Fostering Belonging: Creating Supportive Environments

9:00 am - 10:15 am Cardinal Creek

Belonging is more than just fitting in; it’s about being recognized, valued, and feeling safe within a community. 

This workshop goes beyond basic diversity training. Participants will explore the essence of belonging, learning practical strategies to foster connection within their organizations and communities.

Session Takeaways:

  • A deep understanding of how to craft environments where everyone feels seen and heard

  • Equipped with actionable strategies to support diverse communities, model positive behaviors, and lead with empathy and compassion, contributing to a broader movement towards more connected and supportive communities.

Patrick Ripberger
Mezzo Solutions

Patrick Ripberger has spent over a decade working on grassroots Public Health and corporate initiatives. Patrick has a passion for assisting organizations and communities in finding simple solutions to complex problems by showing up to help and teaching others to do the same. Patrick is a lifelong learner with a Master of Public Health from Purdue University, and a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Indiana University East.

This session is sponsored by Estep Burkey Simmons, LLC.