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Is there a Disconnect Between Your Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Goals – and What’s Actually Happening?
Across the nation, most leaders would agree that there is a renewed energy, commitment, and in many cases, even a sense of urgency, to live up to the promises as set forth in their mission statements and strategic plans. Most often, I see diversity, equity and inclusion goals like the following: Deepen the capacity and competence of all members of the organization to create a more inclusive, socially just environment. Support and accelerate the professional/academic and personal success of the full range of individuals the organization serves. Create inclusive work environments that support the success of the full range of employees across group membership. All of this looks great on…
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Infuse Issues of Diversity and Inclusion into Your Next Decision-Making Course
I’ve been talking a lot lately about infusing diversity and inclusion into every level of the organization. As you analyze the current culture and climate, you’ll be taking a close look at the policies, practices, training and procedures your organization currently has in place. Today, I want to share some pointers on how facilitators can instill diversity and inclusion into courses focused on decision-making. There are a number of ways to do this, and I’m sharing some of the strategies I’ve found to be most effective with you here. Teach others to practice tracking group interactions with an Inclusion Lens. Set-up role plays of group discussions and have observers track…
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Your Organization Revised the Diversity Statement…Now What?
Organizations across the country are increasing their commitment to create inclusive cultures that support the success of the full breadth of their clients and employees. But after you revise the new Diversity Statement, what’s next? Revising the Diversity Statement is Just the First Step Too often, I see organizations roll out a list of unconnected activities and trainings without a strategic accountability structure in place to ensure meaningful, sustainable organizational change. As you are likely aware, organizations are typically slow to change and can get stuck in the inertia of the status quo. Especially now, we can no longer afford to be complacent or wait for someone else to lead…
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Diversity pays dividends. Does your organization have an inclusive culture?
Why do even well-intended diversity efforts often fall short of expected outcomes – or do little more than to increase awareness? I hear that question a lot. It’s that very question that inspired me to write my most recent article. And it all starts with a metaphor on … trifocals. Curious? Take a few minutes out to read more.
