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Diversity and inclusioin

Oct 12
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Rosalyn Taylor

Nothing’s Changed, But Everything’s Different: Navigating the Complexities of Race

By | Diversity, Diversity and inclusioin, diversity and inclusion

In a recent podcast episode, Simma Lieberman “The Inclusionist”, and Rosalyn Taylor O’Neale engage in a provocative conversation about the significance of discussing race and the impact it can have on fostering understanding and dismantling stereotypes.  https://raceconvo.com/everyday-conversation-on-race-with-rosalyn-taylor-oneale-dei-og-for-47-years/ Rosalyn, a highly regarded diversity and inclusion thought leader, shares her experiences and insights, shedding light on the need for open dialogue across…

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Aug 29
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The 1963 March on Washington Changed My Life

By | Diversity and inclusioin, March on Washington 1963, Martin Luther King, race relations

A Young Kid’s Journey to Social Justice: The Impact of the 1963 March on Washington I never knew as a young kid that the 1963 March on Washington with Martin Luther King Jr. would set me on course for my life’s mission and work. Although I was too young to understand the politics and historical and systemic racism, I understood…

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Feb 01
2

A Conversation on Race in the Military, Haven for Harmony or Haven for White Supremacists

By | bias, conversations on race, Diversity, Diversity and inclusioin, race relations, racism, Uncategorized

Is there an increase in the number of  White Supremacists in the military? Is there an atmosphere  of harmony across race or is it a haven for racist behavior? Should we be concerned? Or, is the military doing more to root them out, expose and persecute white supremacists and haters based on race? In my first self-produced podcast, “Every Day…

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Jan 18
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Will the Real DEI Please Stand Up? Please Stand Up!

By | diverse workforce, diverse workplace, Diversity, Diversity and inclusioin, diversity and inclusion

Will the Real DEI Please Stand Up? Please Stand Up! Over twenty-eight years ago, when I started working professionally in the “diversity” field, I read “Beyond Race and Gender,” by Roosevelt Thomas. Dr. Thomas was very clear that real diversity in organizations was more than representation, and more than one issue. Diversity in organizations was more than looking good in…

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Jul 19
2

Let’s Move Beyond Fear Together

By | dialogue, Diversity and inclusioin, diversity and inclusion. biases, Fear of difference, race and gender, race relations, racism, Uncategorized

Fear of differences, ignorance about other perspectives and fear of perceived change is wrecking havoc and contributing to strong racial divides in the US and other parts of the world.  Some  people are vocal and proud of being racist. They worry that white people will be in the minority and will take any action to they think will prevent that…

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Jan 06
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Offer Extended- Equity Across the Gender Divide

By | Diversity and inclusioin, Gender communication, Gender Issues. Women's Success, inclusive culture, sexism, Sexual Harassment, Uncategorized

From: SIMMALIEBERMAN.COM <simma@simmalieberman.com> Subject: Equity Across the Gender Divide deadline extension Preheader: January 2018 Reply: simma@simmalieberman.com Having trouble viewing this email? Click here We’re happy to extend the special offer for this exciting program until January 31, 2018, because of the number of requests we’ve received from organizations in the last week. Equity Across the Gender Divide, Beyond Sexual Harassment Greetings, We…

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Nov 08
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Pitfalls of Recruiting a Diverse Workforce

By | Attracting talent, diverse teams, diverse workforce, Diversity and inclusioin, diversity and inclusion, diversity and inclusion leader, diversity at work, Diversity recruitment

The United States population is diverse. It’s no longer a question of when the workforce will change. It already has. There has been a huge increase in women, people of color and immigrants in the workforce in the last 25 years. Diversity is not just a good idea today. It is a business imperative if you want to stay competitive…

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Jul 22
0

Three Ways to Stop Diversity Stress

By | diverse teams, diverse workforce, Diversity and inclusioin, diversity and inclusion, Diversity Stress, Uncategorized

Stop Diversity Stress   Working with people who are different than you can be stressful but it doesn’t have to be. It may be hard for many of us to admit, especially with all the conversation about diversity, equity and inclusion. Denying being uncomfortable won’t make you more comfortable. If you’ve ever experienced “Diversity Stress,” and want stop it, keep reading….

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