Article: When the DEI Discussion Offends
In this reflection on Cannexus, the national career-development conference, Ashleigh-Rae Thomas wonders how she and another participant could have such contrasting reactions to discussions of diversity in the workplace. Black, Indigenous, and racialized people all know well the importance of DEI efforts. But what about decision-makers and people in positions of power who feel nonchalant toward, or even attacked by, equity initiatives in the workplace?
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By
Ashleigh Rae-Thomas, The Philanthropist Journal
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Published
Jul 12, 2023
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Subject Area
- Social Connectedness / Social Isolation
- Organizational Development
- Leadership, Training, Coaching, Mentoring
- Non-profit / Charitable sector
- Intercultural/Interfaith/Interlingual; Immigrants, Refugees, and Other Newcomers
- LGBTQIA2S+
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Audience
- Academics
- Government (Politicians, Policy Makers) and Health Authorities
- Service Providers (Non-profits, Community Organizations, Local government)
- Funders
- Caregivers, Seniors & Volunteers
- Government
- Health Authorities
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Category
- Best Practices
- Organizational development
- Mentorship & Coaching
- Other Topics
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