A DEI Approach to DEI

This session will help attendees identify and address unconscious biases that can influence decision-making and interactions in the workplace. Participants will learn how these biases manifest, their impact on organizational culture, and strategies for mitigating them. The session provides practical tools for creating a more equitable and inclusive work environment by bringing unconscious biases to light and addressing them proactively.

In this session, participants will explore the concept of microaggressions—subtle, often unintentional, behaviors or comments that can marginalize individuals or groups. Attendees will learn to recognize microaggressions, understand their cumulative impact on workplace culture, and develop strategies for responding to and preventing them. The session emphasizes the importance of fostering a respectful and inclusive environment by addressing these behaviors.

This session will empower attendees to become effective allies in the workplace by supporting colleagues from underrepresented groups. Participants will learn what it means to be an ally, how to use their privilege to advocate for others, and strategies for creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. The session focuses on actionable steps for standing up against discrimination and promoting equity.

In this session, participants will develop skills for communicating inclusively in diverse work environments. Attendees will learn techniques for ensuring that their communication is respectful, clear, and considerate of different perspectives and cultural contexts. The session provides practical tools for fostering open dialogue, reducing misunderstandings, and building stronger, more inclusive teams.

This session will equip leaders with the skills needed to lead inclusively, fostering an environment where all team members feel valued and respected. Participants will explore the key attributes of inclusive leadership, including empathy, cultural awareness, and the ability to navigate diverse perspectives. The session provides strategies for integrating inclusivity into leadership practices and decision-making processes.

Attendees in this session will learn how to develop cultural competence—the ability to understand, appreciate, and interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds. Participants will explore the importance of cultural competence in the workplace, gain insights into different cultural perspectives, and learn strategies for enhancing cross-cultural communication and collaboration. The session emphasizes the role of cultural competence in building inclusive and high-performing teams.

This session will introduce participants to the concept of intersectionality, which recognizes how different aspects of identity (such as race, gender, and sexual orientation) intersect and impact individuals’ experiences in the workplace. Attendees will learn to identify and address the unique challenges faced by individuals with intersecting identities and develop strategies for creating a workplace that supports and values all employees. The session highlights the importance of understanding and addressing intersectionality to achieve true inclusion.

In this session, participants will explore the importance of women’s initiatives in promoting gender equity in the workplace. Attendees will learn how to develop, support, and sustain initiatives that empower women, foster leadership opportunities, and address the unique challenges women face in their careers. The session provides strategies for creating impactful women’s initiatives that drive organizational change and support the advancement of women in the workplace.

This session will focus on the role of Affinity Groups and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) in fostering a sense of belonging and community within organizations. Participants will learn how to establish and sustain effective ERGs, develop programming that aligns with organizational goals, and measure the impact of these groups on employee engagement and inclusion. The session emphasizes the value of ERGs in promoting diversity, supporting underrepresented employees, and driving positive organizational change.

This session will teach participants how to give and receive feedback in a way that promotes inclusion and growth. Attendees will learn techniques for delivering feedback that is constructive, respectful, and mindful of diverse perspectives, as well as strategies for receiving feedback with openness and a focus on improvement. The session emphasizes the role of inclusive feedback in fostering a positive workplace culture where all employees feel valued and supported in their development.