Montana is not the most diverse state in the union, so we can ignore equity, diversity, and inclusion, right? Not so fast. Equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts benefit everyone, not just women and People of Color. When done well, providing an inclusive environment for staff can set the stage for innovation and business growth. So what can we do to build more equitable and inclusive organizations? And how might we leverage technology to embrace diverse voices and styles that challenge our preconceptions? Join Jonathan Santos Silva, Founder of The Liber Institute and Chairman of The Bored of Ed podcast, as he explains how answering questions like these has helped the Institute's work supporting leadership capacity in Indigenous communities. Participants will leave with concrete ideas for going beyond the DEI Statement to build sustainable success in our organizations.
OUR PRESENTERJonathan Santos Silva has been a trouble-making, system-breaking leader in the education space for over 12 years. While he is most recently known for his work as Founder of
The Liber Institute and as Chairman of
The Bored of Ed Podcast, Jonathan can also be credited with contributions to the Cambiar Catalyst Fellowship (for aspiring school systems leaders) and South Dakota’s Native American Achievement Schools. Jonathan has been recognized for his work as a classroom teacher, founding school leader, and leadership coach, and is a sought after speaker due to his engaging and uplifting style. He holds a B.S. in Business Administration from Northeastern University and an M.A. in Education Administration from the University of South Dakota and is the husband of one incredible woman, father of four beautiful children, and walker of two loyal rez dogs.
