Why Belonging and Authenticity Go Hand in Hand
As you may know, given my life experiences, I’m a passionate advocate for belonging and authenticity—and not just in our personal lives, but in our professional lives as well. This is what led me to write The Authenticity Principle, my first book and my new book We’ve Got This: Unlocking the Beauty of Belonging. I […]
Why We Must Focus on the Unique Needs of Gen Z in the Workplace
Just as the dust began to settle after Millennials disrupted the workforce, it appears that there is yet another generation that is mystifying corporate leadership: Generation Z, or Gen Z for short. Gen Z is the post-Millennial generation, born between the years 1995 and 2010. This time period has been pivotal in shaping Gen Z’s worldview, given […]
We Must Keep Talking About White Fragility
Last week, we kicked off Black History Month, a celebration of Black history and excellence, and a continued moment to focus on interrupting the ways in which anti-Black racism permeates our workplaces and society at large. Over the last few years, it was so encouraging to see organizations working actively to address systemic racism and […]
My DEI Predictions for 2023
What a wild year 2022 turned out to be! From starting the year with COVID everywhere to the continuation of the “Great Resignation” to hybrid working becoming our new normal, last year was a roller coaster, to say the least. Despite the endless challenges we faced, it was so heartening to witness and be part of the […]
Why End of Year Self-Care is Critical for DEI Professionals
Self-care is DEI work! As another year comes to a close, it’s so critical for DEI professionals to prioritize self-care.
How to Step Up Your Allyship for Transgender Colleagues at Work
How to Step Up Your Allyship for Transgender Colleagues at Work As you may know, on November 20th we mark Transgender Day of Remembrance. This annual observance honors the memory of transgender people whose lives were lost because of anti-transgender violence. This day is a painful reminder of the ongoing oppression that people who are […]
Why Intersectionality is Key to Your Workplace Mental Health Inclusion Efforts
The last year has made it increasingly evident that prioritizing mental health inclusion is more critical than ever for organizations seeking to advance their DEI initiatives. Here are 3 ways to promote intersectional mental health inclusion at work.
Why Your Inclusion Strategy Must Include Truth and Reconciliation
Workplaces must do more to prioritize Truth and Reconciliation. Here are 5 ways to promote inclusion for your Indigenous team members.
Psychological Safety is Critical for Inclusion: Here are 4 Ways to Make This Happen in the Workplace
Psychological safety at work means trusting our leaders, feeling comfortable sharing our ideas and expressing our concerns and more. Here are four ways to embed psychological safety in your organization.
BIPOC Mental Health Month Resources to Help Promote Intersectional Inclusion
With July marking BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month, this is the perfect time for organizations to dig deep into the toll that racism and other experiences with oppression can have on BIPOC mental health and to prioritize mental health inclusion through an intersectional lens.
