Engage and connect: Meeting 
The purpose and objectives of an affinity space is to provide a positive, affirming environment for groups, often those who feel marginalized, to come together and engage in open and honest dialogues.
Evidence of success:
The group continuing after ISTE.
Take some time during the conference to connect with other attendees from your community. ISTELive will feature affinity groups to allow folks to share lived experiences in the education space. Network and build long-term relationships, while sharing your unique perspectives. These sessions will move with the needs of the group, providing an organic space to share and learn from each other.
--From ISTELive23
Affinity groups are small communities of members who share similar racial identities. Affinity Group members enjoy opportunities during a series of open conversations to discuss shared challenges, brainstorm solutions, identify valuable resources and network with like-minded peers who share a similar racial identity.
--Modified from ASCA Affinity Groups
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