IPRA Diversity Section

06/19/2025

04/15/2025

The registration deadline for the Diversity Education Institute is Monday, April 21! Secure your spot online: https://tinyurl.com/mpca9pm2

04/09/2025

Register for the Diversity Education Institute - spots are filling up!
The day kicks off with a compelling keynote from Roni Weiss (Travel Unity) on Creating a Comprehensive DEI Plan, setting the stage for a lineup of thought-provoking sessions. You'll explore ways to develop an effective agency plan, implement diverse recruitment strategies, and better support neurodiversity in recreation. Dive into important discussions on navigating difficult DEI conversations, staying informed on the latest diversity research and trends, and shaping inclusive recreation policies, specifically those related to gender identity and inclusion. The program concludes with a vital session from Autumn Saxton-Ross (NPRA) on Addressing Opposition to DEI, equipping you with strategies to drive meaningful change.

Click the link below for more details and registration:
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03/24/2025

Register for the Diversity Education Institute!

The day kicks off with a compelling keynote from Roni Weiss (Travel Unity) on Creating a Comprehensive DEI Plan, setting the stage for a lineup of thought-provoking sessions. You'll explore ways to develop an effective agency plan, implement diverse recruitment strategies, and better support neurodiversity in recreation. Dive into important discussions on navigating difficult DEI conversations, staying informed on the latest diversity research and trends, and shaping inclusive recreation policies, specifically those related to gender identity and inclusion. The program concludes with a vital session from Autumn Saxton-Ross (NPRA) on Addressing Opposition to DEI, equipping you with strategies to drive meaningful change.

Click the link below for more details and registration:

https://tinyurl.com/mpca9pm2

01/07/2025

Happy New Year to all! While you open that fresh new 2025 calendar, make sure you jot down these dates! Illinois Park and Recreation Association

12/06/2024

Check out the Diversity Section’s Conference Workshops that will be taking place at the 2025 IAPD/IPRA Soaring To New Heights Conference. Each session is only $90 and awards 0.2 CEUs for attending. Register soon, as the early bird deadline is December 13! If you’re already registered for conference and want to add on, contact CTE at ilparks2025@cteusa.com or call (847) 957-4255. https://www.ilparksconference.com/

10/15/2024

Hello all, I’m excited to share that I am running for the IPRA Chicago Metro Representative position! If you are a member of IPRA, I kindly ask you to consider voting in the upcoming election. Your support would mean a lot as we continue to strengthen our community and profession together.

Thank you for your consideration, and I hope to have your vote!

10/04/2024

Illinois Park and Recreation Association is inviting interested and motivated volunteers to serve on the Board of Regents for Diversity Education Institute.

The open positions are for a three-year term, which is scheduled for 2025 - 2027. Applicants must be a current and active IPRA Professional Metro or Non-Metro member and approved by their agency to attend all related meetings throughout the year as well as the Diversity Education Institute itself during the three-year term.

All applications must be submitted by Friday, October 11.
Apply here:

Thank you for your interest in serving as a Diversity Education Institute (DEI) Regent! DEI Regents serve one, three-year term and are eligible for re-election after they have fulfilled their first three-year term. Regents must have attended the DEI for at least one year and must also be a member of...

06/09/2024

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05/30/2024

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04/26/2024