The Boxser Diversity Initiative encourages a better understanding of the diverse groups in Southwest Florida. The initiative has brought global speakers, commentators and scholars to Southwest Florida.
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Building Bridges
The Boxser Diversity Initiative’s 2024-25 Building Bridges Discussion Series Through stories of courage, resilience, and activism highlighted in the Discussion Series, we hope to promote empathy and inspire attendees to work toward making [...]
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.
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.
BDI Announces Inaugural “Bending the Arc” Student Cohort
This unique educational initiative, made possible by generous funding from Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation, invites students to embark on a journey through the history of the Civil Rights Movement and explore its lasting relevance in shaping a more equitable society.