Representation matters the same way in any organization or industry. It is crucial to whether current and future employees feel included or see themselves rising to the top of your organization. Would someone like Kamala Harris see herself represented on your board of directors or executive leadership team? And if she’s not represented, do you have policies in place that foster her rise to be the first, or are there hurdles due to the absence of an inclusive culture?
Read MoreWe should treat diversity and inclusion (D&I) as a humanity issue rather than a personnel issue. This insightful statement supports the argument that D&I goes beyond human resources (HR) in the ongoing debate about whether the leadership and management of D&I initiatives belong within HR or reporting directly to the head of the organization.
Read MoreEmpathy does not mean acceptance. Taking a stand to speak out against injustices and creating a supportive and equitable environment for everyone is just being human. If you fear that you will offend your board of directors, senior team, staff, and customers by being human, you have a bigger problem. After hearing this insightful perspective on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), it’s hard to comprehend why anyone would deem it unnecessary.
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