The Boxser Diversity Initiative promotes diversity and inclusion to encourage a better understanding of the diverse groups — racial, religious and gender — in Southwest Florida that embrace the mission of diversity, inclusion and community. The initiative has brought global speakers, commentators and scholars to Southwest Florida.
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BDI Welcomes Francis García Fernández to Advisory Board, Strengthening Community Impact
BDI is pleased to announce the appointment of Francis M. García Fernández to its Advisory Board. García, who previously served as BDI's Marketing Coordinator, brings extensive experience in diversity initiatives, digital communications, and public [...]
Manasota Remembers Concludes Historic Journey with The Soil Ceremony
Our community gathered for The Soil Ceremony, the final phase of Manasota Remembers, to honor six lives lost to racial terror in our community: Henry Thomas Sam Ellis Wade Ellis Mr. Ruddy William [...]
BDI Announces Inaugural “Bending the Arc” Student Cohort
BDI is thrilled to announce the selection of 24 high school students for the inaugural cohort of our “Bending the Arc” program. This unique educational initiative, made possible by generous funding from Charles & Margery [...]
“Visions of the Black Experience” film series
December 5-7, 2019. The Boxser Diversity Initiative proudly presents a new film series focused on experiences of African-Americans.