Celebrating Black History Month: Championing Diversity in the Workplace

February is the month designated for honoring and celebrating Black history. It’s a poignant time for businesses and organizations to reflect on the profound contributions of African American leaders in the business world. This commemoration isn’t just about honoring the past; it’s about integrating these rich legacies into the very fabric of our workplace cultures.…

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Amplifying the Voice of the Employee “VOE” is Crucial to DEI Success

A professional Black man is speaking to a group of colleagues.

When organizations enthusiastically jump on the bandwagon to implement DEI initiatives, they must first pause to consult the very people these initiatives are designed to support: the employees.  Amplifying the voice of the employee (VOE) is foundational when crafting DEI initiatives. As a DEI expert and strategist, I’ve witnessed firsthand how bypassing the Voice of…

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Beyond Binary Constraints: Advancing A Holistic Approach to DEI

Introduction: The Challenge of Binary Perspectives in DEI Initiatives As a DEI strategist, I’ve noticed a prevalent issue in many corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts: the tendency to view diversity through a binary lens, primarily focusing on race or gender. This narrow approach risks oversimplifying the complex identities of individuals and undermines the…

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