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DEI After 5 with Sacha Podcast

Addressing Ageism: Shifting Perspectives and Challenging Assumptions
Addressing Ageism: Shifting Perspective...
In this episode, host Sacha Thompson discusses ageism in the workplace with guest Carrie Oswald. They explore the ...
00:37:08
November 28, 2023
Understanding the Role of Employee Resource Groups in DEI Strategies
Understanding the Role of Employee Reso...
In this episode of DEI After 5, host Sacha Thompson is joined by Treneice Collins. They discuss the importance of ...
00:40:39
November 21, 2023
The Shift How 2020 Redefined Work Life Balance
The Shift How 2020 Redefined Work Life ...
In this episode of DEI After 5, host Sacha Thompson welcomes Darrell Butler, the president of Empowered Inclusion,...
00:31:27
November 14, 2023
Supporting Women of Color in Thriving and Flourishing in Organizations
Supporting Women of Color in Thriving a...
In this episode of DEI After 5, host Sacha Thompson discusses the challenges women of color face in leadership dev...
00:41:49
November 07, 2023
Starting the Journey: Ways to Interrogate Your Presence in DEI Spaces
Starting the Journey: Ways to Interroga...
In this episode of DEI After Five, host Sacha Thompson explores the importance of self-reflection and self-interr...
00:36:14
October 24, 2023
Exploring Inclusive Leadership in the Post-Pandemic Workplace
Exploring Inclusive Leadership in the P...
In this episode of DEI After 5, host Sacha Thompson dives into the topic of inclusive leadership in the post-pande...
00:35:53
October 17, 2023
Exploring Health Equity: Removing Barriers and Providing Access
Exploring Health Equity: Removing Barri...
In this episode Sacha explores the concept of health equity in the healthcare industry. She is joined by Maria Flo...
00:29:11
October 10, 2023
Exploring the Impact of Member-Based Organizations in DEI
Exploring the Impact of Member-Based Or...
In this episode of DEI After Five, Sacha welcomes Ahmaud Thomas, CEO of the Silicon Valley Leadership Group, to di...
00:37:56
October 03, 2023
The Role of Justice in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The Role of Justice in Diversity, Equit...
In this episode of DEI After 5, host Sacha Thompson explores the importance of justice in the diversity, equity, a...
00:27:59
September 26, 2023
Creating Inclusive Spaces for Invisible Disabilities
Creating Inclusive Spaces for Invisible...
In this episode, Sacha Thompson discusses the importance of including the disability community in conversations ab...
00:26:57
September 20, 2023
Leading Self and Courageous Conversations in Leadership
Leading Self and Courageous Conversatio...
In this episode, Sacha Thompson welcomes guest Loren Rosario Maldonado, CEO and founder of Cultura Inc., to discus...
00:32:33
September 12, 2023
The Importance of Inclusive Design in DEI 2.0
The Importance of Inclusive Design in D...
In this episode Sacha discusses the importance of taking diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) to the next level,...
00:27:12
September 05, 2023
Navigating Multiple Intersections: A Conversation on Identity
Navigating Multiple Intersections: A Co...
In this episode, Sacha sits down with Chris Hooten to discuss the importance of understanding one's identities...
00:36:10
August 29, 2023
Understanding and Managing Emotions in the Workplace
Understanding and Managing Emotions in ...
In this episode of DEI After 5, host Sacha Thompson speaks with therapist and DEI practitioner, Rorri Geller-Moham...
00:27:20
August 22, 2023
How to Get Into 'Good Trouble' in DEI
How to Get Into 'Good Trouble' in DEI
In this episode of DEI After 5, host Sacha Thompson speaks with Danette Buie, founder of Thrive Limitlessly, about...
00:33:07
June 13, 2023
Celebrating Women's Leadership Superpowers
Celebrating Women's Leadership Superpow...
In this episode of DEI After 5, host Sacha Thompson dives into the topic of women's leadership development and...
00:38:30
June 06, 2023
The Value of Community Cultural Wealth
The Value of Community Cultural Wealth
In this episode of DEI After 5, host Sacha Thompson talks about the importance of community and how it relates to ...
00:30:53
May 30, 2023
Leveraging Mentorship to Advance Your Inclusion Efforts
Leveraging Mentorship to Advance Your I...
Expanding the conversation on mentorship, Sacha chats with Sandra Hunter about the role of the mentor in the devel...
00:29:54
May 23, 2023
Are You Looking at Mental Health with a Lens of Inclusion?
Are You Looking at Mental Health with a...
During this conversation, Sacha chats with Dr. Claire Green-Forde about the importance of mental health beyond awa...
00:37:16
May 16, 2023
Unpacking and Understanding Self-Care
Unpacking and Understanding Self-Care
In this episode, Sacha sits down with Steff Gallante to discuss what self-care is, how we can find what works for ...
00:27:40
May 09, 2023
The Future of Leadership: Becoming a Waymaker
The Future of Leadership: Becoming a Wa...
Sacha discusses the future of leadership with guest Tara Jaye Frank. In this conversation, they unpack the skills ...
00:34:11
May 02, 2023
Discussing Anti-Racism: From Corporate to the Caribbean
Discussing Anti-Racism: From Corporate ...
In this discussion, Sacha chats with Sharon Hurley Hall on creating equality in the workplace and the impact of co...
00:32:35
April 25, 2023
The Value of Inclusive Storytelling and Content Creation
The Value of Inclusive Storytelling and...
In this conversation with Prasanna Ranganathan, Sacha and Prasanna discuss the importance of storytelling, whose s...
00:34:53
April 18, 2023
Moving DEI Through Middle Managers
Moving DEI Through Middle Managers
Research shows that middle management is the key to #dei success. In this episode, Sacha talks to Amy Waninger abo...
00:35:38
April 12, 2023
Accessibility, Intersectionality, and DEI
Accessibility, Intersectionality, and D...
In this episode, Sacha chats with Candis Welch about the segregation of #identities in #dei efforts, how to commun...
00:29:30
April 04, 2023
Managing Racial Fueled Workplace Bullying
Managing Racial Fueled Workplace Bullyi...
Sacha sits down with Zenica Chatman to discuss the importance of DEI training for HR professionals particularly ar...
00:34:15
March 28, 2023
Freeing Ourselves from Supremacy Culture
Freeing Ourselves from Supremacy Cultur...
In this discussion, Sacha chats with therapist Dr. Donna Oriowo about supremacy's impact on the global majorit...
00:34:46
March 21, 2023
Understanding DEI in the Global Context
Understanding DEI in the Global Context
Sacha chats with Abbiola Ballah on practicing diversity, equity,and inclusion with a global lens and the importanc...
00:46:09
March 14, 2023
Supplier Diversity as a Part of Your DEI Strategy
Supplier Diversity as a Part of Your DE...
During this conversation, Sacha chat with Jaime Brown on the importance of #supplierdiversity , how it can impact ...
00:27:12
March 07, 2023
Bonus Episode: Dismantling DEI in Academia
Bonus Episode: Dismantling DEI in Acade...
In this special edition of DEI After 5, I chat with three higher education professionals about the efforts startin...
00:56:21
March 02, 2023
How Can Mentorship be a Part of Your DEI Efforts?
How Can Mentorship be a Part of Your DE...
Sacha chats with Yalonda Brown on the value and benefits of mentorship within an organization. --- Send in a vo...
00:29:29
February 28, 2023
CSR and ESG - Where does DEI fit?
CSR and ESG - Where does DEI fit?
In this week's episode of DEI After 5, I sit down with Kim "Kimfer" Flanery-Rye, MBA, to discuss the intersection ...
00:34:41
February 21, 2023
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Venture Capital
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Ven...
Sacha revisits her tech background and the importance of DEI in the venture capital area with guest Brooke Daniels...
00:32:25
February 14, 2023
3 Things to Consider if You are Thinking of Becoming a DEI Practitioner
3 Things to Consider if You are Thinkin...
In this episode, Sacha chats with DEI Practitioner Yeong Cheng about the continuous learning journey of practition...
00:40:38
February 07, 2023
Where Does DEI Live & Who Is Responsible? with Martine Kalaw
Where Does DEI Live & Who Is Responsibl...
Sacha sits with Martine Kalaw to discuss where DEI should sit in the organization and the manager's role in suppor...
00:38:56
January 31, 2023
How to Sustain DEI Moving Forward - with Benjamin McCall
How to Sustain DEI Moving Forward - wit...
In this episode, Sacha chat with Benjamin McCall about the future of DEI and what organizations need to do to shif...
00:43:44
January 24, 2023
Psychosocial Hazards, Psychological Safety, and DEI
Psychosocial Hazards, Psychological Saf...
Sacha sits down with I. David Daniels to discuss the psychosocial hazards that occur in the workplace. In this con...
00:32:15
January 17, 2023
The Power of Restorative Justice in DEI
The Power of Restorative Justice in DEI
Sacha sits down with Amikaeyla Gaston and Unique Holland to discuss restorative justice for organizations, the imp...
00:39:59
January 10, 2023
What about Equity in DEI?- with Desiree Morton
What about Equity in DEI?- with Desiree...
In this episode, Sacha sits down with consultant Desiree Morton to discuss the importance of focusing on equity in...
00:33:01
November 22, 2022
Focusing on Religion in Your DEI Efforts w/ Rahimeh Ramezany
Focusing on Religion in Your DEI Effort...
Sacha chats with consultant Rahimeh Ramazany about including religion as a part of DEI efforts, understanding reli...
00:33:11
November 16, 2022
Indigenous Voices in DEI - with Sunny Myers
Indigenous Voices in DEI - with Sunny M...
In this episode, Sacha sits down with Sunny Myers to discuss what organizations can do to support their employees ...
00:41:53
November 08, 2022
Understanding Trauma Informed Wellness in Diversity Equity and Inclusion with Erica Reed
Understanding Trauma Informed Wellness ...
Sacha speaks to licensed psychotherapist, Erica Reed about trauma and  its impact on our lives, understanding...
00:31:49
November 01, 2022
Can Hypnotherapy Reduce Burnout for DEI Practitioners? - with Marv Curtis
Can Hypnotherapy Reduce Burnout for DEI...
In this episode of DEI After 5, Sacha chats with burnout coach, Marv  Curtis.  They discuss how to under...
00:30:00
October 25, 2022
Beyond Compliance: The Legal Side of Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Beyond Compliance: The Legal Side of Di...
In this episode, Sacha chats with Brittany Hale on the challenges of operating #diversity #equity and #inclusion t...
00:29:15
October 18, 2022
Unpacking Critical Race Theory & Moving Into Action in Diversity Equity and Inclusion - with Jim Morris
Unpacking Critical Race Theory & Moving...
Sacha sits down with consultant and author, Jim Morris to discuss the impact of the Presidential Order on restrict...
00:25:29
October 12, 2022
Diversity Equity and Inclusion in Recruiting - with Jennifer Arnau and Dia Harris
Diversity Equity and Inclusion in Recru...
In this episode, Sacha chats with Jennifer Arnau and Dia Harris, two experienced #recruiters on the importance of ...
00:30:18
October 04, 2022
The Importance of Coaching in Diversity Equity and Inclusion - with Tara Robertson
The Importance of Coaching in Diversity...
In this episode of DEI After 5, Tara and I discuss the differences between #coaching and #consulting  (becaus...
00:35:59
September 27, 2022
The Relationship Between Diversity Equity and Inclusion & Human Resources w/Dr. Shaunna Payne Gold
The Relationship Between Diversity Equi...
In this week's episode of DEI After 5, Sacha chats with Dr. Shaunna  Payne Gold about the connections and dis...
00:37:34
September 20, 2022
DEI 2.0: Moving from Awareness to Action with Dr. Janice
DEI 2.0: Moving from Awareness to Actio...
In this episode, Sacha and Dr. Janice Gassam Asare discuss the next phase of diversity, equity, and inclusion in o...
00:42:36
September 13, 2022
Moving the DEI Needle Across the Pond - with Frank Starling
Moving the DEI Needle Across the Pond -...
In this episode, Sacha chats with DEI practitioner and Founder of  Variety Pack, Frank Starling.  They d...
00:33:55
September 06, 2022

DEI After 5 with Sacha

Addressing Ageism: Shifting Perspectives and Challenging Assumptions
Addressing Ageism: Shifting Perspective...
In this episode, host Sacha Thompson discusses ageism in the workplace with guest Carrie Oswald. They explore the ...
00:37:08
November 28, 2023
Understanding the Role of Employee Resource Groups in DEI Strategies
Understanding the Role of Employee Reso...
In this episode of DEI After 5, host Sacha Thompson is joined by Treneice Collins. They discuss the importance of ...
00:40:39
November 21, 2023
The Shift How 2020 Redefined Work Life Balance
The Shift How 2020 Redefined Work Life ...
In this episode of DEI After 5, host Sacha Thompson welcomes Darrell Butler, the president of Empowered Inclusion,...
00:31:27
November 14, 2023
Supporting Women of Color in Thriving and Flourishing in Organizations
Supporting Women of Color in Thriving a...
In this episode of DEI After 5, host Sacha Thompson discusses the challenges women of color face in leadership dev...
00:41:49
November 07, 2023
Starting the Journey: Ways to Interrogate Your Presence in DEI Spaces
Starting the Journey: Ways to Interroga...
In this episode of DEI After Five, host Sacha Thompson explores the importance of self-reflection and self-interr...
00:36:14
October 24, 2023
Exploring Inclusive Leadership in the Post-Pandemic Workplace
Exploring Inclusive Leadership in the P...
In this episode of DEI After 5, host Sacha Thompson dives into the topic of inclusive leadership in the post-pande...
00:35:53
October 17, 2023
Exploring Health Equity: Removing Barriers and Providing Access
Exploring Health Equity: Removing Barri...
In this episode Sacha explores the concept of health equity in the healthcare industry. She is joined by Maria Flo...
00:29:11
October 10, 2023
Exploring the Impact of Member-Based Organizations in DEI
Exploring the Impact of Member-Based Or...
In this episode of DEI After Five, Sacha welcomes Ahmaud Thomas, CEO of the Silicon Valley Leadership Group, to di...
00:37:56
October 03, 2023
The Role of Justice in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The Role of Justice in Diversity, Equit...
In this episode of DEI After 5, host Sacha Thompson explores the importance of justice in the diversity, equity, a...
00:27:59
September 26, 2023
Creating Inclusive Spaces for Invisible Disabilities
Creating Inclusive Spaces for Invisible...
In this episode, Sacha Thompson discusses the importance of including the disability community in conversations ab...
00:26:57
September 20, 2023
Leading Self and Courageous Conversations in Leadership
Leading Self and Courageous Conversatio...
In this episode, Sacha Thompson welcomes guest Loren Rosario Maldonado, CEO and founder of Cultura Inc., to discus...
00:32:33
September 12, 2023
The Importance of Inclusive Design in DEI 2.0
The Importance of Inclusive Design in D...
In this episode Sacha discusses the importance of taking diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) to the next level,...
00:27:12
September 05, 2023
Navigating Multiple Intersections: A Conversation on Identity
Navigating Multiple Intersections: A Co...
In this episode, Sacha sits down with Chris Hooten to discuss the importance of understanding one's identities...
00:36:10
August 29, 2023
Understanding and Managing Emotions in the Workplace
Understanding and Managing Emotions in ...
In this episode of DEI After 5, host Sacha Thompson speaks with therapist and DEI practitioner, Rorri Geller-Moham...
00:27:20
August 22, 2023
How to Get Into 'Good Trouble' in DEI
How to Get Into 'Good Trouble' in DEI
In this episode of DEI After 5, host Sacha Thompson speaks with Danette Buie, founder of Thrive Limitlessly, about...
00:33:07
June 13, 2023
Celebrating Women's Leadership Superpowers
Celebrating Women's Leadership Superpow...
In this episode of DEI After 5, host Sacha Thompson dives into the topic of women's leadership development and...
00:38:30
June 06, 2023
The Value of Community Cultural Wealth
The Value of Community Cultural Wealth
In this episode of DEI After 5, host Sacha Thompson talks about the importance of community and how it relates to ...
00:30:53
May 30, 2023
Leveraging Mentorship to Advance Your Inclusion Efforts
Leveraging Mentorship to Advance Your I...
Expanding the conversation on mentorship, Sacha chats with Sandra Hunter about the role of the mentor in the devel...
00:29:54
May 23, 2023
Are You Looking at Mental Health with a Lens of Inclusion?
Are You Looking at Mental Health with a...
During this conversation, Sacha chats with Dr. Claire Green-Forde about the importance of mental health beyond awa...
00:37:16
May 16, 2023
Unpacking and Understanding Self-Care
Unpacking and Understanding Self-Care
In this episode, Sacha sits down with Steff Gallante to discuss what self-care is, how we can find what works for ...
00:27:40
May 09, 2023
The Future of Leadership: Becoming a Waymaker
The Future of Leadership: Becoming a Wa...
Sacha discusses the future of leadership with guest Tara Jaye Frank. In this conversation, they unpack the skills ...
00:34:11
May 02, 2023
Discussing Anti-Racism: From Corporate to the Caribbean
Discussing Anti-Racism: From Corporate ...
In this discussion, Sacha chats with Sharon Hurley Hall on creating equality in the workplace and the impact of co...
00:32:35
April 25, 2023
The Value of Inclusive Storytelling and Content Creation
The Value of Inclusive Storytelling and...
In this conversation with Prasanna Ranganathan, Sacha and Prasanna discuss the importance of storytelling, whose s...
00:34:53
April 18, 2023
Moving DEI Through Middle Managers
Moving DEI Through Middle Managers
Research shows that middle management is the key to #dei success. In this episode, Sacha talks to Amy Waninger abo...
00:35:38
April 12, 2023
Accessibility, Intersectionality, and DEI
Accessibility, Intersectionality, and D...
In this episode, Sacha chats with Candis Welch about the segregation of #identities in #dei efforts, how to commun...
00:29:30
April 04, 2023
Managing Racial Fueled Workplace Bullying
Managing Racial Fueled Workplace Bullyi...
Sacha sits down with Zenica Chatman to discuss the importance of DEI training for HR professionals particularly ar...
00:34:15
March 28, 2023
Freeing Ourselves from Supremacy Culture
Freeing Ourselves from Supremacy Cultur...
In this discussion, Sacha chats with therapist Dr. Donna Oriowo about supremacy's impact on the global majorit...
00:34:46
March 21, 2023
Understanding DEI in the Global Context
Understanding DEI in the Global Context
Sacha chats with Abbiola Ballah on practicing diversity, equity,and inclusion with a global lens and the importanc...
00:46:09
March 14, 2023
Supplier Diversity as a Part of Your DEI Strategy
Supplier Diversity as a Part of Your DE...
During this conversation, Sacha chat with Jaime Brown on the importance of #supplierdiversity , how it can impact ...
00:27:12
March 07, 2023
Bonus Episode: Dismantling DEI in Academia
Bonus Episode: Dismantling DEI in Acade...
In this special edition of DEI After 5, I chat with three higher education professionals about the efforts startin...
00:56:21
March 02, 2023
How Can Mentorship be a Part of Your DEI Efforts?
How Can Mentorship be a Part of Your DE...
Sacha chats with Yalonda Brown on the value and benefits of mentorship within an organization. --- Send in a vo...
00:29:29
February 28, 2023
CSR and ESG - Where does DEI fit?
CSR and ESG - Where does DEI fit?
In this week's episode of DEI After 5, I sit down with Kim "Kimfer" Flanery-Rye, MBA, to discuss the intersection ...
00:34:41
February 21, 2023
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Venture Capital
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Ven...
Sacha revisits her tech background and the importance of DEI in the venture capital area with guest Brooke Daniels...
00:32:25
February 14, 2023
3 Things to Consider if You are Thinking of Becoming a DEI Practitioner
3 Things to Consider if You are Thinkin...
In this episode, Sacha chats with DEI Practitioner Yeong Cheng about the continuous learning journey of practition...
00:40:38
February 07, 2023
Where Does DEI Live & Who Is Responsible? with Martine Kalaw
Where Does DEI Live & Who Is Responsibl...
Sacha sits with Martine Kalaw to discuss where DEI should sit in the organization and the manager's role in suppor...
00:38:56
January 31, 2023
How to Sustain DEI Moving Forward - with Benjamin McCall
How to Sustain DEI Moving Forward - wit...
In this episode, Sacha chat with Benjamin McCall about the future of DEI and what organizations need to do to shif...
00:43:44
January 24, 2023
Psychosocial Hazards, Psychological Safety, and DEI
Psychosocial Hazards, Psychological Saf...
Sacha sits down with I. David Daniels to discuss the psychosocial hazards that occur in the workplace. In this con...
00:32:15
January 17, 2023
The Power of Restorative Justice in DEI
The Power of Restorative Justice in DEI
Sacha sits down with Amikaeyla Gaston and Unique Holland to discuss restorative justice for organizations, the imp...
00:39:59
January 10, 2023
What about Equity in DEI?- with Desiree Morton
What about Equity in DEI?- with Desiree...
In this episode, Sacha sits down with consultant Desiree Morton to discuss the importance of focusing on equity in...
00:33:01
November 22, 2022
Focusing on Religion in Your DEI Efforts w/ Rahimeh Ramezany
Focusing on Religion in Your DEI Effort...
Sacha chats with consultant Rahimeh Ramazany about including religion as a part of DEI efforts, understanding reli...
00:33:11
November 16, 2022
Indigenous Voices in DEI - with Sunny Myers
Indigenous Voices in DEI - with Sunny M...
In this episode, Sacha sits down with Sunny Myers to discuss what organizations can do to support their employees ...
00:41:53
November 08, 2022
Understanding Trauma Informed Wellness in Diversity Equity and Inclusion with Erica Reed
Understanding Trauma Informed Wellness ...
Sacha speaks to licensed psychotherapist, Erica Reed about trauma and  its impact on our lives, understanding...
00:31:49
November 01, 2022
Can Hypnotherapy Reduce Burnout for DEI Practitioners? - with Marv Curtis
Can Hypnotherapy Reduce Burnout for DEI...
In this episode of DEI After 5, Sacha chats with burnout coach, Marv  Curtis.  They discuss how to under...
00:30:00
October 25, 2022
Beyond Compliance: The Legal Side of Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Beyond Compliance: The Legal Side of Di...
In this episode, Sacha chats with Brittany Hale on the challenges of operating #diversity #equity and #inclusion t...
00:29:15
October 18, 2022
Unpacking Critical Race Theory & Moving Into Action in Diversity Equity and Inclusion - with Jim Morris
Unpacking Critical Race Theory & Moving...
Sacha sits down with consultant and author, Jim Morris to discuss the impact of the Presidential Order on restrict...
00:25:29
October 12, 2022
Diversity Equity and Inclusion in Recruiting - with Jennifer Arnau and Dia Harris
Diversity Equity and Inclusion in Recru...
In this episode, Sacha chats with Jennifer Arnau and Dia Harris, two experienced #recruiters on the importance of ...
00:30:18
October 04, 2022
The Importance of Coaching in Diversity Equity and Inclusion - with Tara Robertson
The Importance of Coaching in Diversity...
In this episode of DEI After 5, Tara and I discuss the differences between #coaching and #consulting  (becaus...
00:35:59
September 27, 2022
The Relationship Between Diversity Equity and Inclusion & Human Resources w/Dr. Shaunna Payne Gold
The Relationship Between Diversity Equi...
In this week's episode of DEI After 5, Sacha chats with Dr. Shaunna  Payne Gold about the connections and dis...
00:37:34
September 20, 2022
DEI 2.0: Moving from Awareness to Action with Dr. Janice
DEI 2.0: Moving from Awareness to Actio...
In this episode, Sacha and Dr. Janice Gassam Asare discuss the next phase of diversity, equity, and inclusion in o...
00:42:36
September 13, 2022
Moving the DEI Needle Across the Pond - with Frank Starling
Moving the DEI Needle Across the Pond -...
In this episode, Sacha chats with DEI practitioner and Founder of  Variety Pack, Frank Starling.  They d...
00:33:55
September 06, 2022

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The Importance of Proactive Leadership in Today’s Workplace

As we navigate the post-pandemic workplace, the importance of Proactive Leadership becomes even more pronounced. COVID-19 has forever altered our professional landscape, introducing new challenges and needs for both organizations and employees. Employees are now seeking more flexibility, empathy, and transparency in their work environments. They desire a workplace that acknowledges their individual needs, respects…

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Strategies for Inclusive Communication Across Generations: A Pillar of Inclusive Leadership

In today’s diverse and interconnected world, effective and inclusive communication is the bedrock upon which strong relationships are built and organizational success is achieved. Bridging the generational gap is a critical challenge in this endeavor. I’m often asked to talk to organizations about the generational diversity they are experiencing and prove ways they can begin…

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The Importance of Self-Care and Transparency in the Justice Process

Justice, as we often discuss, goes beyond mere equity. It involves recognizing and actively dismantling barriers that hinder certain groups of people. These barriers, deeply rooted in various forms of oppression like racism and sexism, demand our attention. They exist not only within our organizations but also in the broader community. In this week’s episode,…

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Evolving Leadership: From Maxwell’s 5 Levels Model to 360° Inclusive Leadership

Leadership is a dynamic concept that constantly evolves to meet the changing needs of organizations and society. While John C. Maxwell’s “5 Levels of Leadership” model has been a valuable guide for many aspiring leaders, the world increasingly recognizes the importance of inclusivity, psychological safety, and emotional intelligence in leadership. In this blog post, we will explore why shifting from Maxwell’s model to a new, inclusive leadership model is crucial.

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Navigating Emotions in DEI Work: Fostering Inclusivity Through Emotional Intelligence

If I haven’t said it recently, I’m going to say it now… DEI work is hard.  It’s tough on the mind, body, and spirit. It is inherently infused with emotions – from the fervent passion that drives advocates to the raw pain of those marginalized and discriminated against. Acknowledging and dissecting these emotions is the…

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Fostering Psychological Safety and Emotional Intelligence: Building Stronger Teams

For the past three years, I’ve worked with leaders to help them understand the psychological safety of their organizations.  Through that work, I realized that I had the unique opportunity to not just talk about psychological safety but to coach leaders on how emotional intelligence is the key to creating those more inclusive and psychologically…

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Middle Managers Are the Key to Inclusive Workplaces

Over the last year or two, I’ve intentionally shifted how I work with clients. You rarely hear me talk about diversity, equity, and inclusion. Instead, I have focused my efforts on empowering leaders to create inclusive workplaces. Research shows that employees from different backgrounds bring unique perspectives, which, when harnessed effectively, can lead to increased…

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Leveraging Mentorship to Advance Your Inclusion Efforts

Grow professionally through mentorship. Mentorship is an invaluable tool for professional growth and can be crucial to advancing in any career. Mentorship can take many forms. From peer-to-peer relationships to more formalized arrangements with a mentor, mentorship can provide an invaluable source of guidance, support, and advice. Sandra Hunter, the founder of Wild Women Leaders…

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The Attempted Dismantling DEI in Academia

A war is happening across the United States, and very few people know. Politicians and conservative academics are working towards dismantling DEI… and it’s setting a dangerous precedent. A recent Inside Higher Ed article, entitled ‘DeSantis debuts a new conservative playbook for ending DEI” states: “The new model legislation has four stated proposals: to abolish…

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The Power of Restorative Justice in DEI

According to Canada’s department of justice, restorative justice is “an approach to justice that seeks to repair harm by providing an opportunity for those harmed and those who take responsibility for the harm to communicate about and address their needs in the aftermath of a crime.” Federal-Provincial-Territorial Ministers Responsible for Justice and Public Safety (2018).…

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Beyond Compliance: The Legal Side of Diversity Equity and Inclusion- The Legal Side of DEI

Beyond Compliance: The Legal Side of Diversity Equity and Inclusion   In this episode, Sacha chats with Brittany Hale on the challenges of operating diversity, equity, and inclusion through a lens of compliance, the opportunities that come with shifting to a growth mindset, and how legal teams can support DEI efforts within their organizations. I…

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DEI 2.0: Moving from Awareness to Action with Dr. Janice

In this episode, Sacha and Dr. Janice Gassam Asare discuss the next phase of diversity, equity, and inclusion in organizations and corporations.  They discuss the reimagining of professionalism,  how tokenism plays out in DEI work, and moving beyond educational workshops. Listen to this episode on a podcast platform of your choosing or click here to…

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Setting Boundaries as DEI Practitioners – with Dr. Ayanna Abrams

“Pay attention when people react with anger and hostility to your boundaries. You have found the edge where their respect for you ends” A friend of mine posted this on IG shortly after my conversation with this week’s guest, Dr. Ayanna Abrams.  Since that discussion, I’ve been more intentional with where I draw the line.…

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Decolonizing DEI

Decolonizing Diversity Equity and Inclusion – with Aparna Rae

The timing could not be perfect for this week’s episode of DEI After 5. Over the last few weeks, I have noticed that companies are still clueless when addressing traumatic and sensitive issues that impact marginalized communities, particularly with the shootings in California and New York. Yet, some of these same companies have jumped on…

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Moving Beyond the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Checkbox – with Kim Crowder

In this episode, Sacha chats with DEI Consultant Kim Crowder on the need for organizations to support DEI practitioners, the role of all aspects of the business in creating an environment of inclusion, and moving beyond checking the box on diversity in the workplace.  — This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way…

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Values, Professionalism and DEI

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…

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The Inclusion of Accessibility with Sheri Byrne-Haber

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,…

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Managing Burnout in DEI

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…

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Wellness and Self-Care in DEI with Dr. Rufus Spann

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…

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The Importance of Emotional Intelligence – with Farah Harris

In the first episode of DEI After 5, Sacha chats with Farah Harris.   This episode talks about the importance of emotional intelligence in doing diversity, equity, and inclusion work. ___ If you have followed me for a while, you have heard me say emotional intelligence is one of the cornerstones of diversity, equity, and inclusion…

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