The Centerville-Washington Diversity Council (CWDC) invites local businesses and community organizations to partner with us in making our community welcoming, inclusive, and accessible to all. Partners will have the opportunity to display a CWDC window or front-door decal—signifying to customers, residents, and visitors that your establishment values diversity and strives to create an environment where […]

Co-sponsored by ContempoRoast Coffee and Roastery, our next Voices and Stories program highlights immigrant journeys. Join us for a meaningful conversation with local immigrants who will share their unique journeys and experiences. Together, we’ll explore themes of starting over and building belonging, including stories of immigration, naturalization, workforce integration, and ways our communities can become more […]

Date: June 18, 2025 Time: 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Location: Kennard Nature Nook 6588 McEwen Rd., Centerville This Voices and Stories program presented by the Centerville-Washington Diversity Council will host a panel who will focus on local LGBTQ+ individuals and the unique challenges presented by the intersection of their queer identities with other aspects of […]

Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026Time: 6:00-7:00 pmLocation: Safari Treasures, 5785 Far Hills Ave, 45429 (Royal Swiss Village) Join us at Safari Treasures, a locally owned boutique in Centerville, for an inspiring cultural experience centered on craftsmanship, connection, and community. Owner Sandra Simi will share her personal journeys sourcing handcrafted baskets and home décor from artisans […]

Date: February 10, 2026 Time: 7:00 - 8:00 pm Location: Centerville Police Station Community Room, 155 W Spring Valley Rd., Centerville Join us for our Annual Meeting to elect leadership team members (if required), approve any by-law changes, and approve the 2026-27 FY budget. Hear about the latest work of the Council from our Committee […]

Centerville-Washington Diversity Council (CWDC) Scholarship Program: The CWDC is proud to offer students graduating high school in 2026 one $2,000 scholarship for a selected student to use at any accredited 2-4 yr college or university.  The CWDC is also offering one scholarship, not to exceed $500, for a selected student to use at any trade school. For all of the […]

24th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast  Monday, January 19, 20267:30 - 9:00 AM Golf Club at Yankee Trace, 10,000 Yankee Street, Centerville. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations was the keynote speaker for the 24th annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Breakfast hosted by the Centerville Washington Diversity Council. Her topic […]

Whether you're a longtime supporter or brand new to the Centerville-Washington Diversity Council, we invite you to our upcoming Membership Meeting! Date: August 28, 2025Time: 6:30-7:30 PMLocation: Woodbourne Library Community Room, 6060 Far Hills Ave. Our guest speaker is Paul Strozier, Multifaith Campus Chaplain and Adjunct Instructor in Religion for Sinclair Community College. He will provide […]

Date: June 18, 2025 Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pm Location: Bock Family Brewing, 8150 Washington Village Drive, Dayton, OH 45458 Event Hashtags: #EqualityMatters #LGBTQPrideMonth This panel discussion aims to bring together diverse voices to explore the ongoing challenges faced by the LGBTQIA+ community, examine the importance of allyship, and discuss effective ways to foster inclusivity […]

Join us on Zoom for the General Membership Meeting May 8, 2025, 6:30 - 7:30 pm for an update on Diversity Council activities and hear from Chelsea Cozad, Executive Manager for Impact and Museum Initiatives at the Dayton International Peace Museum! Zoom Link: Centerville-Washington DiversityCouncil is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: CWDC […]