Inclusive Manager’s Program Kick-off
Course runs from September 23 to November 15 Online Learning Event - for more information, see https://deettajones.com/inclusive-manager-toolkit/
The Importance of Diversity in the K-12 Curriculum
Parents and communities rely on schools to teach children the basics. However, over the past few decades, classrooms have become more diverse. As a result, educators have faced pressure to…
Cultural Sensitivity in Healthcare: Better Care for All
Healthcare workers in the U.S. treat millions of patients each year. As the nation becomes more religiously, racially, and ethnically diverse, the patient population that healthcare providers encounter will change.…
Religion in the Workplace: Steps toward Inclusion
Religion has always played a prominent role in American life. So, it should come as no surprise that discussions of religion sometimes happen in the workplace. Religion in the workplace…
What the Least Diverse Industries Can Do to Improve
Diversity is a popular topic. Today, more companies are hiring Diversity and Inclusion managers than ever before. Yet, some companies continue to struggle with diversity. However, when diversity challenges exist…
Check Your Privilege: What it Means and How to Do It
In the past few years, conversations around privilege have become more common. As talk about privilege increased, new terms were created to describe it. One such term – “Check your…
Creating Inclusion in Nonprofit Organizations
In a previous entry, this blog noted that women, people of color, and other members of marginalized groups are grossly underrepresented in the nonprofit sector. While this situation is troubling,…
Inclusive Holiday Celebrations: A Guide for Organizations
In December, most organizations throw parties to celebrate the end of a year and to thank employees for their hard work. However, before hanging a wreath, lighting a tree, or…
Teacher Diversity: Why it Matters
Every state requires its children to attend school. Schools of all types strive to teach their students the traditional three “R’s” – reading, ‘riting, and ‘rithmetic. However, schools that are…
Confirmation Bias: How it Hurts Your Organization
Imagine a person who had been told his entire life that those who drive red cars are the worst drivers. As he drives, he sees many types of cars and…
