About Us

The Diversity and Inclusion Professionals of Central Pennsylvania (“DIPCPA”) was created in 2008.  It was co-founded by Deborah D. Vereen and Frank Miles, who worked separately and together on DEIB initiatives for many years, each as employees of large for-profit corporations. Their intent was to create a resource group that brings regional professionals together to discuss the day-to-day implementation of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) initiatives within Central Pennsylvania.


Deborah D. Vereen


Frank Miles

Mission

Diversity Inclusion Professionals of Central Pennsylvania (DIPCPA) is devoted to enhancing and nurturing the cultural competencies of Central Pennsylvania’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) professionals.

Members will champion the relevancy and value of DEIB in a manner that is rooted in education, civility, humanity, and respect.

Values

  • Make a positive difference.

  • Hold ourselves accountable.

  • Establish and uphold a DEIB-safe environment.

  • Build community.

The Diversity and Inclusion Professionals of Central PA is a Project of The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC), fiscal sponsor.

The official registration and financial information of TFEC may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll free, within Pennsylvania, 1.800.732.0999. Registration does not imply endorsement. TFEC is registered in each requiring such registration for charitable solicitation.