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DEI & the City with Audrey Kennis, Director of Human Services & Inclusion for the City of West Des Moines

DEI & the City with Audrey Kennis, Director of Human Services & Inclusion for the City of West Des Moines

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Audrey Kennis, the Human Services and Inclusion Director for the City of West Des Moines, shares her journey from Denver, Colorado to Iowa and her experiences at Clarke University. She discusses the culture shock she experienced in Iowa and the microaggressions she faced as a Black woman.

Audrey's story highlights the importance of embracing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of life. The conversation explores the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and the need to understand and respect different cultures and perspectives. It highlights the role of DEI in higher education and the efforts of institutions to promote diversity.

The conversation concludes with a call to action for individuals to get involved and make a difference in their communities.


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