Circle of Hope is a FREE support group for Black mothers, led by skilled facilitators. Come build community with parents you can relate to – we're stronger together!

Also available via Zoom! Mesmin Destin, associate professor in the Department of Psychology and School of Education and Social Policy at Northwestern University, will discuss significant advances in psychological science that have provided insight on how to best support the achievement and well-being of students from a diverse range of backgrounds. Destin is also a […]

Join us for a conversation with Joseph Holt Jr., the first Black student to challenge Raleigh's school system following the passing of Brown v. Board of Education, and Dr. Dudley E. Flood, a retired educator and state-level administrator who was instrumental in leading the desegregation efforts in North Carolina schools. Holt and Flood will recount […]

2024 Equity in Education Summit hosted by Western Carolina University’s College of Education and Allied Professions. This year’s theme is Reclaiming Joy in Our Schools! At this two-day gathering, educators, and educational scholars from the western region of North Carolina and beyond will share the ways in which they are reclaiming and cultivating joy through […]

The Science for All Summit is a community convening to advance inclusion, diversity, equity, and access (IDEA) in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The purpose of the Summit is to engage educators, practitioners, researchers, thought leaders, and other change agents in conversation and knowledge building around emerging issues and innovative strategies […]

Join us to hear from New York Times bestselling author, and Professor of Law, Adam Benforado, as he offers a sharp indictment of America’s mistreatment of children and a bold agenda for placing youth rights at the center of policymaking. We have an ability unparalleled in human history to ensure the well-being of kids, but […]

Student-focused conversation about what safety and wellness looks like for Black and Brown children in school and in their communities. Our children are brilliant and have valuable personal insights to share; yet they’ve shared that they often feel unheard.

EPiC’s Special Education Summit will address the intersections of race and learning disabilities with an engaging parent panel, breakout sessions, and a nationally renowned keynote speaker to support Black children and families. We're thrilled to welcome Tiffany Hammond of Fidget and Fries, NYT best-selling author of "A Day Without Words" as our keynote speaker. She […]

EPiC is the non-profit parent empowerment and advocacy organization that supports the work of the Circle of Hope initiatives throughout the Durham community, along with other programs. Our support is building capacity for Black parents and families, offering safe space for connection and sharing challenges, and working towards solutions to be able to show up […]

The caucus annual retreat that will be held the October 3-5 2024. The event will be over the 3 days and we would like to spotlight The Flood Center as our Keynote presenters this years. We would like for your presentation to be on Thursday October 3rd during the lunch or right after.10