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SUMMARY:March Coffee Talk - The Industry Gaps
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a cozy Coffee Talk at Stemistry Scottsdale as we explore The Industry Gaps. We’ll gather for an open conversation about generations\, diversity\, communication\, and the experiences that shape how we work and connect with one another. \nThis is a relaxed\, welcoming space to share\, listen\, and learn from different perspectives — all over a good cup of coffee. We’d love to see you there. \nAbout Stemistry: Stemistry is a unique flower bar and coffee lab that blends handcrafted drinks with floral design to create a creative\, welcoming experience. Founded by entrepreneur Dylan Capshaw\, Stemistry reimagines the traditional coffee shop as a space to sip\, bloom\, and connect. With locations in Scottsdale and Downtown Phoenix\, it’s a vibrant community hub designed to spark inspiration. \nWhere to meet: We’ll be inside Stemistry – we’ll also post an Instagram story the morning of the event with details on where to find us. \nCost: Free to attend. Please support the café by purchasing a drink or food. \nRSVP: Via Eventbrite.
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/march-coffee-talk-the-industry-gaps/
LOCATION:Stemistry Scottsdale\, 6601 E. McDowell Rd Ste. 100\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85257
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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SUMMARY:January Coffee Talk - Intentional Spaces
DESCRIPTION:Hello everyone! To kick off the new year\, we’re excited to host our first Coffee Talk of the year in Phoenix at Fair Trade Café. This month’s topic is about Intentional Spaces. What are you making time for right now? Is it your work–life balance\, personal goals\, or health? How are you being intentional about what you want for yourself this year? We invite you to join us on Saturday\, January 31st\, at Fair Trade Café for a thoughtful and reflective conversation. Come share and hear others’ perspectives\, experiences\, and ideas. We’d love to see you there!\n\n \nAbout Fair Trade Cafe: Fair Trade Cafe is a woman-owned coffee shop located in Phoenix. They offer shade-grown\, organic\, fair-trade coffee\, in-house baked goods\, and a rotating gallery featuring local artists. The café also hosts occasional community events\, making it a welcoming space to gather and connect.\n\nWhat are Coffee Talks? Coffee Talks are a NOMAarizona bi-monthly event. Order a warm or iced beverage of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley. In Coffee Talks\, we come together to share\, listen\, and learn in a casual setting. This is a place where light and heavy topics can be discussed welcomingly while learning from different perspectives and joining in community. We encourage all to participate in the conversation as we explore many topics and coffee shops with NOMAarizona.\n \nIf you have a topic/input/comments you’d like to chat about for coffee talks\, please click on this link: Your Coffee Talk Input\n\nRSVP here\nThis is an in-person only event.
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/january-coffee-talk-intentional-spaces/
LOCATION:Fair Trade Cafe\, 1020 1st Ave\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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SUMMARY:September Coffee Talk - Neurodivergence
DESCRIPTION:We are starting off our fall season of Coffee Talks by talking about Neurodivergence! What is neurodivergence? What does it mean or look like to you? Do you experience neurodivergence? Would you like to better understand neurodivergence in the people around you? If any of these questions spark your interest\, we encourage you to come to this Neurodivergence Coffee Talk where we gather in community to listen\, learn\, and support each other.\n\nAbout Little Jupiter Cafe: Little Jupiter Cafe is a coffee shop that is composed of unique flavors\, local artisans\, and a cosmic flare. Also\, they are one of the favorite spots of one of our Coffee Talk Co-Planners. \n\nWhat are Coffee Talks? Coffee Talks are a NOMAarizona monthly event. Order a beverage or food of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley. In Coffee Talks\, we come together to share\, listen\, and learn in a casual setting. This is a place where light and heavy topics can be discussed welcomingly while learning from different perspectives and joining in community. We encourage all to participate in the conversation as we explore many topics and coffee and tea shops with NOMAarizona.\n\nIf you have a topic/input/comments you’d like to chat about for coffee talks please click on this link: Your Coffee Talk Input\n\nWhere to meet within Little Jupiter Cafe: Look for our “NOMAarizona Coffee Talks” sign on our table. Also\, look for our story on the NOMAarizona Instagram for the specific table on the day of the event.\nCost: It’s free! We just ask that you purchase a beverage or food from Little Jupiter Cafe as a way to support local businesses.\n\nThis is an in-person only event. Please RSVP here.
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/september-coffee-talk-neurodivergence/
LOCATION:Little Jupiter Cafe\, 876 N McQueen Rd\, ste. 102\, Gilbert\, AZ\, 85233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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SUMMARY:July Coffee Talk - Drink n' Draw - Mind & Body Awareness Through Drawing
DESCRIPTION:This July\, Coffee Talks will be partnering with Victor Irizarry and Olga Bracamontes about the Mind and Body Awareness Through Drawing. This will be a time to share stories about how we see drawing and the strengths and challenges we have with it. There will be no goal\, no specific topic to draw\, just gathering together and embracing the conversations and the page. Please bring your favorite drawing medium and drawing utensil(s) and let’s Drink ‘n Draw! \nAbout Nu Cafe: Nu Cafe is a black\, woman-owned coffee shop in Chandler\, Arizona. They are brand new (or “Nu”) to the valley. They also have salon suites within! \nWhat are Coffee Talks? Coffee Talks are a NOMAarizona monthly event. Order a beverage or food of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley. In Coffee Talks\, we come together to share\, listen\, and learn in a casual setting. This is a place where light and heavy topics can be discussed welcomingly while learning from different perspectives and joining in community. We encourage all to participate in the conversation as we explore many topics and coffee and tea shops with NOMAarizona. \nIf you have a topic/input/comments you’d like to chat about for coffee talks please click on this link: Your Coffee Talk Input \n\nWhere to meet: Look for our “NOMAarizona Coffee Talks” sign on our table. Also\, look for our story on the NOMAarizona Instagram for the specific table on the day of the event.\nCost: It’s free! We just ask that you purchase a beverage or food from Nu Cafe as a way to support local businesses.\nRSVP: Through Eventbrite here\n\n 
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/july-coffee-talk/
LOCATION:Nu Cafe\, 5865 W Ray Rd\, Chandler\, 85226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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SUMMARY:June Coffee Talk - Representation\, Safety\, and Leadership in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Hello everyone! Join us for a casual coffee talk in honor of National Safety Month and Pride Month\, where we’ll discuss the intersection of identity\, leadership\, and safety in workspaces. We’ll ask questions like: What does a safe space look like for you? How does representation in leadership affect our sense of safety and belonging? We invite you to join us on Saturday\, June 28th\, at First Draft Book Bar for this insightful topic to hear other people’s thoughts\, opinions\, and experiences! \nAbout First Draft: First Draft Book Bar is a coffee\, pastry\, wine\, and beer bar inside the Phoenix location of the Changing Hands Bookstore.  \nWhat are Coffee Talks? Coffee Talks are a NOMAarizona monthly event. Order a warm or iced beverage of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley. In Coffee Talks\, we come together to share\, listen\, and learn in a casual setting. This is a place where light and heavy topics can be discussed welcomingly while learning from different perspectives and joining in community. We encourage all to participate in the conversation as we explore many topics and coffee shops with NOMAarizona. \nRSVP Here \nWhere to meet: Look for our “NOMAarizona Coffee Talks” sign on our table. Also\, look for our story on the NOMAarizona Instagram for the specific table on the day of the event. \nIf you have a topic/input/comments you’d like to chat about for coffee talks\, please click on this link: Your Coffee Talk Input
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/june-coffee-talk/
LOCATION:First Draft Book Bar\, 300 W. Camelback Rd\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85013\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250531T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250531T113000
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SUMMARY:May Coffee Talk
DESCRIPTION:Hello everyone! On May 31st\, NOMAarizona will be bringing Coffee Talks to WhereUBean to discuss and celebrate Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Our conversation will speak of culture\, representation\, shared experiences\, and much more. Please join us to share your stories\, pride\, and support for the Asian and Pacific Islander community!\n \nAbout WhereUBean: WhereUBean Coffee is woman\, South Asian owned and is active in supporting the community. Check out WhereUBean Coffee’s Instagram to learn more.\n \nWhat are Coffee Talks? Coffee Talks are a NOMAarizona monthly event. Order a beverage or food of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley. In Coffee Talks\, we come together to share\, listen\, and learn in a casual setting. This is a place where light and heavy topics can be discussed welcomingly while learning from different perspectives and joining in community. We encourage all to participate in the conversation as we explore many topics and coffee and tea shops with NOMAarizona.\n \nIf you have a topic/input/comments you’d like to chat about for coffee talks please click on this link: Your Coffee Talk Input\n\nRSVP here
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/may-coffee-talk/
LOCATION:WhereUBean Coffee\, 4804 E. Chandler Blvd Ste. 110\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85048
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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SUMMARY:April Coffee Talk - "Being Curious with Confidence"
DESCRIPTION:Hello everyone! On April 19th\, we will be talking about “Being Curious with Confidence” and how that may look different in our adulthood compared to our childhood. Curiosity is a powerful force that drives exploration\, learning\, and growth. Children embody this naturally—they ask endless questions\, dive into new experiences without hesitation\, and approach the world with fearless wonder without much thought of being wrong or looking foolish. But does this change as we grow older? If so\, when and why does this shift occur? We invite you to join us on April 19th at Moka & Co for this insightful topic to hear other people’s thoughts\, opinions\, and experiences!\n \nAbout Moka & Co: Moka & Co is a Yemeni coffee shop that recently opened a new location in Mesa\, AZ. Their mission is to: “Deliver an amazing\, unique taste of culture\, served with a high standard of hospitality.”\n \nWhat are Coffee Talks? Coffee Talks are a NOMAarizona monthly event. Order a warm or iced beverage of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley. In Coffee Talks\, we come together to share\, listen\, and learn in a casual setting. This is a place where light and heavy topics can be discussed welcomingly while learning from different perspectives and joining in community. We encourage all to participate in the conversation as we explore many topics and coffee shops with NOMAarizona.\n\nRSVP here\n\n\nIf you have a topic/input/comments you’d like to chat about for coffee talks please click on this link: Your Coffee Talk Input
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/april-coffee-talk/
LOCATION:Moka & Co\, 1766 S Greenfield Rd Ste 102\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85206\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk,Networking
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DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250322T113000
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SUMMARY:March Coffee Talk - The Circle of Mentorship
DESCRIPTION:Hello everyone! On March 22nd\, we will be discussing The Circle of Mentorship. The “Circle” of Mentorship in the title is meant to represent that what you teach teaches you as you teach it. In each mentorship relationship\, there is learning and growth that happens on both sides.  Mentorship is quite the passage for us all to receive and to give. We invite you to join us on March 22nd at Shaghf Cafe for this insightful conversation!\n \nLook for our “NOMAarizona Coffee Talks” sign on our table. Also\, look for our story on the NOMAarizona Instagram for the specific table on day of the event.\n\nRSVP here.\n\nAbout Shaghf Cafe: Shaghf Café is an Arab coffee shop with “Shaghf” meaning “passion.” With Shaghf Cafe originally being from the UAE\, they bring culture\, community\, and coffee to Tempe\, Arizona. \n \nWhat are Coffee Talks? Coffee Talks are a NOMAarizona monthly event. Order a warm or iced beverage of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley. In Coffee Talks\, we come together to share\, listen\, and learn in a casual setting. This is a place where light and heavy topics can be discussed welcomingly while learning from different perspectives and joining in community. We encourage all to participate in the conversation as we explore many topics and coffee shops with NOMAarizona.\n \nIf you have a topic/input/comments you’d like to chat about for coffee talks please click on this link: Your Coffee Talk Input
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/march-chapter-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Shaghf cafe\, 1250 E. Apache Blvd Unit116\, Tempe\, AZ\, 85281\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20250215T113000
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SUMMARY:February Coffee Talk
DESCRIPTION:Hello all and welcome to our first Coffee Talk of the Year! Just as couple of weeks in and 2025 has already been very eventful. There are climates anxieties\, inauguration anxieties\, world anxieties\, oh my! So this coffee talk\, we’d like to check in with you: how are you feeling? We welcome you to join us at Fair Trade Cafe at 10am to listen\, share\, and gather in community. See you then!\n \n\n\nUPDATE: The location has changed and will now be at Case Study Coffee Lounge in Phoenix\n\n\n\nAbout Case Study Coffee Lounge: This coffee shop started as a woodworking shop with coffee for their customers. Its popularity grew and now\, Case Study Coffee Lounge offers both incredible coffee and wood work.\n\n\nWhere to meet: In the back seating area behind the main seating area. Check out our Instagram story the day of the event for specifics: NOMAarizona Instagram\n\n\n\nWhat are Coffee Talks? Coffee Talks are a NOMAarizona monthly event. Order a warm or iced beverage of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley. In Coffee Talks\, we come together to share\, listen\, and learn in a casual setting. This is a place where light and heavy topics can be discussed welcomingly while learning from different perspectives and joining in community. We encourage all to participate in the conversation as we explore many topics and coffee shops with NOMAarizona.\n\nRSVP here.\n \nIf you have a topic/input/comments you’d like to chat about for coffee talks please click on this link: Your Coffee Talk Input
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/february-coffee-talk/
LOCATION:Case Study Lounge\, 4802 N. 16th Street\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241116T113000
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SUMMARY:November Coffee Talk - NOMA for the Holidays!
DESCRIPTION:Hello all and welcome to our final Coffee Talk of the Year!\n\nThe holiday season is approaching\, and we want to take the time to wind down and come together one last time before we disperse with our family and friends for the season! Our topic this month is about: Family\, Things that people experience & go through within Parenthood\, the Holidays\, and ‘What do coffee talks mean to you?’ at Hidden Gem in Scottsdale. We’d love to welcome and have you there on November 16th @10am to listen and share your knowledge\, thoughts\, and experiences with us and others. See you then!\n\nAbout Hidden Gem: Hidden Gem is a small cafe and eatery that serves various drinks\, light snacks\, and brunch located off McDowell Road within the Papago Motor Hotel.\nCost: It’s free! We just ask that you purchase a beverage or food from Hidden Gem as a way to support local businesses!\nWhat are Coffee Talks? Coffee Talks are a NOMAarizona monthly event. Order a warm or iced beverage of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley. In Coffee Talks\, we come together to share\, listen\, and learn in a casual setting. This is a place where light and heavy topics can be discussed welcomingly while learning from different perspectives and joining in community. We encourage all to participate in the conversation as we explore many topics and coffee shops with NOMAarizona.\n\nFollow up: At each Coffee Talk\, the facilitators take notes. Individual stories and names are not included in the notes to maintain the confidentiality of each person. These notes are used to create a recap to post to the NOMAarizona website as a tool for others to learn from and observe new perspectives.\nIf you have a topic/input/comments you’d like to chat about for coffee talks please click on this link: Your Coffee Talk Input\n\nRSVP through Eventbrite
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/november-coffee-talk/
LOCATION:Hidden Gem\, 7017 E McDowell Rd\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85257\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20241019T113000
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SUMMARY:October Coffee Talk - Hispanic Heritage Month and Indigenous People’s Month
DESCRIPTION:Hello all and welcome to the eighth Coffee Talk of the Year!\n\nOn October 19th\, we will be celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and Indigenous People’s Month. Every human here on earth is a product of the many people who came before them. With that comes many stories\, knowing’s\, and experiences. At this Coffee Talk\, will be discussing our roots and lineages that each of us come from. Join us at Chilte in Phoenix at 10am to share your stories!\n\nAbout Chilte: Chilte is a creative Mexican cuisine aiming to shake up the norm.\n\nWhat are Coffee Talks? Coffee Talks are a NOMAarizona monthly event. Order a beverage of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley. In Coffee Talks\, we come together to share\, listen\, and learn in a casual setting. This is a place where topics both light and heavy can be discussed welcomingly while learning from different perspectives and joining in community. We encourage all to join in the conversation as we explore many topics and coffee shops with NOMAarizona.\n\nFollow up: At each Coffee Talk\, the facilitators take notes. Individual stories and names are not included in the notes to maintain the confidentiality of each person. These notes are used to create a recap to post to the NOMAarizona website as a tool for others to learn from and observe new perspectives.\nIf you like to connect\, suggest a topic\, see our recaps\, etc\, click on this link: NOMAarizona Coffee Talks | Linktree\n\nRSVP in person only\n\nParking: Most spots are reserved for hotel guests within the Egyptian parking lot but there is plenty of parking along Grande Ave.\nOnce you arrive: Look for the “NOMAarizona Coffee Talks” sign on the table and refer to our NOMAarizona Instagram story for our exact seating area.
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/october-coffee-talk-hispanic-heritage-month-and-indigenous-peoples-month/
LOCATION:Chilte at the Egyptian Hotel\, 765 Grand Ave\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk,Networking
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DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240928T113000
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CREATED:20240826T010213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T044251Z
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SUMMARY:September Coffee Talk - "The Realm of Awkward"
DESCRIPTION:We will be gathering to discuss The Realm of Awkward: How to navigate uncomfortable conversations\, the hidden language of code-switching\, and lonely experiences. The human experience within a world of many different views and experiences can occasionally lead us to awkward moments and even moments of feeling “othered.” It can be hard to navigate\, but in NOMA\, we know that “Our Strength is Our Diversity.” There is much to discuss about The Realm of Awkward within the human experience and we hope you join us at Spencer’s Place in Surprise!\n\nAbout Spencer’s Place: Spencer’s Place is a bistro named after Spencer\, a hard-working individual with Down syndrome. Spencer’s Place employs people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and aims to create a safe and stable environment for all to thrive while connecting with the community.\n\nWhat are Coffee Talks? Coffee Talks are a NOMAarizona monthly event. Order a beverage of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley. In Coffee Talks\, we come together to share\, listen\, and learn in a casual setting. This is a place where topics both light and heavy can be discussed welcomingly while learning from different perspectives and joining in community. We encourage all to join in the conversation as we explore many topics and coffee shops with NOMAarizona.\n\nFollow up: At each Coffee Talk\, the facilitators take notes. Individual stories and names are not included in the notes to maintain the confidentiality of each person. These notes are used to create a recap to post to the NOMAarizona website as a tool for others to learn from and observe new perspectives.\nIf you like to connect\, suggest a topic\, see our recaps\, etc\, click on this link: NOMAarizona Coffee Talks | Linktree\n\nRSVP here
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/september-coffee-talk/
LOCATION:Spencer’s Place\, 15341 W. Waddell Road\, B101\, Surprise\, AZ\, 85379\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20240615T113000
DTSTAMP:20260428T212535
CREATED:20240602T224136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240602T224142Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee Talk - How War Impacts Humanity
DESCRIPTION:At this current moment in time\, there is a war between Palestine and Israel\, Ukraine and Russia\, and many more around the globe. We will meet in a private conference at this coffee shop welcoming all to talk of feelings\, observations\, questions\, and so on about the impact of war on humanity.\nThis Coffee Talk will be available to NOMA members and students only. Details will be sent to members via a separate email.\nWe hope that with this Coffee Talk\, we can all gather in the community to talk openly about this pressing topic and how it impacts humanity.\n\nThis will be our last Coffee Talk before our summer break July through August. Coffee Talks will begin again in September!\n\n\nWhat are Coffee Talks? Coffee Talks are a NOMAarizona monthly event. Order a warm/iced beverage of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley. In Coffee Talks\, we come together to share\, listen\, and learn in a casual setting. This is a place where topics both light and heavy can be discussed welcomingly while learning from different perspectives and joining in community. We encourage all to join in the conversation as we explore many topics and coffee shops with NOMAarizona.\n\nFollow up: At each Coffee Talk\, the facilitators take notes. Individual stories and names are not included in the notes to maintain the confidentiality of each person. These notes are used to create a recap to post to the NOMAarizona website as a tool for others to learn from and observe new perspectives.\nIf you have a topic/input/comments you’d like to chat about for coffee talks please click on this link: Your Coffee Talk Input
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/coffee-talk-how-war-impacts-humanity/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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SUMMARY:Coffee Talk - Networking A.K.A. "Making Professional Friendships"
DESCRIPTION:Hello all and welcome to the fifth Coffee Talk of the Year!\n\nIt’s networking month! Our topic this month will be about: Networking – A.K.A. Making Professional Friendships – Based on Tara Brown’s April networking lecture at the NOMA chapter meeting at Boba Whaaat in Phoenix. Since we learned some tools for networking from that meeting\, what does the thought of actually going out and doing it bring up for you? Excitement? Terror? “I’d love to do that!” or “I’ll never do that!” We’ll talk about any and all topics of networking. Ways to begin\, where to go\, how to practice\, getting over your nerves\, in person vs. online\, and any questions you may want to ask. We’d love to welcome and have you there on May 18th to share knowledge\, thoughts\, and experiences with you and others. See you then!\n\nAbout Boba Whaaat: Boba Whaaat is a Vietnamese tea shop and eatery that serves various drinks and food located off Indian School Road.\n\nWhat are Coffee Talks? Coffee Talks are a NOMAarizona monthly event. Order a warm/iced beverage of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley. In Coffee Talks\, we come together to share\, listen\, and learn in a casual setting. This is a place where topics both light and heavy can be discussed welcomingly while learning from different perspectives and joining in community. We encourage all to join in the conversation as we explore many topics and coffee shops with NOMAarizona.\n\nFollow up: At each Coffee Talk\, the facilitators take notes. Individual stories and names are not included in the notes to maintain confidentiality of each person. These notes are used to create a recap to post to the NOMAarizona website as a tool for others to learn from and observe new perspectives.\nIf you have a topic/input/comments you’d like to chat about for coffee talks please click on this link: Your Coffee Talk Input\n\nRSVP here
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/coffee-talk-networking-a-k-a-making-professional-friendships/
LOCATION:Boba Whaaat\, 301 E. Indian School Rd.\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85016\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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SUMMARY:Coffee Talk #4 - National Minority Health Month — How do you experience mental health\, neurodivergence\, and/or stress in society?
DESCRIPTION:We are coming to Tucson!!!\nThis month\, we will be talking about National Minority Health Month — How do you experience mental health\, neurodivergence\, and/or stress in society? at Exo Roast Co. in Tucson. As many know\, it is important to recognize and care for our well-being. Whether it’s in our profession or our personal lives\, it’s important to acknowledge and care for ourselves when needed. Therefore\, at our April Coffee Talk\, we will be sharing and discussing our experiences with stress and mental health\, and how we handle it daily. We’d love to welcome and have you there on April 13th down in Tucson with the U of A students to share knowledge\, thoughts\, and experiences with you and others. See you then!\n\nAbout Exo Roast Co: Exo Roast Co. is a local coffee shop that hosts different events occasionally. They partner with several non-profits to build equity and work towards social justice and land restoration.\n\nWhat are Coffee Talks? Coffee Talks are a NOMAarizona monthly event. Order a warm/iced beverage of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley. In Coffee Talks\, we come together to share\, listen\, and learn in a casual setting. This is a place where topics both light and heavy can be discussed welcomingly while learning from different perspectives and joining in community. We encourage all to join in conversation as we explore many topics and coffee shops with NOMAarizona.\n\nFollow up: Each Coffee Talk\, the facilitators take notes. Individual stories and names are not included in the notes to maintain confidentiality of each person. These notes are used to create a recap to post to the NOMAarizona website as a tool for others to learn from and observe new perspectives.\nIf you have a topic/input/comments you’d like to chat about for coffee talks please click on this link: Your Coffee Talk Input\n\nRSVP Here\n\n\nParking Instructions: There is a parking lot on the West side of the building (highlighted in yellow) on W Simpson St. and S Main Ave. If the parking lot is full\, public parking is also available (highlighted in cyan) on the street down S Main Ave and S Meyer Ave.\nWhere to meet:We will be posting what table we are sitting at in Exo Roast Co. on our NOMAarizona Instagram story the day of the event.\n\n\n 
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/coffee-talk-4-national-minority-health-month-how-do-you-experience-mental-health-neurodivergence-and-or-stress-in-society/
LOCATION:Exo Roast Co\, 196 W Simpson St\, Tucson\, AZ\, 85701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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SUMMARY:Coffee Talk #3 - "Flip the Script"- Strengths and Positive Experiences that being a Woman/Minority/LGBTQ+ Person brings to your Profession
DESCRIPTION:Hello all and welcome to the third Coffee Talk of the Year!\n\nThis month\, we will be talking about Flip the Script — Strengths and Positive Experiences that Being a Woman/Minority/LGBTQ+ Person Brings to Your Profession at Zingara Market in Scottsdale. Within these communities\, we have experienced and heard of many difficulties and challenges but\, as we say in NOMA\, “Our strength is our diversity.” With that being so\, we would like to dedicate this Coffee Talk to sharing and celebrating the strengths you bring as a woman/minority/LGBTQ+ person into your profession. We’d love to welcome and celebrate you on March 23rd and would be honored for you to help celebrate and welcome others. See you soon!\n\nAbout Zingara Market: Zingara Market is a woman\, brazilian owned coffee shop and restaurant. They are open for breakfast\, lunch\, and dinner and have amazing and unique selections.\n\nWhat are Coffee Talks? Coffee Talks are a NOMAarizona monthly event. Order a warm/iced beverage of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley. In Coffee Talks\, we come together to share\, listen\, and learn in a casual setting. This is a place where topics both light and heavy can be discussed welcomingly while learning from different perspectives and joining in community. We encourage all to join in conversation as we explore many topics and coffee shops with NOMAarizona.\n\nFollow up: Each Coffee Talk\, the facilitators take notes. Individual stories and names are not included in the notes to maintain confidentiality of each person. These notes are used to create a recap to post to the NOMAarizona website as a tool for others to learn from and observe new perspectives.\nIf you have a topic/input/comments you’d like to chat about for coffee talks please click on this link: Your Coffee Talk Input\n\nRSVP here
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/coffee-talk-flip-the-script/
LOCATION:Zingara Market\, 11475 N 136th Street\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85259\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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SUMMARY:Coffee Talk #2 - "Reflecting on Black Resilience"
DESCRIPTION:On February 24 \, NOMAarizona will be hosting a The Coffee Talk on Reflecting on Black\nResilience! Here\, we will share our stories\, learn from each other\, honor the founders of\nNOMA\, and much more. Come join us from 10am to 11:30 at Skoden Coffee and Tea in\nPhoenix to gather to discuss how our history\, resilience\, and drive has gotten us to where we\nare today!\nAbout the coffee shop : Skoden is a queer\, indigenous owned and ran coffee and tea shop with\nits first location being within the Navajo Nation. Skoden translates to “let’s go then\,” and aims to\noperate as an inclusive\, welcoming\, home-like space. This lovely shop pays tribute to their\nindigenous culture through their ingredients\, featured creatives\, and way of operation. We at\nNOMAarizona cannot wait to support Skoden Coffee and Tea while having an insightful\nconversation and BlacK Resilience! See you there!\nCurious about what Coffee Talks are? Coffee Talks are conversations organized by\nNOMAarizona that take place at revolving coffee shops around Arizona. Here\, we come\ntogether to share\, listen\, and learn in a casual setting. This is a place where topics both light\nand heavy can be discussed welcomingly while learning from different perspectives and joining\nin community. We encourage all to join in the conversation as we explore many topics and\ncoffee shops with NOMAarizona. \nRSVP Here
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/coffee-talk-reflecting-on-black-resilience/
LOCATION:Skoden Coffee & Tea\, 5102 N. Central Ave #5\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85012\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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SUMMARY:Coffee Talk #1 - Tips and Guides into the Profession for Students
DESCRIPTION:Hello all!\nNOMAarizona’s first Coffee Talk of 2024 will be coming to The Crepe Bar in Tempe! Grab a beverage of your choice\, pastry\, or crepe (they are awesome) and gather with us to discuss Tips and Guides into the Profession for Students.\nAre you a professional? What was your student-to-professional transition like? What are the changes you see in current education tactics versus the tactics of your education? What curiosities do you have about students’ mindsets and strategies that you could learn from?\nAre you a student? What do you imagine the transition from student to professional to be like? What is a burning question that you’ve searching for an honest answer to? What is the path to licensure really like? \nJoin us on January 27th from 10 am to 11:30 am to drink\, eat\, converse\, listen\, and more! We can’t wait to kick off the first Coffee Talk of 2024 with you! \nCurious about what Coffee Talks are? Coffee Talks are conversations organized by NOMAarizona that take place at revolving coffee shops around Arizona. Here\, we come together to share\, listen\, and learn in a casual setting. This is a place where topics both light and heavy can be discussed welcomingly while learning from different perspectives and joining in community. We encourage all to join in the conversation as we explore many topics and coffee shops with NOMAarizona.\nIf you have a topic/input/comment you’d like to chat about for Coffee Talks please answer the poll by clicking on this link: Your Coffee Talk Input (google.com)
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/coffee-talk-january-2024/
LOCATION:The Crepe Bar\, 7520 S Rural Rd\, Tempe\, AZ\, 85283\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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SUMMARY:Coffee Talk #14 - Celebrating Indigenous People's Month
DESCRIPTION:November is Indigenous People’s month and in recognition\, we’d like to welcome all to join in conversation and share stories about your Indigenous heritage. We will be celebrating your roots on November 11th\, Veteran’s Day\, and would like to thank and honor all who have served. \nThis Coffee Talk will be located at Beanchain whose powerful mission is stated in the following: \n“The Beanchain” is designed to help with workers’ rights and poverty. Here’s a couple ways we want to use our space. \nWorker Directed: Ensure the workers have more of a say in their workplace \nProfit Sharing: Make sure people get more of the value they create for the organization back! \nCommunity Courses/Workshops: Teaching others to help them build careers and life skills \nGuest Star Bakers: Helping bakers to get their start and build a business \nWe are excited to honor and welcome all peoples on this day and would be grateful to see you there as well! \nRSVP here \nThis is an in-person only event.
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/coffee-talk-14/
LOCATION:1110 W. Southern Ave.\, 1110 W. Southern Ave.\, Mesa\, AZ\, 85210\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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SUMMARY:Coffee Talk #13 - Self Care
DESCRIPTION:RSVP here so we know how much space to reserve!\n\nThis Month’s Topic: Self-care\nFree event – no membership needed (we just ask that you please support the small businesses we visit by purchasing something if you can) \n—————– \nLOCATION\nThis month we’re headed to a local operated plant store in historic Grand Avenue area of Phoenix called Pueblo that serves beverages outside on their patio by the coffee cart Caffio Epresso. \n1025 Grand Ave\, Phoenix\, AZ 85007 \n—————– \nABOUT COFFEE TALKS\nEvery other month join us for Coffee Talks – order a warm/iced beverage of your choice from rotating café locations around the valley\, get comfortable\, and bring your open mind to this productive discussion where NOMAarizona facilitators will ask the group questions and hold space to share\, listen\, and learn from each other in a casual setting. \nThis is intended to be a forum for discussion of ideas and for learning about differing viewpoints. In discussions around diversity and equity it is important to understand that everyone sees and experiences the world differently – what seems “right” in your experience may not be so in someone else’s. Everyone is asked to consider different perspectives\, for the purpose of sensitivity\, learning\, and growth. Members of NOMAarizona will typically be the facilitators for our discussions. We are not experts. We are simply here to help facilitate the process. We are here\, like everyone else\, to learn. \n—————– \nIf you have a topic you’d like to chat about or a location to suggest – submit to jena.m.esquivel@gmail.com
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/coffee-talk-13/
LOCATION:AZ
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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SUMMARY:Coffee Talk #12 - Hispanic Heritage
DESCRIPTION:This Month’s Topic: ¿Soy Hispano? What it means to be Hispanic.\nSeptember 15th-October 15th is recognized as Hispanic Heritage month. But what does it even mean to be Hispanic? Is it a language\, a place of origin\, a race\, a way of life\, or something else? From the confusing census forms to the word itself there are many grey areas that might leave this diverse set of people feeling an identity crisis – let’s dive into the nuances of how each of us defines Hispanic culture and explore the areas we’re proud of. \n—————– \n\nFree event – no membership needed (we just ask that you please support the small businesses we visit by purchasing something if you can)\nRSVP\n\n—————– \nLOCATION \nThis month we’re headed to a Mexican-owned and operated business in Phoenix called Tres Leches Cafe that serves some classics like horchata\, aguas frescas\, and other Mexican-inspired beverages. They even have pan dulce (sweet bread) to go with your cafecito (little coffee)! \nTres Leches Cafe has 2 locations and we are meeting at the location on the north side of Van Buren st just west of 17th ave. A small parking lot is located behind the building to the north. The other location is a small drive-through so please don’t get confused! \n1714 W Van Buren St\nPhoenix\, Arizona 85007 \n—————– \nABOUT COFFEE TALKS \nEvery other month join us for Coffee Talks – order a warm/iced beverage of your choice from rotating café locations around the valley\, get comfortable\, and bring your open mind to this productive discussion where NOMAarizona facilitators will ask the group questions and hold space to share\, listen\, and learn from each other in a casual setting. \nThis is intended to be a forum for discussion of ideas and for learning about differing viewpoints. In discussions around diversity and equity it is important to understand that everyone sees and experiences the world differently – what seems “right” in your experience may not be so in someone else’s. Everyone is asked to consider different perspectives\, for the purpose of sensitivity\, learning\, and growth. Members of NOMAarizona will typically be the facilitators for our discussions. We are not experts. We are simply here to help facilitate the process. We are here\, like everyone else\, to learn. \n—————– \nIf you have a topic you’d like to chat about or a location to suggest – submit to jena.m.esquivel@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/coffee-talk-12-hispanic-heritage/
LOCATION:Tres Leches Cafe\, 1714 W Van Buren St\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk,Networking
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DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230617T113000
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SUMMARY:Coffee Talk #11 - Speak on it! LGBTQIA+ in Design
DESCRIPTION:RSVP now\n\n  \nDetails coming soon..
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/coffee-talk-11-lgbtqia/
LOCATION:PIP Coffee + Clay\, 2617 N 24th St\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85008\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk,Networking
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SUMMARY:Coffee Talk #10 - 3 Years Since George Floyd
DESCRIPTION:This Month’s Topic: 3 Years post-George Floyd— What has changed? What hasn’t? How are we doing?\n\nFree event – no membership needed\nRSVP\n\n—————– \nPiexoto is located at the Epicenter at Agritoptia in Gilbert. On-site parking is available. \n—————– \nEvery other month join us for Coffee Talks – order a warm/iced beverage of your choice from rotating café locations around the valley\, get comfortable\, and bring your open mind to this productive discussion where NOMAarizona facilitators will ask the group questions and hold space to share\, listen\, and learn from each other in a casual setting. \nThis is intended to be a forum for discussion of ideas and for learning about differing viewpoints. In discussions around diversity and equity it is important to understand that everyone sees and experiences the world differently – what seems “right” in your experience may not be so in someone else’s. Everyone is asked to consider different perspectives\, for the purpose of sensitivity\, learning\, and growth. Members of NOMAarizona will typically be the facilitators for our discussions. We are not experts. We are simply here to help facilitate the process. We are here\, like everyone else\, to learn. \n—————– \nIf you have a topic you’d like to chat about or a location to suggest – submit to jena.m.esquivel@gmail.com
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/coffee-talk-10-3-years-since-george-flloyd/
LOCATION:Piexoto – Agritopia\, 3150 E Ray Rd suite 100\,\, Gilbert\, AZ\, 85296\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk,Networking
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DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230422T113000
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SUMMARY:Coffee Talk #9 - Code Switching
DESCRIPTION:This Month’s Topic: Code Switching – The impact of how we present ourselves in different situations.\nFree event — no membership needed\nRSVP so we know you’re coming – it helps us plan ahead 🙂 \n\nWhat is code-switching? — Code switching is the ways in which a member of an underrepresented group (consciously or unconsciously) adjusts their language\, syntax\, grammatical structure\, behavior\, and appearance to fit into the dominant culture.\n\nCode switching is more common than you think – so let’s talk about it! \n——————- \nChilte is located on Grave Avenue inside The Egyptian motor hotel. Free street parking available along both sides of Grand Avenue (note – no parking at The Egyptian – those spaces are reserved for guests). \n—————– \nEvery other month join us for Coffee Talks – order a warm/iced beverage of your choice from rotating café locations around the valley\, get comfortable\, and bring your open mind to this productive discussion where NOMAarizona facilitators will ask the group questions and hold space to share\, listen\, and learn from each other in a casual setting. \nThis is intended to be a forum for discussion of ideas and for learning about differing viewpoints. In discussions around diversity and equity it is important to understand that everyone sees and experiences the world differently – what seems “right” in your experience may not be so in someone else’s. Everyone is asked to consider different perspectives\, for the purpose of sensitivity\, learning\, and growth. Members of NOMAarizona will typically be the facilitators for our discussions. We are not experts. We are simply here to help facilitate the process. We are here\, like everyone else\, to learn. \nIf you have a topic you’d like to chat about or a location to suggest – submit to jena.m.esquivel@gmail.com
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/1363/
LOCATION:Chilte\, 765 Grand Ave\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk,Networking
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DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20230325T113000
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SUMMARY:Coffee Talk # 8 - Rest & Invest
DESCRIPTION:This Month’s Topic: Rest & Invest – Learning to say no\, avoid burnout\, and invest in your wellbeing.\n\nRSVP so we know you’re coming!\nFree event but please consider purchasing something from the café to support local minority owned business\n\nInspired by NOMA National’s Immediate Past President\, Jason Pugh\, and his Quarterly President’s Challenge to support the EMPOWER pillar of the NOMA Presidential Platform\, we wanted to pause and take the time to address the idea that tirelessly championing for JEDI initiatives across the building and design industry is both physically and mentally taxing\, especially when its hard to see true measurable progress along the way. DEI fatigue is real for both the limited few minorities across the industry and our white colleagues\, partners\, and supporters who all champion for our cause. It is critically important we all take time in our busy professional lives to find a healthy work/life balance\, and also invest in both our physical and mental health in order to ensure we’re all able to continue fighting the good fight. \nThe challenge is to take time to create a healthy mindset and invest in your overall well-being. Let’s not only be mindful of our own mental health and daily stress points\, but also of other NOMA members\, leaders\, and DEI champions as well\, and step in aggressively with encouragement and support when we see others in need. \nThe intention is to not only expand the reach\, awareness\, and impact of minority architects\, but also equip them with the mental and physical tools to counteract the inevitable mental and physical fatigue that comes with tirelessly fighting for change in the building and design industry. \n“Small individual lifts can have a large collective impact.” ~ Jason Pugh \n———————— \nEvery other month join us for Coffee Talks – order a warm/iced beverage of your choice from rotating café locations around the valley\, get comfortable\, and bring your open mind to this productive discussion where NOMAarizona facilitators will ask the group questions and hold space to share\, listen\, and learn from each other in a casual setting. \nThis is intended to be a forum for discussion of ideas and for learning about differing viewpoints. In discussions around diversity and equity it is important to understand that everyone sees and experiences the world differently – what seems “right” in your experience may not be so in someone else’s. Everyone is asked to consider different perspectives\, for the purpose of sensitivity\, learning\, and growth. Members of NOMAarizona will typically be the facilitators for our discussions. We are not experts. We are simply here to help facilitate the process. We are here\, like everyone else\, to learn. \nIf you have a topic you’d like to chat about or a location to suggest – please submit to Jena Esquivel
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/coffee-talk-8/
LOCATION:Provision\, 711 E Missouri Ave Ste 115\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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SUMMARY:Coffee Talk # 7 - Debunking Myths: the Transition from Student to Professional
DESCRIPTION:This Month’s Topic: Debunking Myths: the Transition from Student to Professional\n\nFree event but please consider purchasing something from the café to support local minority owned business\nRSVP here\n\nWhether you’re looking for scholarships\, internships\, your first gig as an architectural designer\, or simply trying to ‘adult’ for the first time\, we’re here to debunk those myths you’ve heard and share some facts about the journey from student to professional. \nEvery other month join us for Coffee Talks – order a warm/iced beverage of your choice from rotating café locations around the valley\, get comfortable\, and bring your open mind to this productive discussion where NOMAarizona facilitators will ask the group questions and hold space to share\, listen\, and learn from each other in a casual setting. \nThis is intended to be a forum for discussion of ideas and for learning about differing viewpoints. In discussions around diversity and equity it is important to understand that everyone sees and experiences the world differently – what seems “right” in your experience may not be so in someone else’s. Everyone is asked to consider different perspectives\, for the purpose of sensitivity\, learning\, and growth. Members of NOMAarizona will typically be the facilitators for our discussions. We are not experts. We are simply here to help facilitate the process. We are here\, like everyone else\, to learn. \nIf you have a topic you’d like to chat about or a location to suggest – please submit to Jena Esquivel
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/coffee-talk-7-debunking-myths-the-transition-from-student-to-professional/
LOCATION:Cafetal\, 777 S College Ave #101\, Tempe\, AZ\, 85281\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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SUMMARY:Women + Non-Binary Coffee Talk with AIA PHX Metro
DESCRIPTION:FREE event\nNon-members\, students\, and future members welcome\nPour-over coffee by Kanfuela (Woman-owned) available for purchase\nRSVP here\n\nNOMAarizona\, in collaboration with the AIA PHX Metro DEI committee\, is kicking off the 2023 year by co-hosting a Women + Non-Binary Coffee Talk at the women-owned McKinley Club\, welcoming all non-binary people and those who identify as women in the AEC industry. \nThis coffee talk will be a place for safe\, non-judgmental discussion about the struggles\, issues\, values\, successes\, and impacts these communities face within the industry. \nThis informal\, open conversation will also be a place for honest\, judgement free discussions among women and non-binary people that aim to shed some light on the most pressing issues these communities face in the AEC industry. \nThe discussions and topics from here will be noted with the goal of curating a future educational event\, open to everyone\, during Women’s History Month in March. \nThis is a free event welcome to members\, non-members\, students\, the public\, and anyone involved in the Architecture/Engineering/Construction industry. \nFree parking is available at the McKinley Club in the lot east of the building and south across Polk Street along with free street parking along Polk street.
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/womens-coffee-talk-with-aia-phx-metro/
LOCATION:The McKinley Club\, 734 W Polk St\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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SUMMARY:Coffee Talk # 5
DESCRIPTION:This Month’s Topic: Who Are you? — Are there times when your culture collides with your profession rather than coincide? \n\nFree event – no membership needed\nRSVP here\n\nEvery other month join us for Coffee Talks – order a warm/iced beverage of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley\, get comfortable\, and bring your open mind to this productive discussion where NOMAarizona facilitators will ask the group questions and hold space to share\, listen\, and learn from each other in a casual setting. \nThis is intended to be a forum for discussion of ideas and for learning about differing viewpoints. In discussions around diversity and equity it is important to understand that everyone sees and experiences the world differently – what seems “right” in your experience may not be so in someone else’s. Everyone is asked to consider different perspectives\, for the purpose of sensitivity\, learning\, and growth. Members of NOMAarizona will typically be the facilitators for our discussions. We are not experts. We are simply here to help facilitate the process. We are here\, like everyone else\, to learn. \nWe have reserved the patio outside at Fair Trade Cafe located off 1st ave between Roosevelt and Portland on the corner beneath the apartment complex. You can park in the Cathedral parking garage. \nIf you have a topic you’d like to chat about or a location to suggest – submit to jena.m.esquivel@gmail.com
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/coffee-talk-5/
LOCATION:Fair Trade Cafe\, 1020 1st Ave\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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SUMMARY:Coffee Talk #4
DESCRIPTION:This Month’s Topic: Decolonization — What does it mean to you? \nFree event – no membership needed\nRSVP here \nEvery other month join us for Coffee Talks – order a warm/iced beverage of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley\, get comfortable\, and bring your open mind to this productive discussion where NOMAarizona facilitators will ask the group questions and hold space to share\, listen\, and learn from each other in a casual setting. \nThis is intended to be a forum for discussion of ideas and for learning about differing viewpoints. In discussions around diversity and equity it is important to understand that everyone sees and experiences the world differently – what seems “right” in your experience may not be so in someone else’s. Everyone is asked to consider different perspectives\, for the purpose of sensitivity\, learning\, and growth. Members of NOMAarizona will typically be the facilitators for our discussions. We are not experts. We are simply here to help facilitate the process. We are here\, like everyone else\, to learn. \nJoin us at Sp_ce Coffee located at 1736 E McDowell Rd\, Phoenix\, AZ 85006 \nIf you have a topic you’d like to chat about – submit to jena.m.esquivel@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/coffee-talk-4/
LOCATION:Sp_ce Coffee\, 1736 E McDowell Rd\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220625T113000
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SUMMARY:Coffee Talk #3
DESCRIPTION:Every other month join us for Coffee Talks – order a warm/iced beverage of your choice from rotating cafe locations around the valley\, get comfortable\, and bring your open mind to this productive discussion where NOMAarizona facilitators will ask the group questions and hold space to share\, listen\, and learn from each other in a casual setting. \nThis month’s chat will be held at Xanadu Coffee Co in downtown Phoenix. \nThis is intended to be a forum for discussion of ideas and for learning about differing viewpoints. In discussions around diversity and equity it is important to understand that everyone sees and experiences the world differently – what seems “right” in your experience may not be so in someone else’s. Everyone is asked to consider different perspectives\, for the purpose of sensitivity\, learning\, and growth. Members of NOMAarizona will typically be the facilitators for our discussions. We are not experts. We are simply here to help facilitate the process. We are here\, like everyone else\, to learn.
URL:https://nomaarizona.org/event/coffee-talk-3/
LOCATION:Xanadu Coffee\, 625 N 7th St\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85006\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee Talk
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