The Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is the state law governing access by citizens of Virginia, and representatives of the media, to public records and to meetings of public bodies. FOIA provides that, with some specific exemptions and exceptions, …
The Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is the state law governing access by citizens of Virginia, and representatives of the media, to public records and to meetings of public bodies. FOIA provides that, with some specific exemptions and exceptions, …
To view a recording of this webinar, please click here. This course will train administrators and supervisors on the risks of drug and alcohol use by employees, the skills to recognize use of drugs and alcohol, the skills to confront an …
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Join VRSA’s Inclusion Resident Dr. Robin Stacia for a virtual discussion exploring how advancing and supporting diversity and inclusivity strengthens your teams and organization’s culture. This virtual training session will focus on how to integrate inclusion within your organization’s operations …
To view a recording of this presentation, please click here. A follow-up to VRSA’s 2021 Annual Meeting topic: A Leadership Imperative: Diversity and Inclusion, this virtual training session, led by Dr. Robin Stacia, VRSA’s Inclusion Resident, will explore how inclusivity …
VRSA’s final Inclusion Residency training session will provide participants with information on how to get started with their inclusion journey. Dr. Stacia will review: Where and how to get started; A five-step inclusivity strategy plan; How to understand concerns and …
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In this third 90-minute session of VRSA’s Inclusion Residency, Dr. Robin Stacia will provide an overview of inclusive leadership skills, focusing on core competencies that support inclusive and equitable leadership, including: Cultural Competence Courage Curiosity Communication Collaboration Conscious Culture Commitment …
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To view a recording of this presentation, please click here. During this second 90-minute session of VRSA’s Inclusion Residency, we will discuss diversity and inclusion as a leadership imperative. During this session, Dr. Stacia will help attendees: Identify the benefits and …
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To view a recording of this webinar, please click here. Join us for the first of four 90-minute training sessions as part of the VRSA Inclusion Residency. During this session, we will: Discuss and understand terms, research, and practices that are …
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To view a recording of this discussion, please click here. With warmer weather comes events, festivals and greater usage of our parks and playgrounds. At VRSA, we want to be here to help our members plan around bringing value to …
COVID-19 has substantially changed how municipal parks and recreation facilities and services operate. Unfortunately, there is not a one-size fits all template for how to best balance pandemic protections and citizen engagements. Each of our members that manages these types …