Cultivating Excellence Through Culture and Connection
May 18, 2023
“Too often, the cultivated excellence, contributions, service, and overall awesomeness of folks from underrepresented backgrounds who center culture and connection are overlooked, discouraged, and kept secret. Excellence is framed as something achieved apart from one's culture and as a singular accomplishment, rather than as a product of communal connections. The Inclusive Academy (IA) Symposium and BADI Awards are designed to cultivate, amplify, and celebrate the culture, connections, and contributions of this community.” —The Access, Diversity, and Inclusion Team