2022 EdLoc National Convening

When: Wednesday, April 6 - Friday, April 8

Where: Houston, Texas

Accommodations & Convening: JW Marriott Houston by The Galleria. 5150 Westheimer Rd, Houston, Texas 77056

About "Resilience & Reinvention": The 2022 National Convening is a three-day event dedicated to advancing EdLoC’s mission and values. Our theme "Resilience & Reinvention" will focus on tackling the complexities of building generational wealth by promoting collaborative efforts among leaders of color in education and across public, private, and nonprofit sectors.

Main stage conversations will feature social change visionaries and education innovators who are working to break down existing systemic barriers to progress. Smaller forums and sessions will provide the space for us to collectively learn and explore emerging research and practices to advance policy change, increase access to funding, and remake public education in a way that liberates our histories and centers economic development and wellness within school and community design.

Join us for three days of connection, collaboration, and culture! Together we can ensure that young people of color are earning more, building wealth, and thriving.

Who Attends: Senior leaders of color across sectors who are explicitly focused on dismantling systemic barriers to academic and economic advancement and success of young people of color. We are educators, policymakers, nonprofit executives, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, financial experts, and social impact leaders. The convening is designed for members of the EdLoC network but is open to the general public who are inspired by EdLoC's mission and seeking to influence change in their field.

Why You Should Attend: There's nothing like being in a room filled with values-aligned leaders who not only look like you, but who also share your ambition to disrupt the status quo for youth and families of color. This is EdLoC's flagship event of the year, with more than 750 members invited to attend. This is more than a conference -- it is an experience where you can:

Develop and strengthen relationships with other changemakers of color.
Learn from cross-sector experts, leading thought leaders, and admired social change influencers.
Identify collaborative opportunities to advance your leadership, impact your organization, and benefit the communities you serve.
Gain new insights, perspectives, relevant research, and practical tools.
Renew your spirit and celebrate our vibrant cultures!

Questions? Contact Shawn at [email protected].

Registration Information and Pricing

Your registration fees help support the network’s mission and offset programmatic and operational costs incurred in the planning and production of our flagship event.

If you are in a position to do so, we invite you to register at the actual cost per attendee ($1,899).
For all other attendees, you are welcome to register at a generously discounted rate made possible through convening sponsors and philanthropic support that help to keep this experience both accessible and affordable.

Your registration includes access to all convening sessions, hotel accommodations, and on-site meals. Please have a credit card ready when you register.

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Convening Information

Agenda

The convening will begin on Wednesday, April 6 at 4:00 p.m. CT and end on Friday, April 8 at 1:00 p.m. CT after lunch. As we approach the National Convening, a detailed agenda will be emailed to everyone.

Reimbursements

EdLoC will not provide reimbursements for ground transportation costs incurred while attending the convening.

Lodging

EdLoC is pleased to cover your accommodations. Please indicate your accommodation request below. We will reserve a room on your behalf and confirm your details at a later date.

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All attendees are responsible for arranging travel to and from the convening.

Convening Location
JW Marriott Houston by The Galleria
5150 Westheimer Road
Houston, Texas 77056 USA

Directions from Airport
- William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) - 24-min drive | Estimated taxi fare: 55 USD (one way)
- George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) - 30 mins drive | Estimated taxi fare: 65 USD (one way)

Convening Policies

COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

Per CDC guidance, Education Leaders of Color strongly recommends each attendee be fully vaccinated when attending the National Convening. Your health and safety are important to us. EdLoC recommends that all attendees use prevention strategies, such as wearing masks, physical distancing, hand hygiene, and respiratory etiquette.

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COVID-19 Testing Policy

All attendees will be required to pass a COVID-19 Rapid Antigen test upon arrival to the Convening.

EdLoC will be covering the costs and services for the rapid testing. Please note that all attendees, staff and vendors will be required to complete the rapid testing, no exemptions will be made. If you have any questions regarding this policy, please contact Shawn at [email protected]

I agree to completing a Rapid Antigen Test provided by EdLOC upon arrival to the 2022 National Convening.*

Convening COVID-19 Waiver

RELEASE:

I acknowledge that I derive personal satisfaction and benefits by my participation in Education Leaders of Color, Inc. (EdLoC) events and activities.

RELEASE AND WAIVER:

I hereby release, waive and forever discharge any and all liability, claims, and demands of whatever kind or nature against EdLoC, its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, and agents (the “released parties”), either in law or in equity, to the fullest extent permissible by law, including but not limited to damages or losses caused by third party negligence or willful conduct or the negligence, of the released parties, including but not limited to death, bodily injury, illness, economic loss or out of pocket expenses, or loss or damage to property, which i, my heirs, assignees, next of kin and/or legally appointed or designated representatives, may have or which may hereinafter accrue on my behalf, which arise or may hereafter arise from my participation with the activity.

ASSUMPTION OF ALL RISKS.

I understand and accept the following risks:

1. Participation includes possible exposure to and illness or death from infectious diseases including but not limited to COVID-19;
2. I am aware that COVID protocols change rapidly and may include, without limitation, closing or cancellation of events or facilities, required mask wearing, providing proof of full vaccination and/or one or more negative COVID tests; and

3. I assume the risk of injury, harm and loss associated with any EdLoC event or activity.

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Photo & Video Policy

I hereby grant EdLoC permission to use my likeness in a photograph or video in any and all of its publications, including personal and promotional website entries, without payment or any consideration. I understand and agree that these materials will become the property of EdLoC and will not be returned.

I hereby irrevocably authorize EdLoC to edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish or distribute this photo/video for purposes of publicizing EdLoC programs or for any other lawful purpose. In addition, I waive the right to inspect or approve the finished product, including written or electronic copy, wherein my likeness appears. Additionally, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of the photograph.

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Cancellations & Refund Policy

If your cancellation is received prior to March 7, 2022, EdLoC will refund 50% of your registration fees.
In the event the 2022 National Convening is canceled, EdLoC will issue a full refund of registration fees. Should you test positive on-site or need to cancel due to a positive COVID-19 test prior to attending the convening, EdLoC will manage those refunds case by case

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I hereby hold harmless and release and forever discharge the Education Leaders of Color from all claims, demands, and causes of action which I, my heirs, representatives, executors, administrators, or any other persons acting on my behalf or on behalf of my estate have or may have by reason of this authorization. I am 21 years of age and am competent to contract in my own name. By checking the box below, I acknowledge I have read and agree to this policy and to this Release.

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