At the Westerville Community Culture Celebration, dynamic speakers with unique backgrounds and experiences will share stories that unite and inspire our community. As the world grows smaller and the population of our country is becoming increasingly diverse, the dynamics of Westerville are shifting. The purpose of this celebration is to have an open dialogue to educate and promote cultural awareness throughout our community and in our daily lives.

Keynote speakers will present their life experiences and answer questions. The youth of our community will discuss daily obstacles they face in addition to their participation in Challenge Day. This forum will build cultural bridges, break down biases and promote peace, acceptance, inclusion and one humanity.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
1-1:45 p.m. Sofiya Karpovich, Holocaust survivor
2-2:45 p.m. Participants of the Westerville Schools Challenge Day
3-3:45 p.m. Bishop Joey Johnson, Understanding Implicit Bias
4-4:45 p.m. Bol Eweng, Sudanese artist and inspiration speaker

Lotts of Tales storyteller, Teri Lott, will share stories from around the world every half hour on the hour for children four year old and older.

Booths will display art, crafts and wares from various cultures.

Food samples will be provided by Fiesta Jalisco.