Facilitated a 90 min. virtual webinar and conversation with local sitting judges and community members around the topics of racial injustice and blind spots within the justice system. Defined goals for future collaborations to be addressed in Part II.

Provided two-hour virtual training sessions for the courts of Madison County on race, equity, inclusion, privilege, and the impact these play on the justice system. Sessions are sponsored by Circuit Court II and offered to all court employees.

Provided one-hour training for Strada staff and their affiliates on DEI topics with a focus on bias, microaggressions, BLM, privilege, power dynamics, and safe spaces for conversations on race.

Administered a two-day training retreat for non-profit leaders across the state of Indiana. The training focused on intentional sharing around the topics of race, racism, and religion. Participating leaders were paired with individuals of different ethnicities for this twenty-two-hour intensive session.

Unveiled the community strategy for developing a multifaceted race, equity, and inclusion group to tackle the disparities in the criminal/juvenile justice system. The presentation was for a group of diverse religious, racial, and socio-economic community leaders.

Mike's recent presentation, titled "Where Do We Go From Here? - Sustaining Spaces of Belonging," focused on the importance of creating spaces of belonging and implementing effective strategies to support student success. By highlighting the current landscape, major concerns impacting student success, and best practices, Mike has provided valuable insights and actionable solutions to enhance the college experience for all students.