“We all should know that diversity makes for a rich tapestry, and we must understand that all the threads of the tapestry are equal in value no matter what their color.” - Maya Angelou   I am so excited about this conversation because it came to be over fitness! I am once again competing in the 2022 Do More Charity Challenge, a charitable CrossFit event where teams compete on behalf of selected charities to win/raise funds for their charity- the purse is over $130K!! I am competing on one of the two Community Banks of Colorado Teams and our team will be competing for People of All Colors Succeed (POAC). POAC Succeed is working to close the gap between injustice and equality for all people to spark courageous conversations for change. SO, you know I was super excited to welcome the POAC Succeed team to the T&T mic to share their why, their journey, and what they are hoping to do in the future. This is an awesome conversation about athletes seeking purpose and putting all that energy back into their local communities. The POAC Succeed curriculum is unique and so needed in so many ways- life skills though sports, community, connection, and opportunity. If you are out there looking to make a change and help facilitate conversation and education about diversity and inclusion- this is the convo for you! AND you can come cheer on my team September 10th, 2022 at CrossFit Loop (Castle Rock, Colorado). Hope to see you there!   Highlights: Diversity and inclusion. Equality. Courageous conversations. Getting uncomfortable. Life skills through sports. Community and opportunity. To give is to receive. Seeking purpose and fulfillment. Personal journeys inspiring the professional ones. Resilience and faith and responsibility.   People of All Colors Succeed (POAC): At People of All Colors Succeed (POAC), we are helping students redefine what success looks like and what career paths are best for them. By integrating local businesses and partners within our educational curriculum, we give students access to local expertise and knowledge and offer businesses with a deep talent pool of qualified team members from day one. Our mission is to build diverse communities grounded in understanding, acceptance and inclusion, and a future free from biases. Our Vision: People of All Colors Succeed is a community partner and pillar for change in Kansas City. We work with schools and businesses to empower individuals to help identify inequities that exist and provide opportunities for our youth in our Real World Learning program. Our goal for the next generation is to learn acceptance of others and encourage courageous conversations for change. Through understanding, open dialogue and inclusion, we can build healthier communities and a brighter future. https://www.poacsucceed.com/ @poac_succeed   Connect with T&T: IG: @TurmericTequila Facebook: @TurmericAndTequila Website: www.TurmericAndTequila.com   Host: Kristen Olson IG: @Madonnashero Tik Tok: @Madonnashero Website: www.KOAlliance.com