Carliss Chatman
Associate Professor, Washington and Lee University School of Law
Founder and CEO of Breakthroughs Psychological Services
Black Future Leaders Experience Conference October 24, 2020
Mission Statement
The purpose of Black FLEX is to provide a space for young, thriving black scholars to cultivate the most distinguished versions of themselves. As the black leaders of today, we strive to promote leadership, individuality and self-discovery, in order to better our tomorrow.
Theme: The Black Playbook
The theme for this year's Black FLEX conference is The Black Playbook. Come and learn the plays that you'll need in your playbook to help you win the game of life. The wide array of panelists and speaker-led discussions will aid you in becoming your own MVP, ready to take on the challenges of everyday Black life. This year we will be discussing identity, mental health, and financial literacy, along with many other survival tactics that will ensure that you are in the best shape for game day. This is definitely the game that you won't want to miss. This virtual leadership conference is hosted by the Student Association for Black Unity at Washington & Lee University.
Speakers
Renita Gabriel
Amber Cooper
Assistant Director of Admissions, Washington and Lee University
Khyree Davis
PhD candidate, University of Texas at Austin
Sybil Prince Nelson
Assistant Professor of Mathematics, Washington and Lee University
Michael Hill
Professor of Africana Studies, Washington and Lee University
Nneka Dennie
Assistant Professor of History, Washington and Lee University
Elicia Cowins
Assistant Professor of Accounting, Washington and Lee University
Topics
Time to be Selfish
The weight of the world is not yours to wield. It's time to be selfish and prioritize yourself. This session not only focuses on the importance of maintaining a healthy mind but teaches you techniques on how to practice mindfulness, positivity, and putting yourself first.
Unapologetically Intersectional
Come learn how to empower yourself through embracing all of your identities. This session will equip you to maintain your newfound confidence in who you are by introducing tools and resources to help lay foundation for your future.
Code-Switching
Many can agree the way you greet your friends is not always identical to the way you greet individuals in professional settings. We are subconsciously code-switching, but what exactly does code switching mean? Come learn what it means to both navigate and thrive in predominantly white spaces while staying true to your identity.
Protecting Your Black Coinz
Money and financial wealth is essential in this rapidly growing economy. The black dollar is crucial, and you deserve to know how and when to properly save your money. Come and learn about stocks, how to properly build your credit, FICA and a multitude of other resources to build your financial wealth and health. We're always trying to ‘chase the bag' but let's make sure that we're doing it properly and building generational wealth along the way.
Sponsors
Student Association for Black Unity, Division of Student Affairs, Alumni Engagement Office, Office of Inclusion and Engagement.
FAQs
How much will the conference cost?
This virtual conference is free for everyone.
How long will the conference last?
The conference will be approximately three hours and forty minutes. Check the schedule for more information.
Additional questions?
Contact Lauryn McCray at mccrayl22@mail.wlu.edu or Tammi Simpson at tsimpson@wlu.edu.