Program Information

About PoCC
For 22 years, PoCC has provided people of color in independent schools a sanctuary and a “voice,” a means for support and networking, and a chance to celebrate their roles in independent schools. Speakers, affinity group work, and workshops inform and challenge participants. 

• People of Color in Leadership: Pathways and Programs to Success;
• Nurturing Our Soul: Self Care, Strategies for Success;
• Expanding Our Tool Box: Curricular and Professional Skills for Excellence;
• Building Inclusive Communities for People of Color: Programs and Initiatives to Strengthen People of Color in Independent Schools; and
• Exploring Racial/Ethnic Identities for People of Color: Our Many Journeys and Stages.

Student Diversity Leadership Conference (SDLC)
SDLC is a multiracial, multicultural gathering of upper school student leaders (grades 9—12) from around the country. SDLC focuses on self reflecting, forming allies, and building community. Led by a diverse team of trained adult and peer facilitators, participants will develop effective cross-cultural communication skills, better understand the nature and development of effective strategies for social justice, practice expression through the arts, and learn networking principles and strategies. In addition to large group sessions,  SDLC “family groups” and “home groups” allow for intense dialogue and sharing. SDLC and PoCC participants also interact in regional and intergenerational dialogue sessions.

Registration will open September 1, 2009.  Please stay tuned for further details

Sponsorship Opportunities
If you are interested in being a sponsor for the 2009 People of Color Conference and Student Diversity Leadership Conference please see our sponsorship brochure for further details.

Contact Information

Please contact our Member Services Center at (202) 973-9700.