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Decoding the EOs on DEIA: What Nonprofits Should Know
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Free for DANA Members
In light of recent Executive Orders (EOs) on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA), nonprofits must stay informed and proactive to ensure compliance and protect their missions. Offered exclusively to DANA members, this webinar is designed to equip nonprofit leaders with the tools to navigate evolving DEIA regulations. It will also help leaders understand the key differences between federal and Delaware laws—especially in terms of compliance, implementation, and potential funding implications.
Join Lauren P. DeLuca, Employment & Labor attorney, and Chanta Wilkinson, J.D., DEI consultant, as they unpack the latest EOs, outline legal and funding risks, and share actionable strategies to help nonprofits address DEIA issues while staying mission-focused.
Ideal for nonprofit leaders, board members, and decision-makers, this session offers practical guidance for navigating federal funding requirements and strengthening DEI initiatives.
A live Q&A will follow the presentation, offering attendees the chance to engage directly with the experts.
Panelists:
Lauren P. DeLuca
Government Law, Labor and Employment Law
Partner, Connolly Gallagher LLP
Lauren represents individuals as well as businesses, non-profit corporations, and government entities in their employment-related and other matters before administrative agencies (such as the Delaware Department of Labor – Office of Anti-Discrimination and the Division of Unemployment Insurance, the Delaware Human Relations Commission, the Delaware Division of Professional Regulations, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and the National Labor Relations Board), federal court, and the Delaware state courts. She also advises clients regarding personnel policies and handbooks and helps clients navigate personnel issues, including hiring and separation of employees.
Lauren has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star from 2017 to present, a Delaware Today Top Lawyer in Employment Law for Employees and Employers, and a Best Lawyers in America – One to Watch.
Chanta Wilkinson, J.D.
Founder of Chanta Wilkinson Consulting, LLC
Chanta Wilkinson is the founder of Chanta Wilkinson Consulting, LLC where she provides diversity, equity and inclusion consulting and assistance to organizations implementing diversity, equity and inclusion strategies and best practices.
She previously served as a Human Resources Consultant for small to mid-size businesses in Delaware and New York City. Prior to that, she served as the Associate Director of EEO/AA for Kings County Hospital in Brooklyn. In addition, she also served as a Deputy Attorney General and an EEO/Affirmative Action Coordinator for the New Jersey Office of Attorney General and as an Associate at a large New Jersey law firm.
She holds a J.D. from Rutgers University School of Law, a BA from Rutgers College and a Diversity & Inclusion for HR Certificate from Cornell University.
Facilitated by:
Hannah Kimani
Engagement Manager, DANA
Hannah Kimani brings a passion for the nonprofit sector and extensive experience in membership engagement and community outreach with Delaware-based organizations. She has also led DEI initiatives in humanities-focused organizations, with a focus on underserved communities. A proud University of Delaware alumna, Hannah pursued a degree in Psychology with a minor in Sociology and is committed to fostering inclusive environments in support of nonprofits.