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Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA) Affinity Group - May 2026

Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility (IDEA) Affinity Group

Tuesday, May 19, 2026
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM (CDT)

Zoom Meeting

Event Details

Join TAM VP for IDEA Kheli Willetts and TAM IDEA Affinity Group Co-Chairs Kendal Smith Lake and Melody Cabán for the Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) Affinity Group Meeting! This meeting is free and open to all TAM members who are passionate about driving positive change.


At this month's meeting, we'll continue our Museum Hot Seat conversations from TAM 2026 McAllen & the Rio Grande Valley.

What's on everyone's mind in the museum world? You tell us! In this interactive session, the IDEA Affinity Group will tackle the most pressing topics—no question in off-limits. IDEA moderators will guide the discussion, diving into the challenges, trends, and hot topics that matter most to you. Whether you're joining to listen, share insights, or get advice, come ready to talk and engage in a dynamic conversation shaped by your peers. 

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Texas Association of Museums Diversity Committee — Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) encourages diversity and inclusion among staff members of museums and cultural institutions in the Texas region. 


For More Information:

IDEA Co-Chairs | Kheli Willetts, Kendal Smith Lake, and Melody Cabán
IDEA Co-Chairs | Kheli Willetts, Kendal Smith Lake, and Melody Cabán

Kheli Willetts, TAM VP of IDEA
Principal
Dira Professional Development, LLC 
Email: kheli@dirapd.com


Kendal Smith Lake, IDEA Affinity Group Co-Chair 
Director of Communications
The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth 
Email:
ksmith@themodern.org 

Melody Cabán, IDEA Affinity Group Co-Chair 
Founder
Melody Cabán Consulting
Email:
 melody@melodycabanconsulting.com