D for Diversity! Yes! More and more, we see small to large companies stepping to the plate to ensure a more diverse workforce. With rainbow flags of celebration and inclusion initiatives rolling out in droves, a large part of the world is finally celebrating all the thoughts and things that make humans different. And at …
In our society, we often like to put things into categories. It’s easier that way. We can file everything away under neat little headings and never have to worry about it again. But when it comes to diversity, this system just doesn’t work. People are not black or white. They’re a whole range of different …
Diversity is not a black and white issue, So why do we make it one? Read More »
With the advent of the internet, there are more stereotypes than ever. Who doesn’t love a good stereotype? What’s not to like about making fun of someone or something that you don’t understand? But with all of these stereotypes comes an even bigger question. That question being whether or not our own stereotypes are actually …
When Aya joined an accounting firm, she was excited to see people from all different cultures working together. She had always been interested in other cultures and loved learning about them. At first, she found it a little challenging to adjust to the culture of the Workplace, but she soon realized that everyone was just …
What is “Cultural Diversity” and How to Celebrate it in the Workplace? Read More »
You’re in the office, at a meeting. Someone says something insensitive, and you want to call them out on it. Yet you don’t quite know what to say. You want to express your feeling of being excluded or ostracized by their words, but if you do that, they might feel like they’re being attacked for …
Diversity vs. Inclusion vs. Belonging (the difference) Read More »
We’ve all been there. We’re minding our own business, going about our day when suddenly something someone says or does sets us off. We might feel our heart rate spike, our face flush, and our stomach tense up. We might even feel like we’re about to explode. This can be a scary and overwhelming feeling. …
Triggered? How DEI Can Help You Navigate Tough Conversations Read More »
A mother and her 5-year-old child are casually going about their day when the daughter suddenly points out an individual in the crowd. “Mommy, that man is evil.” “Why do you say that, Ashton?” “Because he is tall and wearing all black.” It’s fascinating how children come to conclusions with such certainty, so much that …
What is Unconscious Bias, and Why Should You Care? Read More »
Sitting in a meeting talking about DEI, I realized I had been here before. The room was filled with people who looked like me, and they were talking about all the things they were doing to help people who looked like me. They were talking about the strategies they were using to help people who …
DEI and the Invisible Glass Ceiling: How to Combat Unconscious Bias Read More »
Have you ever tried to undo a problem that took you years to create in one day? We’re all guilty of it. It’s like that friend who is inspired to follow through on a clean-eating diet after a lifetime of mindless eating. Although virtuous, her motivation to do better will fail after day three – …
I’ve been lucky enough to work with companies that are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. They have a DEI (Diversity Equity and Inclusion) team whose job is to make sure everyone feels welcome and valued. DEI benefits the company by making it easier for us to collaborate with other teams with different backgrounds than …
