Our Mission

To bring diverse people together to cultivate inclusive, engaged communities in Centre County.

History

Since 2001, the Community Diversity Group has led the effort to attract and retain a diverse group of individuals to share in fostering a community based on inclusion and equity. Our members include people from our community --- workers and retirees, businesses, educational institutions, government, and social services --- representing a myriad of ethnicities, religions, and perspectives. 

About

The Community Diversity Group is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) coalition with representatives from the citizens and businesses of Centre County, employees of Penn State, local governments, and community non-profit organizations. The CDG offers training, consulting, and a monthly calendar of diversity events. Your contributions are 100% tax-deductible and are used solely for the cost of training materials and workshops, hosting diversity-focused events, and publicity efforts designed to educate the community as to the significance of cultural sensitivity. All CDG members, including our Board of Directors, contribute on a volunteer basis.

What We Do! 

• Community Diversity Conference: Day-long conference with 200+ participants

• Annual Multicultural Unity Fair: Every Fall, we celebrate our rich diversity of cultures with activities, games, performances, and a resource fair.

• Cultural Corners: A partnership formed to hold Cultural Conversations and other community events to bring people together for in-depth sharing and understanding, celebration and friendship

• Customer Service Training: Enhancing Excellence in Customer Services workshops & seminars

• Cultural Empowerment of Women Luncheon Series: In partnership with AAUW, and United Way, the Borough of State College and others, provide educational and networking for women of all backgrounds

• Community Parties and Potlucks: Providing social networking opportunities for people to dance and eat together at our fun-filled multicultural events