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I've been working at the Climate Justice Organizing HUB for just over a year as our Activist Resource Person and one of the top requests we get for support from grassroots groups is "recruitment and retention". This is also an area of focus highlighted in my recently published report "Tools for Change" (link below). When we received a request from For Our Kids for a tailored recruitment and retention workshop, I decided to try a different approach. After a one-on-one conversation with one of the team leads, we uncovered that challenges with recruitment and retention reflected underlying struggles with several interrelated factors pertaining to distributed leadership, leadership development, team structure and purpose. The workshop I developed and delivered is a bit unconventional - its focus is campaigns and teams - but I think it gets to some foundational considerations that require attention in grassroots organizations, even before we can begin discussing and refining practices for onboarding, one-on-ones, ladders of engagement/circles of commitment etc. Check it out and let me know your thoughts! https://lnkd.in/gBDRPa4A Tools for Change report: https://lnkd.in/d_tRmR_r

I wish I would have learned earlier in my career the importance of vocalizing what I need, and what's important to me in terms of my development. If you don't ask, you will never get. Of course, there is a balance between this, and being an entitled jerk :) Very early in my career, I was given the advice to essentially do as I was told and not rock the boat, which made me gun-shy about expressing what was important to me. Indeed, I believe it is important to embrace the challenges and opportunities that come with being the rookie, and learn as much as you can from every situation. But, there is also value in respectfully questioning from a place of curiosity to learn the broader context , and to be transparent with your leaders about what is important to you at that time in your career. And by the way - it's okay if early in your career, money is the most important thing to you, and you communicate that to your leader. Obviously, your expectations need to be tempered by the role you're in, and what can be done within the guidelines of the organization, but by creating open dialogue with your leader, you will know where you stand.

Deepen your understanding of bias and inclusive culture in a supportive environment. On May 7, Deepening Foundations and Embedding Actions guides you through a thorough understanding of inclusive and welcoming board practices. In this half-day virtual workshop, you can expect to: ◆ Engage with advanced issues related to board diversity and inclusion. ◆ Assess opportunities to engage diverse community members in governance. ◆ Identify actions to further foster an inclusive board culture. ◆ Develop equitable and inclusive leadership skills to support the engagement of current and future diverse board members. ◆ Apply a tool to evaluate current board equity, diversity and inclusion practices. Register today and begin your journey towards stronger equity, diverse and inclusive practices! https://ow.ly/Nmwy50QI2J8

Deepen your understanding of bias and inclusive culture in a supportive environment. On May 7, Deepening Foundations and Embedding Actions guides you through a thorough understanding of inclusive and welcoming board practices. In this half-day virtual workshop, you can expect to: ◆ Engage with advanced issues related to board diversity and inclusion. ◆ Assess opportunities to engage diverse community members in governance. ◆ Identify actions to further foster an inclusive board culture. ◆ Develop equitable and inclusive leadership skills to support the engagement of current and future diverse board members. ◆ Apply a tool to evaluate current board equity, diversity and inclusion practices. Register today and begin your journey towards stronger equity, diverse and inclusive practices! https://ow.ly/Nmwy50QI2J8

I have taken time to learn more about an important aspect of leadership "Developing Emotional Intelligence to Further Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion" - by Farah Harris! Also proud to lead a diverse team here at Avantor Services, I found this course to be well balanced and it is delivered articulately by Farah (some great points of consideration raised). I am off to put this training to great use. Check it out: https://lnkd.in/eh59_zBY #diversityinclusion, #emotionalintelligence

Today on Almavina Insights, the value of connection and community. How would it feel to have a group of like-minded professionals with whom you could network, learn, problem solve, and celebrate? A safe space outside of your workplace to share your frustrations AND your accomplishments? To give and get support? If this sounds like something you would value, comment below or on the post. Professional Learning Cohorts are under development... https://lnkd.in/gdxWkrq9

If you really want inclusion and diversity, TODAY target training budgets to front line underrepresented employees with a focus on building an internal pipeline of people skilled at thinking. 🎤 While not in higher level, high paying positions, these groups need a boost in problem solving, engagement, and collaboration skills. This will facilitate impactful contributions which will increase their visibility and promotability and shift the perception of their capabilities in the minds of executives and coworkers. This will at the same time, boost their confidence, which is critical to success. 🔌 Similarly, if you improve the collaborative leadership, problem solving, communication, and systems thinking skills of the employees with high-interface ratios (number of daily contacts with other employees), this has an osmotic benefit to the entire organization with permeating impact.

At Inspire, we want to be open and honest; we want to be transparent with our aims and way of working and so our first value is called “Clear Expectations”. We believe that having clear expectations has extensive benefits to both our young people and our staff. It enables trust to be built on honest and open communication for everyone and maintains consistency for our young people 🙌 Having clear expectations ensures consistency in our homes, which is very important for young people to feel at home. The nature of our homes means that there are many different staff members on a shift and rota basis. Having clear expectations means that there is consistency amongst the different staff members as well as individuality. When everyone is on the same page regarding their roles, responsibilities, and behaviour, it creates a stable and predictable environment ✨ To read more about our values, click here 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wKZM8

For the elective I'm following at RSM (DIFW RSM), I had the privilege of participating in an enriching panel session recently, delving into the crucial topics of Diversity, Inclusion, and the Future of Work. It was an eye-opening experience that underscored the importance of fostering a workplace culture that celebrates differences and paves the way for a more inclusive and equitable future. The different panellists gave valuable insights on the different questions asked by students. One of the key takeaways from our discussion was the power of open conversations as the way for a more inclusive workplace. It's not just about ticking boxes but actively creating an environment where everyone feels heard and valued. Unconscious bias is a challenge we all face. Our conversation underscored the importance of awareness and education to address these biases head-on. By fostering a culture of continuous learning and self-reflection, we can collectively work towards dismantling preconceived notions and creating a more level playing field. I extend my gratitude to the panellists and everyone who participated. This session was a reminder that real change begins with open, honest conversations and a commitment to continuous improvement. Let's carry the momentum forward, I am excited to keep working on this topic in the coming weeks. 

We live in an age fraught with inequity and marginalization. So how do we learn to navigate these issues and grow our professional lives while also being a part of the change? In this transformative class with Bespoken founder and public speaking expert Jackie Miller, we’ll discuss how to dismantle biases, cultivate empathy, and implement actionable techniques for creating a culture of belonging. You’ll learn the tools to help you address systemic barriers while fostering open dialogue and understanding among team members, allowing you to build a foundation for equitable and inclusive environments that thrive on diversity and collaboration. Our Guest Speaker: Jackie Miller [she/her] Jackie Miller launched Bespoken in 2015 to channel years of professional performance experience into techniques that improve public speaking, presenting, and professional communication skills. Bespoken’s motto – Own Your Voice – stems from the belief that everyone has the ability to communicate purposefully when given tools tailored to their unique voice allowing them to make powerful verbal and physical choices on their own. Client highlights include Showtime, Uber, Simon & Schuster, Columbia Business School, and Johnson & Johnson. Jackie’s diverse experience has shown her that regardless of one’s age or profession, the desire to speak with purpose is a universal one – and one she’s proud to help many different people achieve. Jackie holds a B.F.A. in Performance and M.A. in Arts and Public Policy, both from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts. Online class is on March 7, 6pm ET. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gkSnsPQa #reinventyourself #selfreflection #selfbetterment #lifecoach #lifejourney #howtobecomebetter #reinvention #womeninbusiness #podcastaboutlife #womencommunity #careertips #belongingnessinwork #workcommunity #workculture #inclusionatwork #betterworkculture