Advancing Inclusivity Through
Collaboration
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Dr. Nkenge Friday
ABOUT
A popular and sought-after DEI expert, Dr. Nkenge Friday has over 15 years of working with organizations, delivering inspiring addresses, transformational workshops and training, and consulting on policies and strategies that empower advancing sustainable diversity, equity, and inclusion practices.
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As a higher education scholar working as a senior DEI official within higher education, Nkenge received her BA from Tougaloo College, MA from the University of Oklahoma, MEd from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and Doctor of Education from Nova Southeastern University. She is a Qualified Administrator for the Intercultural Development Inventory.
TRAINING
Personable. Inspiring. Knowledgeable. These are all words used to describe the training and education delivered by Nkenge. She offers an expert approach to her training, engaging audiences through storytelling, individual discovery, and scenario building. Her approach leads participants through a journey of reflection, understanding, and applicable tools that impact climate, practice, and organizational advancement.
SPEAKING
A national diversity, equity, and inclusion thought leader, Nkenge has delivered thoughtful, transformational, and inspiring addresses. Nkenge uses her diverse experiences as a global educator and traveler to engage and relate. Her approach connects through storytelling, culture, and identity, bridging and adapting current trends to engage participants further on the diverse span of inclusivity and equity.
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CONSULTING
Working as a senior-level DEI official within several higher education institutions, Nkenge has become a sought-after expert on strategic planning, climate and organizational assessment, and organizational development. She uses innovative assessment methods and trend-based research to support organizational goals. Nkenge has consulted across sectors - education, large and small nonprofits, businesses, governmental agencies, and more. She delivers foundational expansive DEI support that is transformative and sustainable.
