The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio

06/11/2026

Today, our President & CEO, Mark Swaim Fox, joined Danita Harris on WKYC Channel 3 - Cleveland for an important conversation about the current state of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) and the work happening every day at The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio.

At a time when these conversations are more important than ever, we remain committed to building communities where everyone feels valued, respected, and connected.

The full segment will be released on Monday. Stay tuned to hear more about our mission, our impact, and why belonging matters.

06/04/2026

Join us for An Artful Night with LeadDIVERSITY as we bring together LeadDIVERSITY alumni, current participants, and friends of The Diversity Center for an evening of connection and community.

Enjoy: A special curated tour of Progressive's corporate art collection, food and drinks, raffle baskets, and networking with leaders from across Northeast Ohio

Whether you're a LeadDIVERSITY alum or simply passionate about building inclusive communities, this is a wonderful opportunity to reconnect and expand your network.

July 9, 2026
5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Progressive Insurance
300 North Commons Blvd
Mayfield, OH 44143

Reserve your spot today:
https://diversitycenterneo.org/events/night-with-leaddiversity/

06/03/2026

Join us for Pride in the Cle and sign up to volunteer for a shift at our information table! 🌈Engage folks with our trivia and prize wheel station, celebrate community, and enjoy some fun in the sun while sharing about the workshops, consulting, and leadership opportunities that we offer to schools, organizations, and community groups all over Northeast Ohio. ✨

We still have some afternoon volunteer shifts available. Students can receive documentation of community service hours (an adult must accompany middle school students). https://app.unison.io/schedules/2RSvPU74wVkRFWb70Djbsc

05/06/2026

Only 3 days left until The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio’s Community Festival & Walk!

Join us this Saturday at the Great Lakes Science Center for a morning of community, connection, family fun, and celebration.

FREE admission to the Great Lakes Science Center
Discount admission to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Community Walk
Entertainment & activities
Community partners & giveaways
Raffles and more

Every registration helps support The Diversity Center’s School & Youth Programming and our mission to create communities where everyone belongs.

Saturday, May 9, 2026
Check-in begins at 7:30 AM
Great Lakes Science Center

Register today and help us spread the word!
https://conta.cc/4uzE40x

04/30/2026

We are proud to recognize our Media Sponsors, 93.1 WZAK Cleveland, Z1079 Cleveland, and La Mega Cleveland for their partnership in supporting The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio’s Community Festival & Walk.

Through their platforms, our message reaches communities across Northeast Ohio—helping us elevate the importance of connection, inclusion, and belonging.

We are grateful for their role in ensuring this event not only brings people together, but also reaches them where they are.

Join us on May 9, 2026, at the Great Lakes Science Center.

Learn more and register:
https://diversitycenterneo.org/events/communityfestivalandwalk/

04/27/2026

Join us for a day of connection, celebration, and community at The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio’s Community Festival & Walk!

Saturday, May 9, 2026
Great Lakes Science Center Plaza
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Bring your family, friends, and colleagues for a morning walk followed by a festival filled with:

Family fun & games
Face painting & balloon artists
Community partners
…and so much more!

This event supports our School & Youth Programming, helping us continue to empower young people and build communities where everyone belongs.

Register or learn more: https://diversitycenterneo.org/events/communityfestivalandwalk/

Let’s move from intention to action—together.

04/27/2026

We are proud to recognize our Partner Sponsors, Cleveland Guardians, Great Lakes Science Center, and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, for their collaboration and support of The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio’s Community Festival & Walk.

Through their partnership, we are able to enhance the experience for our community—bringing unique opportunities, engaging activities, and meaningful connections to this special day.

These partnerships reflect a shared commitment to strengthening Northeast Ohio and creating spaces where everyone feels a sense of belonging.

Join us on May 9, 2026, and experience it all at the Great Lakes Science Center.

Learn more and register:
https://diversitycenterneo.org/events/communityfestivalandwalk/

04/23/2026

We are proud to recognize and thank our Gold Sponsors—Applied Industrial Technologies, Benesch, KeyBank, and Thompson Hine LLP—for their generous support of The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio’s Community Festival & Walk.

Their collective commitment to strengthening our community helps make this event possible—bringing together individuals, families, and organizations to celebrate connection, inclusion, and belonging.

Because of their partnership, we are able to continue advancing our School & Youth Programs and expanding our impact across Northeast Ohio.

We are truly grateful for their leadership and investment in building a more inclusive community.

Join us on May 9, 2026, at the Great Lakes Science Center.

Learn more and register:
https://diversitycenterneo.org/events/communityfestivalandwalk/

04/22/2026

We are proud to recognize Mark Swaim Fox, President and CEO of The Diversity Center, for his leadership and participation in this year’s Yom HaShoah commemoration, “From Trauma to Transformation: The Enduring Impact of the Holocaust Across Generations.”

As Vice Chair of the Ohio Holocaust & Genocide Memorial and Education Commission, Mark joined community leaders in honoring the lives, stories, and resilience of Holocaust survivors—while reinforcing the critical importance of education for future generations.

“Too many students still don’t really know this history in a meaningful way… the responsibility shifts to all of us.”

Moments like these remind us that remembrance is not only about the past—it is a call to action to build a more inclusive and informed future.

Read more: https://www.clevelandjewishnews.com/news/local_news/never-forget-the-enduring-impact-of-the-holocaust/article_f42cb71d-f61d-4016-83db-deb631f3e521.html

Holocaust survivor Erika Gold of Beachwood scanned the crowd of over 500 people gathered at Congregation Miskhan Or in Beachwood on April 13 for the Yom Hashoah V’Hagvurah commemoration and

04/22/2026

We are proud to recognize our Platinum Sponsor, Parker Hannifin, for their commitment to innovation, leadership, and community impact.

Their partnership helps bring The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio’s Community Festival & Walk to life—creating a space where individuals, families, and organizations can come together to celebrate connection, inclusion, and belonging.

Through their support, we are able to continue advancing our School & Youth Programs and expanding our reach across Northeast Ohio.

We are grateful for Parker Hannifin’s continued investment in building stronger, more inclusive communities.

Join us on May 9, 2026 at the Great Lakes Science Center.

Learn more and register:
https://diversitycenterneo.org/events/communityfestivalandwalk/