draft Supreme Court opinion overturning Roe v. Wade, protesters are gathering around the country, and anxiety is high about this major blow to reproductive rights in America. What can HR professionals expect as a result of this change? What can employees expect, both on a personal level, and on …
Is your organization increasing your DEI efforts? In partnership with Amica, Dr. Norm Jones will host a workshop called The Ecology of Diversity to offer a leadership framework that helps every individual within an organization map out their desired change toward greater inclusion and equity. Join us to explore what this work looks like within …
Each year, DAIP invites our community to celebrate our Annual Leadership in Diversity & Inclusion Award winners and learn from thought leaders who are shaping today’s conversations around diversity, equity, and inclusion. Join us on November 18 for this year’s gathering, to honor the 2022 award winners, Angela Bannerman Ankoma (Individual Award Winner) and Amos …
Join DAIP for a virtual conversation with legal experts ahead of the SCOTUS decisions in two cases that will determine the constitutionality of race-conscious university admissions policies, which is often referred to as affirmative action. Since the 1960s and 70s, affirmative action has led to increased equity in the admissions process, more diverse student bodies, …
Join the DAIP community to celebrate our 2023 Leadership in Diversity & Inclusion Award winners! This year’s gathering will honor our 2023 award winners: Michelle Wilson (Individual Award Winner), Coastal1 Credit Union (Organizational Award Winner), and Carolyn Belisle (our inaugural Linda Newton Legacy Award winner)! The reception will feature: Live music, hors d’oeuvres & cash …
Join us for an enlightening evening of film and conversation in recognition of Black History Month. DAIP is hosting a special program in honor of black excellence and community resilience at United Way of Rhode Island (UWRI) on Monday, February 26th, for a screening & discussion around the documentary "Silver Dollar Road." The film tells …
Diversity and Inclusion Professionals (DAIP) is a 501c3 that offers timely educational programming, resources and networking opportunities across sectors and industries to explore diversity, equity, and inclusion as crucial elements of business and community success.
Kevin Matta (he, him, his) is a strategic differentiator, comfortable challenging the status quo, and brings both passion and experience to ensure client success and human engagement with his brilliant ability to make connections.
Kevin’s interest in justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion work developed as he witnessed his parents encounter inequities and injustices while navigating the American healthcare and workplace landscape. His passion for this work continues to be strengthened by the systemic injustices people around the world continue to experience.
Kevin serves as president of DAIP’s board of directors.