Marla A. Parker, Ph.D, Assistant Professor, Public Administration, Department of Political Science and Co-Founder, Civic and Social Innovation Group at California State University Los Angeles will help us unpack why our words matter more than ever. She’ll lead us on interactive exploration of the types of language and terminology that encourages a culture of inclusivity. You will be given a blue print of practical strategies, tools, and resources that will ultimately help you, as a fundraiser, build better relationships with donors and funders as well as work towards a more equitable sector and community.
About Marla Parker
Marla A. Parker, Ph.d. has nearly 20 years of applied and academic success that spans the public and private sectors. Her broad areas of expertise include diversity and inclusion, management, social impact, entrepreneurship, innovation, wellbeing improvement, and learning and development. Her approach focuses on bridging holistic individual development with systematic change. In addition to teaching, researching, and consulting, she has also co-founded the Civic and Social Innovation Group and the LEEAF Program--both at California State University-Los Angeles, which promotes creative approaches to social change and supports diversity and equity in entrepreneurship.