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From OnBoard The Practical Guide To Increasing Board Diversity Improving board diversity remains an important objective for modern boards – with direct benefits to increased board effectiveness. In this guide, OnBoard shares the common factors that stymie diversity efforts and ten actionable, practical steps to overcome these challenges. Click to download:

Board diversity can go beyond recruiting around identity. Check out this blog post from Andrea King Collier on “Building a More Diverse Board with Intention” to learn about how your board can best reflect and move forward on its mission and values through intentionally representative diversity. Find this resource here: https://lnkd.in/envJCAKU Find more resources on the CEI’s Knowledge Hub: https://lnkd.in/erdSWdp4 Image description: a quote from Andrea King Collier from blog post “Building a More Diverse Board with Intention” over a faded image of sketched individuals embracing in unity. The quote reads “Recruiting people who believe that your organization’s work makes a difference, and who want to help with that work, is a win-win". Additional text reads “Find this Resource and More on the CEI’s Knowledge Hub!”.

Celebrating National World Voice Day: Empowering Young People On National World Voice Day, let's reflect on the significance of giving young people a voice in their own lives. At Athena Care, we implement this philosophy in our everyday practices. Our approach is rooted in theories such as Self-Determination Theory (SDT), which highlights the importance of autonomy and self-expression in promoting well-being and resilience. By empowering young people to voice their thoughts and ideas, we foster a sense of agency and ownership over their lives, aligning with the principles of SDT. Our young people actively participate in meetings, provide input in staff interviews, and make daily choices with the guidance of our supportive staff. They even hold their own board meetings through our Young People's Advisory Board, embodying the principles of participation and empowerment advocated by theorists like Roger Hart and Sherry Arnstein. By incorporating these theories into our everyday practices, we create opportunities for meaningful engagement and collaboration, fostering a culture of inclusivity, respect, and mutual understanding. Today, let's reaffirm our commitment to promoting understanding, empathy, and active listening, empowering young people to become confident, resilient individuals who are equipped to navigate life's challenges with courage and conviction. #NationalWorldVoiceDay #YouthEmpowerment #SelfDeterminationTheory #Participation #Empowerment #AthenaCare

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Celebrating National World Voice Day: Empowering Young People On National World Voice Day, let's reflect on the significance of giving young people a voice in their own lives. At Athena Care, we implement this philosophy in our everyday practices. Our approach is rooted in theories such as Self-Determination Theory (SDT), which highlights the importance of autonomy and self-expression in promoting well-being and resilience. By empowering young people to voice their thoughts and ideas, we foster a sense of agency and ownership over their lives, aligning with the principles of SDT. Our young people actively participate in meetings, provide input in staff interviews, and make daily choices with the guidance of our supportive staff. They even hold their own board meetings through our Young People's Advisory Board, embodying the principles of participation and empowerment advocated by theorists like Roger Hart and Sherry Arnstein. By incorporating these theories into our everyday practices, we create opportunities for meaningful engagement and collaboration, fostering a culture of inclusivity, respect, and mutual understanding. Today, let's reaffirm our commitment to promoting understanding, empathy, and active listening, empowering young people to become confident, resilient individuals who are equipped to navigate life's challenges with courage and conviction. #NationalWorldVoiceDay #YouthEmpowerment #SelfDeterminationTheory #Participation #Empowerment #AthenaCare

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Conducting Research for my Masters which is using the theoretical basis of Inclusive work practices and I came across this gem today. "Beyond Affirmative Action: Toward a Model of Diversity and Organizational Inclusion" by Mor Barak. https://lnkd.in/gBEMH2pK. The authors argue that there is inclusion and exclusion present in the workplace and the culture of the organisation can significantly help ensure the organisation is one of inclusion, not exclusion. It states that where there is one of inclusion the well-being and productivity of employees and ultimately the organisation is enhanced due to differing perspectives being utilised. Further, employees are more likely to stay connected and are more committed to the organisation because they are seen and heard. If you haven't read this article, do so, its a great read.

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