We need real metrics to tackle workplace diversity
“There is a crucial organizational design flaw with the current model of hiring a head of DEI, paying them handsomely, and giving them ‘influence, not power.’”
What’s The Strategy? Corporate Activism And Anti-Trans Bills
What we’re listening to: “What’s The Strategy? Corporate Activism And Anti-Trans Bills” on the It’s Been a Minute with Sam Sanders podcast
Omaha Fire Department emphasizing public sector diversity
On Tuesday, the Omaha Fire Department announced that they are focusing on hiring more women and people of color. “Representatives of the department say having someone to relate to when on a call only helps when it comes to resolving emergencies, [and] the more diversity they have in the station, the more cohesive they become as a team.”
Takeaways From 231 CHROs on Successful DEI Strategies
Gallup recently spoke with 231 CHROs from large companies worldwide to discuss how they address DEI.
Amplifying Voices of Colleagues At Work is Vital to DEI
A recent study found that amplifying team members’ ideas helps in more ways than we might expect
Report: Bleak Picture of Diversity in the Music Industry
“The profile of top artists may give some in the industry the illusion that music is an inclusive business, but the numbers at the top tell a different story.”
Diversity Disclosures: A Tool That Can Change Tech
“How can we inspire more women to join our industry when all they see is the men being allowed to speak on public platforms?”
Addiction at Work: Supporting Employees the Right Way
What does support look like for employees who are facing addiction?
DE&I: Most Companies Are ‘Going Through the Motions’
motions” with DE&I procedures – in most cases, resorting to traditional corporate training or programming tactics – can contribute to more division than unity”
APAC Employees Face Significant Challenges at Work
“The whole DEI area is not where you can have ad-hoc champions like you used to in the early days. You need domain specialists, people who have understood and handled complex situations across markets.”
