ICLS 2026: Inclusive
Cultural Leadership Summit
A premier gathering of leaders, changemakers, and community advocates dedicated to advancing equity, belonging, and cultural competence across Delaware.
Tickets: $35 - $100
Featured Sessions
Deep dive into our signature panels and keynote address
Beyond Burnout
Retention, Well-Being, and the Cultures That Make People Stay
Panel Focus
In an era of unprecedented workforce challenges, this panel explores the critical connection between employee well-being and organizational success. Discover how leading organizations are moving beyond reactive burnout responses to build proactive cultures of care, belonging, and sustainable engagement. Learn practical strategies to retain your best talent while fostering environments where everyone can thrive.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify early warning signs of burnout and implement proactive prevention strategies
- Design workplace cultures that prioritize employee well-being without sacrificing productivity
- Develop retention strategies rooted in authentic belonging and psychological safety
- Learn from real-world case studies of organizations that have successfully transformed their cultures
Expert Panelists
Dr. Sarah Jenkins
Chief Wellness Officer
HealthFirst Delaware
Leading organizational strategies for employee well-being and mental health support systems.
Marcus Thorne
Director of People & Culture
TechForward Inc.
Expert in building inclusive workplace cultures that prioritize retention and psychological safety.
Elena Rodriguez
Organizational Psychologist
Mindful Workplaces
Specializing in burnout prevention and resilience training for high-stress environments.
David Chen
VP of Human Resources
Global Solutions
Advocate for flexible work policies and sustainable productivity models.
Trust and Access
Equity, Belonging, and Closing Gaps Across Systems
Panel Focus
True equity requires more than good intentions—it demands systemic change. This panel examines how leaders across Delaware are dismantling barriers, building trust with communities that have been historically excluded, and creating systems that ensure everyone has genuine access to opportunities and resources. From healthcare to education to economic development, discover how to translate equity commitments into measurable impact.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the systemic barriers that create and perpetuate inequities across healthcare, education, and social services
- Implement evidence-based strategies to build trust with historically marginalized communities
- Design programs and policies that center equity and belonging from the ground up
- Measure and track progress toward closing opportunity and outcome gaps in your organization
Expert Panelists
Rev. Dr. James Wilson
Community Liaison
Interfaith Alliance
Building bridges between faith communities and social services to improve access.
Maria Gonzalez
Executive Director
Latino Community Center
Championing language access and culturally competent care for immigrant families.
Dr. Aisha Johnson
Policy Analyst
Equity Institute
Researching systemic barriers in education and healthcare to drive policy change.
Robert Fields
Civic Engagement Lead
Vote Delaware
Empowering underrepresented communities to participate in local governance.
Maternal Health Equity
Protecting Black Mothers and Advancing Respectful Care
Why This Matters
Black mothers in America are three to four times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than white mothers—a crisis that demands immediate action. This spotlight panel centers the voices and experiences of those most affected while exploring systemic solutions to ensure every mother receives respectful, dignified, and life-saving care. This is not just a healthcare issue—it's a matter of justice, equity, and our collective humanity.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the critical disparities in maternal health outcomes for Black mothers and the root causes
- Learn evidence-based interventions that are saving lives and improving birth experiences
- Explore the role of respectful, patient-centered care in reducing maternal mortality and morbidity
- Discover how healthcare systems, policymakers, and communities can collaborate to advance maternal health equity
Expert Panelists
Dr. Keisha Thomas
OB/GYN Specialist
Women's Health Center
Dedicated to reducing maternal mortality rates through patient-centered care.
Nurse Sarah Miller
Certified Midwife
Birth Justice Collective
Advocating for holistic and respectful birthing experiences for all mothers.
Linda Williams
Public Health Advocate
Healthy Moms, Healthy Babies
Community organizer focused on maternal health education and support networks.
Dr. Emily Carter
Researcher
University of Delaware
Studying the impact of social determinants of health on maternal outcomes.
Secure Your Spot
Join us for this transformative experience. Space is limited, so please register early.