Learner Outcome

    Learn about how social and political trends in diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion impact the work of museums.
    Learn about best practices for building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive culture in your museum.
    Learn about strategies for leveraging cross-sector partnerships as a means for building capacity and achieving inclusion in museums.

Speakers
Presenter: Johnnetta Cole
Role: Presenter
Title: Executive Director
Organization: National Museum of African Art

Bio
Johnnetta Betsch Cole, director of the Smithsonian National Museum of African Art, is past president of the Association of Art Museum Directors. She received a doctorate in anthropology that focused on African Studies. Cole has been a professor and served as president of Spelman and Bennett Colleges. She has received numerous awards, including 67 honorary degrees.

Presenter: Makeba Clay
Role: Presenter
Title: Chief Diversity Officer
Organization: National Museum of African Art

Bio
Makeba L. Clay has worked in the field of higher education for the past 20 years at premiere educational institutions. She is a consultant with expertise in the areas of diversity and inclusion, strategic planning, leadership development, and organizational change. Ms. Clay formerly served as the Chief Diversity Officer at the Smithsonian National Museum of African Art.