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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
At ULI, we are committed to pursuing unrelenting efforts to shape the built environment toward diverse, equitable, inclusive communities.
Join us October 30–November 2 at the DEI events at the 2023 Fall Meeting in Los Angeles!
Networking Opportunities, Tours, Sessions, and Special Programs:
October 30 | 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
The Pathways to Inclusion Tour highlights assets that have been developed by BIPOC or Female individuals. This tour is for Pathways to Inclusion members only.
October 30 | 12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
The Pathways to Inclusion networking lunch is for Pathways to Inclusion Cohorts and CBRE mentors that attended the Pathways to Inclusion tour.
ULI & The National Black CRE Consortium Present: The Mixer
October 30 | 4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
The National Black CRE Consortium is a network of CRE organizations dedicated to bringing together our members to generate economic development in our communities and advancement in the industry. Our inaugural gathering will be held during the 2023 ULI Fall Meeting. We understand the significance of gathering and aspire to utilize the power of our ecosystem to enhance opportunities for our members. The National Black CRE Consortium is made up of African-American Real Estate Professionals of Los Angeles (AAREP LA), African-American Real Estate Professionals of District of Columbia (AAREP DC), Black Developers Forum, and Project REAP – The Real Estate Associate Program.
The Lounge Hosted by the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
October 31-November 2 | 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee has thoughtfully curated a DEI Lounge designed to foster networking, meaningful connections, and breaks during Fall Meeting. The lounge offers a cozy retreat where you can unwind, share experiences, and exchange insights with other like-minded peers to enrich your Fall Meeting experience.
LGBTQ Lunch/Panel and Project Tour
October 31 | 12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
This event is a special program that will feature an expert panel of design and urban planners who specialize in design for the LGBTQ+ community. Immediately following the panel, we will take a tour of LA’s most prominent LGBTQ+ sites.
October 31 | 5:30 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
The LGBTQ+ mixer is an opportunity for individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ and allies to come together and celebrate a culture of belonging and inclusion.
November 1 | 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Learn from some of the top district councils, as DEI and WLI leaders share their unique projects and programs from the past year. Members will present both their successes and lessons learned. This session provides a space to share ideas, skills, and strategies to shape future programming and create meaningful connections and community within ULI.
DEI Impact Stories Hosted by the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
November 1 | 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
The Reception hosted by the DEI Committee
November 1 | 4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
We invite you to join us for the Fall Meeting Reception hosted by the ULI Americas Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. This reception is a time to build connections and engage with like minded peers over wine and hors d’oeuvres.
November 1 | 7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
This exclusive dinner is for pathways to inclusion members and their CBRE mentors.
Together We Dine Hosted by the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
November 1 | 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
DEI Impact at ULI
ULI’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategy
We readily acknowledge that past real estate and land use decisions have contributed to community divisiveness and racial inequality. We believe that current and future industry actions can remedy mistakes and foster unity. We also believe that the best way to effect change within the industry is for ULI to lead by example.
Our organization, and indeed our industry, must look more like the communities we serve. This means increasing the number of Black people and other people of color who are members of ULI as well as who are in leadership positions within the organization. It also means increasing the number of Black people and other people of color who serve on ULI’s staff.
In addition, we are strengthening our support of programs, policies and practices that increase DEI, and we are raising awareness among our members about these efforts so they can guide our progress and build momentum for program expansions.
Those interested in joining the DEI conversation at ULI are invited to join the DEI Community, an online “neighborhood” for ULI members and staff to share real-time communication about DEI efforts from the Institute and our members and member networks, and for community members to post relevant articles and resources, ask questions, and start conversations on topics of interest.
These are just some of the many ways ULI is striving to be better and do better, so that our Institute will continue to lead the real estate industry in creating the thriving, equitable communities that we, our children, and grandchildren deserve.
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ULI’s Building Healthy Places Social Equity Resource Hub
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