WEBINAR

Cultivating Inclusive Communities

Practical Strategies for Building a Culture of Belonging

A webinar for association board members, owners and professional managers.

     

     Tuesday, August 18, 2026

     1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

     Webinar recording available on-demand following live presentation.

      CAI Members     $35

      Non-Members   $60

 

     REGISTER

   

       Live program attendance is approved for 1 hour continuing education for CMCA recertification.

Presenter 

    Bridget Rose, Esq.

    Moriarty Bielan & Gamache LLC

 

 

 

Creating a welcoming and respectful community is an important responsibility of every condominium association.  Board members and managers play a critical role in fostering an environment where residents feel valued, heard, and treated fairly while ensuring their communities remain compliant with evolving legal and governance considerations.

This webinar will provide practical guidance on promoting inclusive community practices, strengthening board leadership, and understanding how recent legal and policy developments may affect diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within community associations.  

Creating communities where every resident feels welcomed, respected, and valued strengthens neighborhood relationships and supports effective governance.  Participants will take away practical strategies to foster belonging, navigate changing legal and public policy discussions, and reinforce their association's commitment to creating inclusive communities.

 

REGISTER

Please note our cancellation policy:

Registrations canceled up to 2 weeks prior to program date may be refunded less a $25 cancellation fee.  

No refunds will be issued for cancellations within 2 weeks of program date. 

QUESTIONS AND MORE INFORMATION

Why You Can't Afford to Miss This 

This session will help board members and managers create stronger communities by promoting fairness, respect, and a greater sense of belonging while navigating today's evolving legal landscape.

- Understand what diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging mean in the context of community associations.

- Learn why fostering an inclusive community benefits residents, volunteers, and association leadership.

- Explore practical strategies to create a culture of respect and belonging throughout the community.

- Recognize common barriers, biases, and behaviors that may unintentionally affect residents.

- Review best practices for boards and managers to promote equitable decision-making and community engagement.

- Gain practical tools for responding to questions or resistance surrounding diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.

- Discuss the potential impact of federal executive actions on associations and what they may mean for boards and managers.

- Learn about CAI's ongoing commitment to fostering welcoming communities through the Community Association Equality Pledge and other initiatives.