No one likes being invited to the party just to be ignored, dismissed, and/or undervalued. Inclusion and belonging are core human needs that are too often ignored in work spaces for myriad reasons (a culture built on patriarchy and white supremacy being primary). One of the biggest influencers of organizational wellness is a sense of inclusion. In fact, most organizations fail in their Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) work because they didn’t prioritize inclusion first. You’ll learn how to foster a culture of inclusion and belonging that positively influences employee engagement and well-being which improves your organization’s ability to drive creativity, innovation, and impact.

You’ll leave with…

• An understanding of how social service / social justice work meets a real human need
• Knowledge on how to distinguish between diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice
• Practical tools, tips, & templates for building and embracing an organizational culture that values inclusion and diverse ways of being and doing