POWER Prepares a Busy 2024 Women’s History Month

Exchange special emphasis program POWER (Promote Opportunities for Women by Effecting Results) is prepared for a busy 2024 Women’s History Month, including a lunch-and-learn with Dr. Brittany Anderson, assistant professor of urban education at University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

In accordance with this year’s theme, “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion,” Anderson will discuss the topic of “Teaching and Reaching through Everyday STEM Practices” at noon Central Time on March 19 over Microsoft Teams.

Anderson’s research centers on the lived experiences of Black girls and women in relation to their academic, social-emotional and occupational needs. Her book “Gifted Black Women Navigating the Doctoral Process” explores the experiences of Black women doctoral graduates. In 2022, Anderson received a $1 million grant from the National Science Foundation for her research on Black girls with a talent for science, technology, engineering and math in elementary schools nationwide.

Dr. Brittany Anderson, assistant professor of urban education at University of North Carolina at Charlotte, will be the guest speaker for a March 19 lunch and learn.

During the month, don’t forget to check out the March edition of the EEODI Digest for fun facts about women who advocate for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.

Also taking place at the Exchange during Women’s History Month:

• March 8: International Women’s Day; associates can submit team photos and post on the Exchange’s social media platforms with #EXCHANGEIWD2024.
• March 11-15:  Quote of the Day series with daily emails containing motivational quotes from famous women.
• March 25-29:  Women in History trivia contest and giveaways via email, with winners announced April 1.

POWER’s Executive Champions are Karen Cardin, Executive Vice President and Chief Merchandising Officer, and Ronny Rexrode, Western Region Senior Vice President. Sedric Thomas, Financial Operations Manager, is Program Manager and Jeannie Hall, Senior Corporate Policy Specialist, is Assistant Program Manager.

To learn more about POWER and other Exchange special emphasis programs, visit the Exchange HUB here. If you’d like to join a special emphasis program, click here to join.

To learn more about Women’s History Month, click here.