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Coaching Facts Dive into the nuanced exploration of biases with 'Bias Deconstructed,' shedding light on the profound impact of intersectionality. 🌐🔍 Discover key insights: 📌Multiple identities: Unpack the layers of individual experiences. 📌Compounding effects: Recognize how identities intersect and influence bias. 📌Privilege and disadvantage: Understand the complex dynamics at play. 📌Social structures: Analyze how systems contribute to bias formation. 📌Inclusive advocacy: Embrace intersectionality for more comprehensive solutions. 🌈 Act now to promote understanding: 📖 Immerse yourself in 'Bias Deconstructed.' 🔄 Advocate for inclusive conversations. https://lnkd.in/dR-C7gyB #BiasDeconstructed #Intersectionality #DiverseExperiences #InclusiveAdvocacy #BreakBiasChains #CompoundingIdentities #SocialJustice #UnderstandingBias #AdvocateForChange #ExploreDiversity

A week or so ago our new CEO Susie Nam gave a fireside chat and was dropping gems left and right. One of the things that she talked about really resonated with me. To quote: "My own racial journey was that it wasn't probably until15 years ago that I came to terms with being the model minority. And that I was educated and come from a certain background. So in a lot of ways, I'm passing in a white world. I have all the trappings for it. I look a certain way. I talk a certain way, and I have certain SAT words. I went to a certain school. I can slip stream into dominant white culture because I've been bred for it in lots of ways, and it was intentional, subconscious, and all of those things. But those things make me a frictionless minority. and I think about 15 years ago, I realized I don't want to do that anymore" I loved this. I've lived this. Feeling like you were molded to fit in someone else's world begins to wear on you and feel inauthentic the more self love and awareness you bring into your life. The future along in my career the less code switching I do. The term "frictionless minority" is such a great visual. Because how many of us were praised for blending but then looked at trouble makers when they start speaking up about inequalities. Everyone wants to brag about diversity numbers but no one is ready when those diverse experience comes with diverse thoughts and challenge the status quo. What's your take on this snippet or your own personal experience as a frictionless minority? #leoburnett #susienam #dei #diversityequityinclusion #diversity

📢 In our latest blog post: 'Redefining DEI: Beyond Affirmative Action' Discover how DEI initiatives needs to progress from affirmative action to comprehensive integration. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g_4gPS_U #DEI #Inclusion #Equity

In this one-minute video, I share my thoughts on the powerful phrase 'Do the can't be done' and how it relates to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Watch the video to learn more about how embracing the 'do the can't be done' mindset can drive positive change and create a more equitable future for all. #dothecantbedone #Peraton #servantleadership #transformationalleadership #USArmyveteran #veteranleadership

🌍 Understanding Beyond Ourselves 🌍 This week, we dive deep into "The Role of Empathy in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion." Join us as we explore how empathy not only bridges gaps but builds stronger, more inclusive communities. 🤝💖 Discover stories, insights, and practical tips on fostering empathy at work and beyond. Let's transform our environments together. #EmpathyInDEI #InclusiveExcellence

Empathy matters~ Imagine the power of empathy in transforming our culture. By practicing vicarious learning and empathy one person at a time, we can begin to address issues of racism, bigotry, and misogyny. This shift could challenge the narratives of rugged individualism and meritocracy that often perpetuate inequality. Our culture, at times, seems like capitalism on steroids, where blame is placed on the victims of systemic injustices. Perhaps one day empathy will replace bullying, fostering a more unified and inclusive society free from hate. There are few better learning tools than experiencial learning. #Empathy #Inclusion #SocialChange

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on racial equity? At IntentionallyAct.com, part of All Aces, Inc., we offer a unique online learning community dedicated to transforming how we understand and address racism. Our approach is simple but powerful: ACT: Activate your consciousness to understand racism as both an individual and collective habit. Catalyze: Engage in critical thinking to dissect and dismantle these ingrained habits. Transform: Develop new, intentional practices to advance racial equity. By joining IntentionallyAct.com, you’ll connect with a community of professionals and individuals who are committed to this transformative journey. Together, we can cultivate the habits and insights needed for meaningful change. 📖 To learn more, read: We Are the Question + the Answer: Break the Collective Habit of Racism + Build Resilience for Racial Equity in Ourselves and Our Organizations. 🔗And Visit: https://allacesinc.com #IntentionallyAct #ProfessionalDevelopment #DEI

Are you ready to evaluate your organisation’s #DEI progress and solidify your racial equity goals? We’re excited to introduce a new resource designed to help you break away from the status quo and dismantle outdated organisational structures, making space for fresh ideas and innovation! If you've been wanting to measure your organisation’s DEI efforts, stay tuned to our LinkedIn. Be the first to access this valuable tool and take the next step towards achieving true racial equity. #GlobalDevelopment #intldev #RacialEquity #TheRacialEquityIndex

Key Term Tuesday: Implicit Bias Why I Chose This Topic: Implicit bias refers to unconscious attitudes that affect our understanding, actions, and decisions. These biases can perpetuate inequality even when individuals consciously endorse equality. Why It's Important: Recognizing implicit bias is crucial for creating fair and inclusive environments, as it helps us identify and mitigate unconscious prejudices. Resources for Further Learning: “Understanding Implicit Bias” - Kirwan Institute “Implicit Bias Test” - Project Implicit “How to Reduce Implicit Bias” - Greater Good Science Center #KeyTermTuesday #ImplicitBias #RacialEquity #SocialJustice #DEI

Is your organization swimming in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) work? What are the principles that guide that work? Here’s a list of 5 principles from the 2021 CEO Blueprint for Racial Equity: 1. Strive to be a leader and focus on results. 2. Approach racial equity work as both a journey and a destination. 3. Center the people most harmed by racist practices, systems, and institutions. 4. Foster trust and collaboration with equity advocates and community leaders with lived experience. 5. Start reckoning and repair work within your company, communities, and society. #diversity #equity #inclusion