Janna Allen Hines Consulting

We are proud to announce that we are now officially members of the Halifax Chamber of Commerce! 🎉 Joining this incredible network is an important step for us as we continue our work of advancing #Diversity, #Equity, and #Inclusion. We’re looking forward to connecting with like-minded businesses and community leaders to foster more inclusive workplaces and build stronger, more equitable communities. #DEI #HalifaxChamber #InclusiveWorkplace #Equity #CommunityLeadership #Networking #BusinessGrowth #HalifaxNS

How many of you watched the #PresidentialDebate last night? 🙋🏾♀️ What are the chances someone at your office will likely talk about it? 🗣 Many workplace employers today will attempt to keep harmony by creating policies aimed at preventing discussion of politics in the workplace. But inevitably difficult conversations arise, and the worst thing a manager can do is ignore the situation and hope for the best. 🤞🏾 At Janna Allen Hines Consulting, we've developed a library of resources to help employees understand how to navigate difficult conversations in the workplace. One of those resources is our "BREAK" framework for quickly deescalating ourselves and thoughtfully responding to conflict. During this #election2024 season, I'm sure we'll all need to take a #BREAK at some point. Managers may not be able to keep political discourse from occurring, but you can prevent those conversations from undermining your team's ability to do their jobs effectively. For more info on our "BREAK" framework, and more resources for teams in the workplace, feel free to reach out. #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #Consulting #Leadership #People #Culture #ConflictManagement

🚨 70 days until the U.S. presidential election! 🚨 Is your workplace ready for the conversations, challenges, and emotions that this season can bring? 🗓️ Join us for self-paced videos and live office hours where we dive deep into: - Crafting respectful communications and policies. - Preventing workplace incivility. - Empowering your team’s mental health during high-stress times. - Boosting productivity, even during politically charged moments. Let’s ensure your team thrives through this election season. Learn more and sign up today! https://lnkd.in/etaQzBva #DEI #WorkplaceCulture #Election2024 #Leadership #InclusiveWorkplace

Feeling prepared to navigate #ElectionSeason within your workplace? Let us help! Register for Exploring Election Season in the workplace and get access to a comprehensive resource designed to support your organization during this critical time. #DEI #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #WorkplaceCulture #Leadership #Election 2024

We’re excited to introduce our latest offering: "Exploring Election Season in the Workplace" – a comprehensive resource designed to support your organization during this critical time. What’s Included? - Self-Paced Videos: Covering essential topics like preparing communications around harassment and discrimination policies, strategies to inhibit incivility, applying your organization’s values during election season, and empowering employees’ self-care while optimizing productivity. - Weekly Office Hour: Join our open Zoom session every week for an hour to get your questions answered and dive deeper into these strategies. Ready to navigate election season inclusively? Let’s get started! #DEI #ElectionSeason #WorkplaceCulture #Leadership #EmployeeWellbeing #DiversityAndInclusion

We had the incredible opportunity to attend a networking event for women entrepreneurs in Nova Scotia, hosted by #BWIE. Connecting with so many inspiring women who are leading impactful businesses in Halifax was truly empowering. The event was a fantastic platform to exchange ideas, share experiences, and forge new partnerships. We're grateful to connect with these amazing entrepreneurs to further our mission of promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the business world. Thank you, BWIE, for organizing such a meaningful event! ✨ #BlkWomenInExcellence #WomenInBusiness #Entrepreneurship #Networking #DEI #Halifax #NovaScotia #WomenEmpowerment #BusinessImpact

Summer 2024 has been filled with great work alongside great clients! Last month, we facilitated an impactful in-person DEI strategy session for Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines. The session was designed to enhance collaboration between their business resource groups, DEI council, and executive sponsors, all aimed at advancing their shared diversity, equity, and inclusion goals for 2024. During the session, participants engaged in dynamic activities that fostered a deeper understanding of each other's roles and how best to collaborate on efforts towards their collective DEI objectives. It was inspiring to witness the thoughtful discussion and dedication as everyone worked together to forge stronger bonds and clearer pathways forward. As a result, participants left the session more aligned and equipped with actionable insights to sustain and enhance their collaborative efforts moving forward.  Thanks to Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines for choosing Janna Allen Hines Consulting as their partner in this journey towards a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace! #DEI #DiversityAndInclusion #ERGs #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #Collaboration #Leadership #InclusiveCulture #Teamwork

Last week we had the incredible opportunity to facilitate an in-person training session with North Carolina Arts in Action! Our focus was on understanding the origins of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), starting with the landmark Civil Rights Act of 1964. When there's so much confusion & backlash towards DEI, we have to understand its original context of fighting segregation and discrimination in employment opportunity through the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Clarity is key for shared understanding. Participants engaged in thought-provoking discussions and hands-on activities, honing their communication skills to foster more inclusive and effective interactions. It was inspiring to see such enthusiasm and commitment to advancing DEI principles. Together, we're building more inclusive workplaces, one step at a time. Thank you, North Carolina Arts in Action, for your commitment to advancing DEI and for partnering with us on this journey! #DEI #CivilRights #InclusiveWorkplace #EffectiveCommunication #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #DEITraining

I'm still reflecting on my enlightening #MLKDay conversation with Eunice Makinde and two lessons from Dr. King to help us advance #DEI in the face of current attacks. 1️⃣ Be clear about where you are & what you're committed to. "All we say to America is, 'Be true to what you said on paper'...Somewhere I read of the freedom of speech. Somewhere I read of the freedom of the press. Somewhere I read that the greatness of America is the right to protest for rights." - MLK, "I've Been to the Mountaintop" Dr. King reminded the nation of its inclusive commitments outlined in the U.S. Constitution. Similarly, following the murder of #GeorgeFloyd, organizations made commitments to Black folks and #DEI. However, as Eunice mentioned, organizations weren't clear about where they REALLY were in their DEI journey and what they truly wanted to commit themselves to. Before writing another DEI statement, creating a recruitment strategy, or responding to the latest incident organizations must assess their current environment and what they actually support. 2️⃣ Take action holistically and systemically to embed DEI within your organization. “The third thing that we can say about this method (nonviolence) is that it directs its attack at systems of evil rather than individuals who may be caught up in the system. " - Dr. King’s “Justice Without Violence” lecture at Brandeis University In order to #DefendDEI in this current sociopolitical climate, we must move beyond programmatic activities to establishing the values of diversity, equity & inclusion as non-negotiable ways of being within our organizations. Ready to systemically embed #DEI within your organization & drive success? Reach out to us for a conversation!