Allyship and the Problem with Labels Allyship is a slippery word. We want people to do better so we tell them to “be an ally” but then people ask us “okay, I want to help. I’m an ally. Now what do I do?” So then we told people that allyship wasn’t enough (...
I was facilitating for a team this past week and in a conversation about workplace boundaries I presented this quote, “Boundaries are the distance at which I can love you and me simultaneously.” - Prentis Hemphill And depending on your relationship with love...
The Necessity of Common Language In this article, I will explore the history of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), and how this distillation of a widespread social justice down to a Corporate speak acronym, combined with the American media machine, has made it...
I recently had the pleasure of co-hosting an intentional conversation with Dr. Nika White on her vodcast about trauma-informed leadership and nonviolent communication. The conversation was live-streamed on LinkedIn, so make sure to catch the replay on YouTube or...
As Q4 ends, it's the perfect time to plan for the year ahead. I recently moderated a panel on supplier diversity, highlighting the challenge of terms like diversity, equity, and inclusion feeling like checkboxes. In this article, I explore social impact strategy's...
The Startling Reality of Commitment to Allyship. Only 4% of people who claim to be allies have the temerity to last more than a news cycle. I recently read an article from Theresa M. Robinson who does work specifically around empowering and coaching White would-be...
Have you been wondering how to uphold the DEI efforts within your organization in a post affirmative action era? While it may seem like there is a political attack on the efforts of DEI professionals, now more than ever there is an opportunity to create a data backed...
What if I told you there was a three-part strategy to create universal agreement and alignment on creating equitable inclusive spaces for all people all the time? Sounds impossible right? Have you heard of the Montreal protocol? If you're like me, you're probably...
For several years organizations have increasingly recognized the significance of fostering inclusive work cultures and empowering their employees from diverse backgrounds. Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) play a vital role in creating a sense of community, driving...
In today's diverse workforce, building an inclusive work environment is vital for organizations to thrive. An inclusive workplace culture ensures that all employees, regardless of their backgrounds, feel valued, respected, and included. And of course, being seen and...
We are not alone in our leadership crisis. Stranger times have been traversed. And all signs point to evolution, not obliteration.
The Problem with Calling People ‘Resilient’ "You’re so resilient." It sounds like a compliment—but is it? During the February Facilitator Forum, we explored the question: How is resilience a compliment? Through this dialogue, one thing became abundantly clear: many of...
What Does Decolonized Leadership Mean? When thinking about leadership at large, countless books have been written on management, leadership, and how to “get it right.” Some of my early favorites included works by Dale Carnegie, Ken Blanchard, Jim Collins, and Napoleon...
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