DEI News, & Insights

Inclusion Tip of the Day: Pronouns 

Using someone’s correct pronouns isn’t just polite; it’s a sign of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Check out these tips to get it right with pronouns…   Pronouns 101: Instead of assuming, try: “Hi, I’m [name], and my pronouns are she/her. How about you?” If...

4 Tips for Inclusive Meetings

Did you know that when employees feel a strong sense of belonging at work, their job performance improves by more than 50% and they take about 75% fewer sick days? We’re entering a new era of the workforce…one that’s intentional, inclusive, and centers its employees....

10+ Resources to Help You Honor and Learn More About Indigenous Peoples this Native American History Month

November marks Native American Heritage Month. It is a time full of celebration, reflection, and resistance. This month, we gather to celebrate the stories and traditions of Native Americans that are woven into their cultural practices and history.

Anti-Immigrant Sentiment – A Recurring and Dangerous Pattern

Anti-Immigrant Sentiment – A Recurring and Dangerous Pattern

As the United States enters the 2024 Election season, the topic of rising anti-immigrant sentiment has reentered into our society. Immigrants and their descendants play a huge role in who we are as a nation and are valuable members of our society. As a society, it’s...

From Binary to Spectrum: LGBTQ+ Inclusion in the Workplace

From Binary to Spectrum: LGBTQ+ Inclusion in the Workplace

Much progress has been made in securing the rights of members of the LGBTQ+ community since the Stonewall riots in 1969. That was when New York City Police raided the Stonewall Inn, a gay club in Greenwich Village in New York City. Six days of protests and violent...

From Hostage to Explorer: The 4 Types of Participants in Trainings

From Hostage to Explorer: The 4 Types of Participants in Trainings

Last month we talked about “Five Curve Balls Thrown During DEI Trainings (and How to Respond).” We gave examples of misunderstandings and challenges that may come up during Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) training. That discussion focused on engaged learners...