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SUMMARY:2026 DRIVE Coalition - Annual Summit
DESCRIPTION:The DRIVE Coalition Annual Summit brings together educators\, policymakers\, community leaders\, and advocates committed to strengthening North Carolina’s educator diversity pipeline. This yearly gathering creates space for shared learning\, strategic collaboration\, and collective action to advance the recruitment\, preparation\, support\, and retention of educators of color. \nThis convening is designed for K–12 educators\, higher education partners\, district leaders\, policy-makers\, community organizations\, and anyone committed to advancing equity through educator diversity. \nAdditional information and the link to register is forthcoming.
URL:https://floodcenter.org/event/2026-drive-coalition-annual-summit/
LOCATION:North Carolina Central University’s School of Education\, 700 Cecil Street\, Durham\, NC\, 27707\, US
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SUMMARY:Research Evidence Against Dismantling the U.S. Education Department: How to Strengthen Support for Students with Disabilities
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URL:https://floodcenter.org/event/research-evidence-against-dismantling-the-u-s-education-department-how-to-strengthen-support-for-students-with-disabilities/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T190000
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SUMMARY:ED Talks
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URL:https://floodcenter.org/event/ed-talks/
LOCATION:AB Technical Community Community College\, 340 Victoria Road\, Asheville\, North Carolina\, 28801
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T110000
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SUMMARY:Black Genius Fest 2026
DESCRIPTION:Black Genius Fest is an immersive day of culture\, creation\, and celebration. 
URL:https://floodcenter.org/event/black-genius-fest-2026/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T160000
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SUMMARY:2026 NC Child Hunger Leaders Conference in Asheville
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 NC Child Hunger Leaders Conference is an annual day of celebration and inspiration for anyone invested in making sure kids have access to healthy food at school and beyond. This year\, the conference is moving to ASHEVILLE for the first time! \n\n\n\nThe one-day event is presented by the Carolina Hunger Initiative and will take place Tuesday\, March 3\, 2026\, at legendary music venue The Orange Peel in Asheville. Attendees will grow their community of child hunger leaders from across the state\, hear new strategies and success stories\, and leave reenergized to continue the fight against child hunger.
URL:https://floodcenter.org/event/2026-nc-child-hunger-leaders-conference-in-asheville/
LOCATION:The Orange Peel in Asheville\, 101 Biltmore Avenue\, Asheville\, North Carolina\, 28801
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SUMMARY:Strength in Connection: Reaffirming Social & Emotional Competencies for Collective Action
DESCRIPTION:SEL Day is a global\, grassroots celebration of social and emotional learning to support children’s academic achievement and well-being.
URL:https://floodcenter.org/event/strength-in-connection-reaffirming-social-emotional-competencies-for-collective-action/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T110000
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SUMMARY:Strength in Connection: Reaffirming Social & Emotional Competencies for Collective Action (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:This interactive session invites educators\, leaders\, and advocates to reflect on and strengthen their own social and emotional competencies\, explore the current socio-political context impacting social and emotional learning\, and build strategies for individual and organizational resistance.
URL:https://floodcenter.org/event/strength-in-connection-reaffirming-social-emotional-competencies-for-collective-action-in-person/
LOCATION:Chapel Hill Public Library\, 100 Library Drive\, Chapel Hill\, NC\, 27514\, US
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SUMMARY:2026 Image Awards
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URL:https://floodcenter.org/event/2026-image-awards/
LOCATION:Martin Street Baptist Church\, 100 E. Martin Street\, Raleigh\, North Carolina\, 27601
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SUMMARY:10th Annual Let’s Talk Racism Conference: Curating Change: The Art of Activism in Education
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the 10th Annual Let’s Talk Racism Conference! Theme this year is Curating Change: The Art of Activism in Education. This event will occur Saturday\, March 21st from 9:00am – 4:00pm \, in Durham at North Carolina Central University. \n\n\n\nThe purpose of this event is to give K-12 educators and pre-service teachers an opportunity to engage in sessions centered on building liberatory\, culturally-affirming learning spaces that dismantle systemic racism in schools and beyond. While educators are the target audience\, we welcome all community members to participate.
URL:https://floodcenter.org/event/10th-annual-lets-talk-racism-conference-curating-change-the-art-of-activism-in-education/
LOCATION:North Carolina Central University
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SUMMARY:Spring 2026 Virtual Workshop Series: Understanding Child Minds
DESCRIPTION:The NC Center for Resilience & Learning is excited to invite all NC educators to our Spring 2026 Virtual Workshop Series: Foundations of Behavior Through a Trauma-Informed Lens. This free\, three-part series is designed specifically for North Carolina K-12 educators and staff looking for practical\, neuroscience-backed ways to support student needs. \n\n\n\nMark Your Calendars: \n\n\n\n\nApril 14: Understanding Child Minds (with Katie Peinovic)\n\n\n\n\nWhy Join Us? No Cost: Free for all NC public school educators. Flexible: Attend live (4:00–5:30 PM EST) or watch the recordings later. Earn Credits: Receive a certificate of completion for potential CEUs. \n\n\n\nRegistration is now open! Whether you join us live or just want the materials sent to your inbox\, make sure to save your spot below.
URL:https://floodcenter.org/event/spring-2026-virtual-workshop-series-understanding-child-minds/
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SUMMARY:2026 NCACC Student Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Association of County Commissioners’ (NCACC) 2nd Annual 100 Strong Productions Student Film Festival is seeking short film submissions that uplift North Carolina. Filmmakers are invited to share compelling\, creative stories that focus on North Carolina counties and local government. Submissions with these themes will receive special consideration for festival selection and awards. Students are encouraged to submit their film on FilmFreeway through March 9\, 2026. \n\n\n\nThe NCACC’s first student film festival featured entries from communities ranging from Rutherford to Halifax counties\, along with three film blocks\, a networking session and an awards ceremony. Organizers look forward to continuing to elevate student voices and to raise awareness about county government. \n\n\n\nThe 2026 film festival will take place on Saturday\, April 25\, at The Cary Theater in Cary. \n\n\n\nPlease reach out to 100strong@ncacc.org with any questions. For more information\, visit 100strongproductions.com/student-film-festival.
URL:https://floodcenter.org/event/call-for-entries-2026-ncacc-student-film-festival/
LOCATION:Cary Theater\, 122 East Chatham Street\, Cary\, North Carolina\, 27511
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SUMMARY:#TeachingInColor Summit
DESCRIPTION:CREED is hosting the 2026 #TeachingInColor Summit — a dynamic\, culture-rich gathering focused on empowering and uplifting educators. \n\n\n\nThis year’s summit will feature panels\, breakout sessions\, the annual Research Symposium\, and the Educators of the Year Awards. It’s an opportunity for educators to connect\, learn\, and celebrate the impact of their work.
URL:https://floodcenter.org/event/teachingincolor-summit/
LOCATION:West Charlotte High School\, 2219 Senior Drive\, Charlotte\, North Carolina\, 28216
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T090000
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SUMMARY:Leadership North Carolina
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are a prospective applicant or already connected to LNC\, we have important updates to share. As we head into the warmer months\, we are gearing up for the next group of LNC participants. The application for LNC Class 34 (2026-2027) will be open June 1 – June 24\, 2026. \n\nProspective Applicants\nIf you are considering an application to Leadership North Carolina’s Core Program\, we hope you will join one of our Virtual Information Sessions. \n\nRegistration is required through the button below. Sessions will be held on Zoom as follows:\n– Monday\, April 27\, 5:00 – 5:30 pm (registration closes April 24 at noon)\n– Wednesday\, April 29\, 9:00 – 9:30 am (registration closes April 28 at noon)\n\nCore Program Information Session Registration\nAlumni and Friends of LNC\nIf you are already connected with Leadership North Carolina\, we hope you’ll help spread the word about our upcoming application cycle. Please let those in your network know about the LNC opportunity. Encourage them to explore the links below\, and feel free to connect them with a member of our team through an email introduction.\n\nVisit https://leadershipnc.org/ \n\nto learn more about:\nLNC\nLNC Core Program Overview\nLNC Core Program Details
URL:https://floodcenter.org/event/leadership-north-carolina/
LOCATION:Virtual\, N/A\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27622\, US
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