What does it mean to be an authentic ‘you?’ Being authentic means being your true self. We’re not talking about your ego or self-image here; we’re referencing your true identity. The person you are without all the labels, roles, and expectations that you associate with yourself. In this context, authenticity is a process that involves…
Sacha and Adriana Crawford discuss the importance of companies aligning values and actions. We also discuss the limitations of professionalism. I am noticing quite a few social media posts about ‘professionalism’ and what is deemed professional. It’s been fascinating to watch because it’s a word that I’ve grappled with throughout my work life. Who defines…
Everyone can’t be a DEI Practitioner. There. I said it! It is a revelation I came to a few years ago. I noticed an influx of people coming into the profession because it was: an ‘easy’ way to get into a more senior role. (very few organizations to that point had anything more than a…
Jared Karol’s introduction to DEI started with a personal relationship with his father. Over the years, his commitment to this work has evolved. In this conversation, Jared shares his journey to better understand racism and what others can do to take their first steps into DEI. I first connected with Jared Karol in December of…
Guest Writer – Bronwen Nettles Recently “DEI after 5” had the opportunity to speak with Sheri Byrne-Haber, a prominent expert in the fields of disability and accessibility. Byrne-Haber has over 17 years-experience providing inclusion and accessibility consultation for customers and employees in a world primarily designed for the abled. She holds multiple degrees in business,…
I think the first time I crossed paths with Dr. Sam Rae, EdD, MPH. was about a year ago. Not only did I appreciate her approach to DEI strategy, but we also had some of the same interests and ideas (great minds)! As I continued to follow her social media presence, I noticed we were…
I met Michael Rolph in March of 2019. He reached out on LinkedIn to connect as colleagues working at the intersection of diversity and technology. Since then, we’ve had dozens of conversations about this work, and ways to collaborate or check in on how the other is doing. So this episode was no different than…
Guest Post from Bronwen Nettles A Spectrum of Advocacy, Caregiving, and Self-care DEI professionals are in the belly of the beast: implementing purpose-driven policies, raising consciousness, illuminating internal biases, and creating safety, equity, and opportunity for traditionally marginalized employees. This is a field that bears a unique challenge that many other occupations do not. Kelley…
I followed Diya Khanna’s work for a year or so before we met. I appreciated her clear and concise approach to educating people about DEI topics, especially more complex issues. Then I had the privilege of working with her for a few years before launching our consulting businesses. One of the most valuable aspects of…
Taking care of self is critical in DEI work. In this episode, Sacha chats with therapist Rufus Spann. They discuss the importance of self-care and wellness as practitioners continue to juggle demanding expectations. “Are you continuing patterns that keep you in a perpetual state where it’s not best for your health and wellness?” Or Have…