The 2024 Trailblazers of Color Leadership Conference (TOCLC) theme is “Looking Back to Look Forward,” marking a decade of commitment to empowering gender-diverse individuals of color across the Five Colleges, Western Massachusetts, and beyond. The TOCLC has provided a space to celebrate the lives and accomplishments of gender-diverse individuals of color through opening dialogues and raising consciousness on issues relating to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, class, etc.
This year we show appreciation for the efforts that preceded us. From the contributions of alum such as Quanita Hailey ‘14, who founded the conference in tribute to her aunt, in collaboration with other students of color, to the ongoing efforts of current faculty members and students who continue to push our community forward. This year’s Trailblazers of Color Leadership Conference works to honor the legacy of those who laid the foundation and actively worked toward the advancement and betterment of our community.
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The SGA Students of Color Committee prides itself on creating spaces where students can continue to question, challenge and cultivate their minds in order to advance personal growth, commitment, and social advocacy for historically underrepresented communities. In addition, we strive to encourage open dialogues and raise consciousness about issues and intersections prevalent in modern-day society regarding race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and many more identities. We aim to meet these goals by continuing to open the event to all individuals. The primary audience is self-identifying women and gender minorities of color age 9th grade and up from the Five Colleges, the Western Massachusetts, and beyond.
Coordinated in collaboration with the Division of Student Life, the Office of Community and Belonging and the Weissman Center for Leadership and co-sponsored by the Five College Consortium, UMASS Women of Color Leadership Network, and various Mount Holyoke departments and student organizations.
Sat, Apr 6, 2024 9am to 10am
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Come pick up your registration packet which includes a TOCLC tote bag, pen, notebook, and other goodies while enjoying a continental breakfast.
Sat, Apr 6, 2024 10am to 10:20am
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Celebrating 10 years of service to Mount Holyoke, Five College, Western Massachusetts and beyond, this year’s Opening Plenary Session will honor and reflect on the previous conferences, its...
Sat, Apr 6, 2024 12:30pm to 1:30pm
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Jhumka Jhumka is Mount Holyoke College's oldest fusion dance team, combining Bollywood, Hip-Hop and more styles of dance to create dynamic and entertaining performances. Jhumka passionately...
Sat, Apr 6, 2024 2:30pm to 3:30pm
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During the POC (People of Color) Business Expo, conference attendees will have the opportunity to connect with businesses owned by people of color or organizations which serve people of color while...
Sat, Apr 6, 2024 3:30pm to 4pm
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Sabina Miezah ’24- “Pushing the Grain to Move Forward”
Sat, Apr 6, 2024 4pm to 4:20pm
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This will be your last time to purchase items prior to the Closing Plenary Session. Please ensure all purchasing and transactions are completed by 4:20 pm. During the POC (People of Color)...
Sat, Apr 6, 2024 4:30pm
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Doors Open at 4 pm Free and Open To the Public (registration is not required) Daughter of Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz, award-winning author, educator and producer Dr. Ilyasha Shabazz delivers...
Sat, Apr 6, 2024 6pm
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For invited registered conference attendees only.
