The Diversity Movement

🎃 Halloween is for everyone! Let’s make it fun and inclusive. When planning your costume this year, avoid cultural appropriation or costumes that mock someone’s race, identity, or experiences. Instead, celebrate creativity by choosing costumes that are fun and respectful. Want more tips for planning an inclusive Halloween celebration for all? Check out our article below ⬇️ #InclusiveHalloween #RespectfulCostumes #CelebrateDiversity

Don't let your employees slip through the cracks! Fostering strong relationships at work is essential for boosting engagement, collaboration, and productivity. By encouraging open communication, empathy, and team-building activities, leaders create a more satisfied and loyal workforce. 💼🤝 Whether in-person or remote, prioritizing connections helps build a thriving workplace culture where employees feel valued and motivated. Want to learn how to strengthen relationships in your organization? Check out the link below! #Leadership #WorkplaceCulture #TeamBuilding

This month, we celebrate the incredible contributions, achievements, and resilience of the LGBTQ+ community throughout history. From the pioneers of the equality movement to today's advocates for love and acceptance, their courage has shaped a more inclusive world for us all. Learn more about LGBTQ+ history and how to foster a more inclusive space with our guide, linked below!🏳️🌈💪 #LGBTQHistoryMonth #EqualityForAll #LGBTQVoices

A trusting manager-employee relationship is the cornerstone of a thriving workplace. In fact, an employee’s direct relationship with their manager accounts for 70% of the variance in team engagement. Yet, despite its critical importance, many leaders overlook the need for relationship-building in favor of more immediate priorities. Join us on November 14 for a complimentary 1-hour webinar that will equip you with actionable strategies to cultivate an inclusive workplace culture by nurturing relationships at work. Our expert panel will cover how: - Relationship quality directly impacts employee engagement and productivity - Leaders can strengthen relationships with their teams with specific tips you can implement right away - To effectively prioritize relationship-building, even in remote and hybrid workplaces - To navigate and enhance relationships on multigenerational, diverse teams Save your seat through the link in the comments! #EmployeeEngagement #RelationshipBuilding #LeadershipAdvice

🎉 October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, a time to celebrate our differences and recognize the invaluable contributions of individuals with disabilities to the workplace and our society. Did you know that only 41.2% of people with disabilities who are of prime working age (ages 16 through 64) are actively employed? This month offers an opportunity to reflect on the disability employment gap and explore how your company can better support employees with disabilities, attract new talent, and foster a more inclusive environment. To kickstart this important journey, we invite you to read our guidebook, which outlines actionable steps your organization can take to eliminate barriers and promote inclusion. 🌟 #NDEAM #InclusionMatters #DisabilityAwareness

Engaged employees are more productive, innovative, and present than their disengaged counterparts. However, employee engagement is alarmingly low, reaching just 23% globally. This lack of engagement remains despite various initiatives promised to increase morale, leaving leaders wondering “Why aren’t my current efforts working?” In order to improve engagement, organizations must first accurately measure employee morale. Enter: the #EmployeeSurvey. In her article, Kaela Sosa, CDE® shares sample #EmployeeEngagement survey questions, tips for conducting surveys, and tips for analyzing the results. Check it out through the link in the comments.

For leaders of global organizations, self-awareness is a fundamental trait. Leaders who possess self-awareness are constantly attuned to the impact of their words and actions on others, allowing them to adapt and lead with greater efficacy. These leaders are acutely conscious of their language, behaviors, and biases, which enables them to make more informed decisions and build trust in their teams. Danielle (Zielonka) Pavliv, CDE, MSHRM, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at SAS, explains how leaders can leverage their networks to uncover personal biases and in turn increase their self-awareness in The Inclusive Leadership Handbook. Read advice from Danielle and other leaders by getting your copy today through the link in the comments. #InclusiveLeadership #SelfAwareness #LeadershipAdvice

Client Spotlight: We recently partnered with Ullico Inc. to build a comprehensive DEI strategy including organizational assessments and leadership development. Read how we helped the organization boost employee engagement and cultivate a more inclusive leadership team in our latest case study linked in the comments below. Tracey Coker #CaseStudy #ClientSpotlight #DiversityEquityAndInclusion

Friendly reminder this #ElectionSeason courtesy of Eric Galton. #CivilConversations #CommunicationTips

🌍 October is #GlobalDiversityAwarenessMonth 🌍 It’s vital to embrace diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences in the workplace in order to fuel innovation and drive success. This month is an excellent opportunity to highlight the values and contributions of different cultures and communities in our workplaces and beyond. If you're looking for ways to authentically celebrate diversity within your organization, download our free guide linked in the comments for actionable ideas and real-life examples. We're here to help you lead the charge in creating workplaces that reflect the richness of the world we live in and achieve better business outcomes. #DEI #InclusiveWorkplaces #DiversityOfThought