Established in 1999, the Women of Color Empowerment Dinner brought a group consisting of faculty, staff, and students together to dialogue about current issues and share stories of struggle, courage, and accomplishment. Empowering one another, these women provided a foundation of community and support, setting the stage for continued development of the program.
The Women of Color Empowerment Dinner contributes to diversity at Western Washington University. It continues to celebrate the success and accomplishments of women of color. The WOCED provides a forum to address current issues and increases awareness of and concerns related to the issues of women of color.
As a result of attending the 22nd Women of Color Empowerment Dinner, students will:
- listen to a renowned female role model deliver a keynote, motivational speech
- celebrate the accomplishments and successes of women of color
- dialogue with peers of color, staff, faculty mentors, and alumni
- identify leaders with whom to develop relationships/connections
- acknowledge current and past Annual Award recipient(s)
- acknowledge students who are attending
- develop supportive social and educational communities
- address social and cultural issues