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🚨 New Program launches February 2025! In today's polarized climate, difficult conversations are inevitable and the stakes are high. Whether it’s addressing differing perspectives, sensitive topics, or conflicting opinions, the ability to engage constructively is a critical skill for fostering collaboration, trust, and innovation. Introducing We Can't Talk About That at Work! Mastering the Art of Navigating Polarizing Topics - a brand new 3-session series that equips you with both the theoretical understanding and practical expertise needed to master polarizing conversations. Whether you register for 1 or all, each session stands on its own, offering effective frameworks and strategies to build your skills and confidence in navigating tricky conversations. 1️⃣ Session 1: Managing the “I” in Inclusive Conversations February 12, 2025 2️⃣ Session 2: Talking About Differences with Humility February 26, 2025 3️⃣ Session 3: Bridging the Divide for Mutual Understanding March 12, 2025 Whether you're a leader striving to build a cohesive team, a coworker aiming to foster collaboration, or anyone eager to enhance workplace dynamics, this is your opportunity. Gain tools to engage with empathy and direction, transforming potential conflicts into opportunities for growth and collaboration. 👏 Interested in learning more about this new program from The Winters Group? Tap here: https://ow.ly/RsHB50Ut3RX #Inclusion #EmployeeEngagement #BoldInclusive #InclusiveLeadership

Your self-worth is determined by you. You don't have to depend on someone telling you who you are. — Beyoncé Start the day with inspiration by signing up for our work word of the day #WWOTD in your inbox: http://ow.ly/ZK2y50ImibZ

It is an honor to contribute my thoughts to expanding consciousness and practice toward true kinship. I appreciate the opportunity to discuss the “Kapwa” worldview from an Indigenous Pilipino perspective. The Winters Group, Inc., much appreciation. 🙏🏽

Lead with Respect. Lead with Impact. 🌍📚 Looking to become a more effective leader? These six powerful books offer insights, tools, and strategies to lead diverse teams with respect, empathy, and intention: 📘 Leadership Toolkit for Asians by Jane Hyun Break barriers and leverage cultural strengths to lead confidently in any space. 📗 Racial Justice at Work by The Winters Group, Inc. Transform your workplace by advancing racial equity through actionable strategies. 📙 The Power of Latino Leadership by Juana Bordas Celebrate cultural strengths and lead with conexión, familia, and community. 📕 Daily Practices of Inclusive Leaders by Eddie Pate, Ph.D. (He/Him) / Published Author and Jonathan Stutz, M.A. Small actions can lead to big changes. Discover habits that build inclusive workplaces. 📔 Decentering Whiteness in the Workplace by Janice Gassam Asare, Ph.D. Create equitable spaces by challenging norms and amplifying diverse voices. 📓 The Canary Code by Ludmila Praslova, Ph.D., SHRM-SCP, Âû Learn from marginalized voices to lead more ethically and innovatively. 🌟 Together, these books form an essential toolkit for creating workplaces where everyone thrives. Which one will you read first? #Leadership #DiversityInLeadership #InclusiveWorkplaces #NonfictionReads #EquityAndInclusion #LeadershipBooks

A decolonial approach is inherently equitable because it takes power back for underrepresented and marginalized people in decision-making. For the individual, decolonization requires an openness to other ways of knowing and being, separate from the normative Western or white supremacist approach to thinking and behaving. For organizational leaders and change agents, there is a benefit in moving away from thinking about constraints and imagining possibilities of creativity and abundance. As a diversity educator and researcher, understanding decolonization has given me the vocabulary and cognitive framework to recognize exploitative extraction and examine power imbalances. I realize that the decolonial lens is appropriate for workplaces making strides in changing systems. The experience of being uprooted from the homeland inspired me to unlearn a colonial mindset. I identify as Pinay, Filipina-American, a foreign-born woman of color who is bicultural and bilingual in English and Tagalog. I grew up in Manila. I am on a lifelong journey of decolonization, fully understanding the importance of constant self-reflection in unlearning whiteness and embodying the principles of equity and justice in my everyday leadership practice. - Maileen Hamto, EdD, MS, MBA Want to read the rest of Maileen Hamto's thoughts on a decolonial approach and the concept of "kapwa"? Tap here: https://lnkd.in/e4k555E8

Communication around all DEI measurements are key. It needs to be authentic and real, communicating the achievements but also the challenges and the areas where room for improvement is identified and not yet fulfilled. Building trust requires transparent communication. DEI initiatives are as crucial for business as any other workstream, and need to be treated as such. If organizations have the right strategy in place, they’ll see what difference it makes in all areas of the business. It always pays off to be proactive and ahead of the curve in knowledge and action. Have you had any challenges with communicating around DEI? Comment below and we might answer your questions or offer advice in an upcoming Q&A!

It’s never too late to apologize for something you did or said that hurt someone else. — Mary-Frances Winters Get the #WWOTD daily: http://ow.ly/ZK2y50ImibZ

If you want to create an inclusive workplace and build the skills for equity and inclusion, these are the courses you need to experience. SAVE this post for future reference 📌 Mary-Frances Winters is a DEI expert with over 40 years of experience in this work, having received many awards for her impact and even being named one of Forbes top 10 diversity trailblazers. She knows what it takes to effectively build equitable and inclusive environments. And she's shared her tips with you in four different #LinkedInLearning. This is what previous participants have said about them: 👍 "This is by far the best course on diversity and inclusion that I have found so far. It includes everything from racial inequity to inequity for people with disabilities." (from the Equity First course) 👍 "This is an amazing course. I would recommend to anyone trying to understand how to effectively push for cultural change in an organization through an empathetic and analytical approach. 10/10!" (from the Overcoming Resistance course) 👍 "Mary-Frances Winters delivers extremely sensitive conversation topics with an ease and grace of someone whom everyone can and should follow. Thank You for sharing your insights with us on Linkedin." (from the Skills for Inclusive Conversations course) 👍 "Informative and well presented. I would recommend this course." (from the Cultivating Cultural Competence course) Are you ready to transform your workplace and build the skills for equity and inclusion? Get started with Mary-Frances' four LinkedIn Learning courses at https://lnkd.in/gXHaVWqt

Our 2024 Racial Justice at Work Summit: Justice for All won the Gold Stevie® Award for Event of the Year! We are proud to be recognized and can't wait to continue the momentum April 21-24, 2025, for our Third Annual Summit. We will explore the power of inclusion, give you the tools to create spaces where differences are celebrated, and gather with thought leaders, visionaries, and change-makers. What did attendees experience in our previous summits? "In a time when many of us have felt discouraged and depleted, this gathering provided a necessary space for DEI practitioners, social justice advocates, and champions of human rights. The summit wasn't just education—it was a much-needed source of restoration." "So many jewels. These are masterclasses!!!!" "Thank you for creating such a safe, inclusive space! This gathering has been life changing and my heart is so full!" "The inspiration and hope is electric!" "Spaces like this matter to me." "You all definitely took it to another level this year! Thank you and the team for truly informative and rejuvenating experience." "TWG spaces are the safest for me." "This was my second time attending this summit and it just gets better and better. Thank you for a wonderful space to learn, connect, reflect, and heal." "This has been the most informing conference I have attended. Thank you, Mary-Frances and The Winters Group!" Want to experience this for yourself? Register here: https://lnkd.in/efvmGQ7p #JusticeForAll #DiversityAndInclusion #Diversity #Inclusion

Over 500 people have become certified facilitators through this program. Now, it's your chance. Registration for our June and September 2025 Engaging in Bold, Inclusive Conversations® Facilitator Certification Programs is OPEN! Gain the confidence and tools for navigating difficult conversations and promoting inclusion in your workplace in this 3-day learning journey designed for people at all levels of their organization, whether you are involved in DEI or not. A past participant said, “This program was truly transformative. It brought together practical and useful tools and 'real life' examples utilizing actors that brought to life the why and how to have those difficult and polarizing conversations in the workplace. I am not a diversity and inclusion expert, but the training has given me the confidence and motivation to facilitate and use the tools I learned within my own organization.” Each program is limited to 25 seats, so secure your spot in this program at https://lnkd.in/esMaAsAK #WorkCulture #WorkplaceCulture #InclusiveLeadership #CulturalCompetence #BoldInclusive