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Overcoming Unconscious Biases Reduces Barriers to Belonging
Biases affect all people. We cannot ask people to meet one another’s unique needs unless we understand our unconscious biases. Assume you are a hiring manager. You pick up a resume and see someone named Alex Stewart. They have a bachelor’s degree in international affairs, have worked in their chosen field for 13 years, and have […]
Read MoreBlack History Month, A Cause for Celebration
As we enter the second month of a new year, many of us remain hopeful that the learning from 2020 and the momentum of the Black Lives Matter movement will continue. While Black history is always important, February is the month dedicated to honoring and celebrating Black Americans’ history and many achievements. Since 1976, every American president has designated […]
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Unleashing the Magical Momentum of Group Mentoring Circles to Reinvigorate your ERGs
Reinvigorating the Momentum of ERGs Through Mentoring Circles Over the past several years, many organizations have formed or launched Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), business resource groups, or Employee Network Groups as part of their DEI+Belonging (DEIB) strategies. These ERGs are essential to connect employees to others with shared interests and backgrounds and connect them to […]
Read MoreInclusion for Patients and Caregivers
Reimagining Caregiver Support and a Cancer-Free World Being a caregiver can feel like a lonely experience, even though so many people find themselves in that role at some point. Recent data shows 53 million, or nearly one in five, people in the United States provide an adult with health care or functional needs. Making up […]
Read MoreLooking Beyond Tokenism
Part 2: Looking Beyond Tokenism In part one, we talked about how sharing impactful, authentic, and inclusive storytelling about employees can foster inclusion and a sense of belonging. With the positive intent to highlight personal stories to celebrate employees, some firms in their enthusiasm may risk being accused of tokenism. What is tokenism? According to […]
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