Detailed Conference Schedule

Pre-Conference Session – White House Project – 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
The New Face of Political Leadership: You

Conducted by: Stacey Chavis, Southern Regional Director, The White House Project

This session is actively seeking women who bring new resources and different experiences to political leadership. The training will focus on 1) garnering new skills to build your political power, 2) learning to navigate the unique barriers and opportunities women face, and 3) building your network for power and resources.

Whether you are a hardcore political player or a woman who may not yet be involved in politics, now is the time to think seriously about running for office, or to become more prominently involved as a civic leader! The White House Project works with progressive women of all political persuasions who are committed to ensuring women’s economic security, their safety, and their access to the full range of health options.

With 3.4 million new voters turning out at the polls this year, now is the time to capitalize on America’s new-found passion for politics by providing individuals with concrete steps for action. The White House Project is perfectly positioned to give the large numbers of women who now want to lead the skills, confidence and connections they need to take the next step in their political life.

Over the past four years, the WHP has trained 6,000 women to lead a political life. This election season alone, 110 of our alumnae ran for elective office, with nearly half emerging victorious from their races. Our trainees are also exceptionally diverse: As of 2007, 43% of our trainees were women of color, 46% earned less than $30,000 per year, and 70% were under the age of 35.

Opening General Session – 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
The influence of civility on public discourse and behaviors of individuals and groups: a presentation of research and findings in higher education.

Welcome:
Dr. Jane E. Smith, Executive Director, LEADS at Spelman College Conference Host

Greeting and Spelman Film:
Eloise Alexis, Vice President for College Relations, Spelman College

Conference Opening and Purpose:
Kimberly B. Davis, President, JPMorgan Chase Foundation

Keynote Speakers:
Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum, President, Spelman College
Dr. Robert M. Frankllin, President, Morehouse College

Pre-Dinner Reception – 5:30 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.

Legacy of Leadership Awards Dinner – 6:15 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
Awards to civil leaders from diverse communities: case studies demonstrating the power of civility in leadership

Keynote Speaker:
Sara Manzano-Díaz, Director of the Women’s Bureau, US Department of Labor

Networking Breakfast – 7:45 a.m. – 8:45 p.m.
Promises to Keep: Commentary on best practices for civil discourse

Facilitators:
Ms. Alicia Diaz, Director, Legislative Policy & Government Relations, Cuban American National Council
Ms. Beverly Wright, Former Five-term Chairperson, Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head/Aquinnah

Opening General Session – 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
The importance of women in building and sustaining civil societies

Welcome:
Dr. Jane E. Smith, Executive Director, LEADS at Spelman College Conference Host
Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum, President, Spelman College

Keynote Speaker:
Pat Russell-McCloud, J.D., President, Russell-McCloud & Associates

Media Panel:
Angela Burt-Murray, Editor-in-Chief, Essence Magazine
Mimi Valdés, Editor in Chief/Editorial Director, Latina Magazine

Civility & Women – 10:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
The changing context of unwritten rules.

Speakers:
Phyllis Haynes, Marketing Partner, Inter-Change Consultants
Liz Young, Co-founder, Inter-Change Consultants

• Asian Women Facilitator: Ms. Hiroko Tatebe, Global Organization for Leadership and Diversity
• Black Women Facilitator: Ms. Cheryl Ayers, Impact Group
• Latinas Facilitator: Ms. Alicia Diaz, Director, Legislative Policy & Government Relations, Cuban American National Council
• Native Women Facilitator: Ms. Beverly Wright, Former Five-term Chairperson, Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head/Aquinnah
• White Women Facilitator: TBD
• Men Facilitator: Mr. Julius Pryor, III, J Pryor Group, LLC
• Multicultural Group Facilitator: Lilly McNair
• Tweetup Facilitator: Lauren Brown Jarvis, C'2011, Spelman College

Civility Workshops – 2:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
How to leverage civility for growth and prosperity

Civility & Context: Managing Conflict in Uncivil Times
Speaker: Ms. Gayle Burnett, Author and Consultant, InterChange Consultants

Civility & Change: Focus on the Constant - If It Is To Be, It Is Up To
Speaker: Ms. Telisa Yancy, American Family Insurance

Civility & Work
Speakers:
Dr. Riche' Barnes, Instructor, Anthropology/Women's Studies, Smith College
Meredith Moore, Director, External Relations, McDonald's Corporation

Civility & The Academy
Speakers:
Ms. Judith White, President & Executive Director, Higher Education Resource Services
Dr. Johnnella Butler, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Spelman College

Blueprint for Civility: The Millennial Generation
Speakers:
Ms. Millicent Bright, C’2011, Spelman College
Ms. April Caddell, C’2011, Spelman College
Ms. Kristen Haley, C’2011, Spelman College

Civility & Leadership: Growing Leaders: Actions Now and in the Future
Speaker: Marietta Davis, General Manager, Greater Southeast District, Microsoft Corporation

Closing General Session – 3:45 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.
The role of media in promoting and fostering civility

Keynote Speaker:
Arianna Huffington, Co-founder and Editor-in-Chief, The Huffington Post

Speaker Chat:
Ms. Arianna Huffington, Co-founder and Editor-in-Chief, The Huffington Post
Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum, President, Spelman College

Closing Charge:
Rolonda Watts, Journalist, Talk Show Host, Actor, Producer, Novelist, and Voice-over Talent