Supporting homophobia and/or racism, is not a “matter of opinion,” it is racism and homophobia. I believe in meeting people where they are to take them to another level and educate them in ways that are relevant to them. I’m always curious and learn when I hear different sides, opinions and perspectives on issues. However, being anti-LGBT under the guise…
Here is an action you can take to leverage diversity and prevent biased thinking. Inclusionist Leadership Action #1 Be conscious of your visceral reaction or any thoughts or judgements you have about the next 3 people you see. What story immediately comes to mind without a second thought? Notice their age, clothing, skin color, age and any other visible characteristics at…
That march and the subsequent ones inspired my work in diversity, and fueled and ignited my passion for inclusion, because when people feel included in something greater than themselves, and when one person can help another person or group of people be successful, we’ll be creating better communities, workplaces, and a better world for all of us. In 1963, we…
I Was There – March on Washington 1963 My First Diversity Step This week is the 50th Anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. I’m so glad that I was there and part of history. That’s where my diversity journey really began. I wish I could say that it was because I saw Martin Luther King, and…
The recent Supreme Court Decisions overturning DOMA and Prop 8 have far-reaching impact diversity and inclusion in the workplace beyond providing federal and state benefits for same-sex married couples. These decisions also affect single LGBT and heterosexual people in those workplaces, along with LGBT employees in states where same-sex marriage is not yet legal. In the past month, I’ve gotten…
What am I missing? This guy is out of his mind. Sexting is not an addiction? He just can’t stop no matter how hard he tries. Oh wait, he didn’t try, but he claims he has no problem? Is sexting his after work hobby? And he’s talking in double-speak and won’t drop out. This guy should have gone into sex…
Diversity and Inclusion Leaders Need to Know How to be Diversity and Inclusion Allies By Simma Lieberman, The Inclusionist At some point in our lives, everyone needs an ally, a person who supports our ideas, encourages us to follow our dreams, or defends us against naysayers. At some point in our lives, we’ve probably all had opportunities to be an…
Based on a lot of what I’ve read on social media, I think we have to be clear that George Zimmerman is not white. Racists need him to be white so they can target Trayvon, his family and Black people. It wouldn’t work as well if they looked at him as a Latino. The defense needs portray him as white…
The not guilty verdict for George Zimmerman harkens me back to the Dred Scott decision, that blacks “had no rights which the white man was bound to respect. My heart hurts for Trayvon Martin’s parents, who were essentially told that their son’s lifehad no value and that the boy they raised and loved, didn’t count. As a mother, I can…
Whether its serving the customer, training employees or working long hours, the restaurant industry can be very stressful. Having to create new menu items, deal with investors, and stay ahead of the competition can take its toll on relationships and health. Even though your work can be challenging and exciting you may still experience stress symptoms such as headaches, neck…
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