What is this about?

From corporate hiring practices to university policies and government programs, DEI efforts have been both praised as necessary progress and criticized as ideological overreach. While supporters argue that these initiatives promote fairness and opportunity, opponents raise concerns about unintended consequences and divisiveness.

How do DEI programs impact workplaces, education, and communities? Are they achieving their intended goals, need to be reformed, or eliminated altogether? Join us as we navigate these important questions through personal stories, expert insights, and civil discussion.

Why come to this event?

Broaden your perspective and gain valuable insights from experts who are leading on important issues in the state. Connect with leading voices and join a vibrant community dedicated to fostering meaningful dialogue and driving positive change.

What is Arizona Talks?

We are a nonpartisan nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing civic engagement by making valuable civil dialogue accessible to the public. We create experiences for Arizonans to learn, discuss, and connect over our country’s most challenging issues.

If you believe that civil and substantive discussion is essential to preserving a free and democratic society, we invite you to join us! By donating or becoming a member, you help sustain our mission to provide a public forum for open inquiry, fact-based analysis, and respectful, impactful dialogue in Arizona.