REMLE 2025 - South Sound YMCA

REMLE 2025

October 30-31, 2025

Regional Emerging Multicultural Leadership Experience

Step into a transformative experience where connections spark growth and leadership thrives! Join us at the 2025 Regional Emerging Multicultural Leadership Conference (REMLE), where the theme “Strength in Connections” will inspire and empower emerging leaders.

Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from influential keynote speakers, engage in transformative workshops, and build meaningful connections through networking opportunities. Whether you are looking to expand your leadership skills, collaborate with like-minded individuals, or broaden your impact, REMLE provides the perfect platform to grow and thrive in a multicultural world. Don’t miss out on this chance to be a part of a community that values the strength that comes from diverse perspectives and shared experiences.

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Strengthen Your Connections at EMLE 2025

Collective Learning graphicCollaborative Learning
At REMLE, collaborative learning drives the experience, encouraging participants to engage in discussions, share perspectives, and tackle real-world challenges together.

 

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Leadership Development
By participating in workshops, discussions, and interactive sessions, attendees will develop and refine their leadership skills strengthening their capacity to lead and inspire.

 

Networking Opportunities
EMLE brings together individuals from different backgrounds, offering attendees the chance to network with like-minded peers, mentors, and industry leaders.

Event Details

REGISTRATION OPENS MAY 1, 2025

When: October 30-31, 2025

Where: Greater Tacoma Convention Center
1500 Commerce St, Tacoma, WA 98402

Registration Fees: 

  • Early Bird Registration: $90 through July 1
  • General Registration: $115 through October 1

Where to Stay: Stay tuned for hotel group rates

Who Should Attend?

  • Staff and volunteers of color from all levels and departments
  • Leadership staff interested in learning and expanding their ability to support BIPOC employees

Contact: Kyeshia Likely at likelyk@ssymca.net

Event Schedule

Thursday, October 30

2:30pm – Check-in
3:00pm – Event kickoff & Welcome
4:30pm – Workshops
6:00pm – Dinner

Friday, October 31

7:00am – Morning Fitness Activities
8:00am – Breakfast Buffet
9:00am – Welcome & Keynote
10:15am – Break
10:30am – Workshops Session 1
12:00pm – Lunch
1:00pm – Workshops Session 2
2:10pm – Break
2:30pm – Closing Session

Workshop Presenters

Interested in speaking at REMLE 2025? We invite thought leaders, educators, and professionals who are passionate about leadership development, diversity, and making an impact to contribute their expertise. Join us in shaping an inspiring and impactful experience for the next generation of changemakers and leaders.

Workshop Presenter Opportunity – October 30 & 31, 2025
This RFP is for individuals or teams interested in presenting a workshop during the 2025 REMLE experience.

  1. Thursday, October 30th, 2025 – 45min workshop
  2. Friday, October 31st, 2025 – 70min workshop

Workshops should focus on leadership development and include:

  • 35/60 minutes of content and facilitated exercises
  • 10 minutes for participant A&A or connection activities
  • A focus on engaging, culturally responsive, and inclusive learning

We encourage presenters to team up with a partner to lead the session collaboratively. Up to two presenters per workshop will be compensated on a base rate of $250 for their session.

Contact Sergio Garcia at garcias@ssymca.net

2024 Workshop Presenters

YMCA of the USA Scholarships

YMCA of the USA is offering a limited number of scholarships to cover Regional EMLE registration fees. Y employees are encouraged to apply!

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Community Partners

Does your business, organization, or agency want to make a real and sustained impact on the future of multicultural leaders in our community? We hope you’ll join us!

As a community partner, we invite you to join in this work. Partnership is more than sponsoring an event – it’s an investment in our shared values and common cause. We hope you see the value this work brings to your organization and our community. For more information about Community Partnership, contact Sarah Clinton at clintons@ssymca.net.

Become a Partner

Thank you to our 2024 Event Partners!