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Meet the 2023 Shortlisted Nominees for the Head of Diversity and Inclusion Award at the Inclusive Awards 2023, honouring those that lead in diversity, inclusion and fairness in all aspects of diversity. Find out more about each of the nominees in the comments. #inclusiveawards #inclusion #inclusionmatters #workplaceculture #diversity #diversitynetwork #workplacesupport

I was honoured to be invited to contribute to the Community Voices section of the April 2024 issue of ‘The Diversity Forum’ by Winning Inclusive Solutions: WINS: Diversity is Strength (A not-for-profit that promotes inclusive policies in Canada’s workforce). Read the entire newsletter below and the see valuable contributions intended to continue the dialogue on DEI 🇨🇦 By Neil Gonsalves: The Canadian demographic landscape is rapidly changing, and change brings both new opportunities and renewed resistance. Healthy organizations leverage the strengths inherent in cultural plurality by promoting respectful discourse and prioritizing viewpoint diversity. Cultural competence and sensitivity is the outcome of promoting diversity without being divisive. Organizations are responsible for setting the internal cultural tone, and they benefit from practicing DEIB as an operating principle rather than an a performative activity. Offering an invitation to collaborate and cooperate based on common purpose and common humanity allows all employees to find a space and a place within the organization free from binary labels. The simple truth often hidden in plain sight is that there is usually more diversity within groups than between them. Organizations can help individuals develop cultural competence by enabling them to resist the social pressure to conform to simplistic and deterministic narratives based on immutable characteristics. #diversitymatters #sgp23 #dei

Sankarsingh-Gonsalves Productions co-founder Neil Gonsalves was invited to contribute to the Community Voices section of April 2024 edition of ‘The Diversity Forum’ by Winning Inclusive Solutions: WINS: Diversity is Strength - (A not-for-profit that promotes inclusive policies in Canada’s workforce). Read the entire newsletter below and the see valuable contributions intended to continue the dialogue on DEI By Neil Gonsalves: The Canadian demographic landscape is rapidly changing, and change brings both new opportunities and renewed resistance. Healthy organizations leverage the strengths inherent in cultural plurality by promoting respectful discourse and prioritizing viewpoint diversity. Cultural competence and sensitivity is the outcome of promoting diversity without being divisive. Organizations are responsible for setting the internal cultural tone, and they benefit from practicing DEIB as an operating principle rather than an a performative activity. Offering an invitation to collaborate and cooperate based on common purpose and common humanity allows all employees to find a space and a place within the organization free from binary labels. The simple truth often hidden in plain sight is that there is usually more diversity within groups than between them. Organizations can help individuals develop cultural competence by enabling them to resist the social pressure to conform to simplistic and deterministic narratives based on immutable characteristics. #diversitymatters #sgp23 #dei

Did you know Enfinite is an Accord Signatory of the Leadership Accord on Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) through Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC)? This signifies our unwavering dedication to cultivating a workplace that embraces diversity, equity, & inclusion at every level. We're committed to integrating DEI principles into our policies, processes, and culture, fostering a more vibrant and equitable environment. This commitment is crucial in advancing diversity and inclusivity, especially in an industry with limited representation. This #BlackHistoryMonth, we celebrate the invaluable contributions of Black individuals, past and present. And as we eagerly anticipate #InternationalWomensDay, we celebrate the remarkable role women have played in shaping our world. Let us unite in our continuous pursuit to champion diversity, equality, and inclusion on a daily basis. We encourage our industry peers learn more about EHRC’s Leadership Accord by clicking here: https://lnkd.in/gHtGwD2Y #poweringprogress #DEI #InclusiveWorkplace #inclusion

How would you define diversity? Diversity, a term that is familiar to most of us, has unique connotations and complexities that vary from one region to another. As the world is getting more connected, diversity presents an exciting challenge to tackle, especially for organizations. Christopher Schultz, Head of Group Capabilities, Culture, Engagement, and Diversity at DKSH, explains how businesses can incorporate diversity into their organizations, which also creates an opportunity for them to benefit from higher levels of engagement, collaboration, and productivity. Read here: https://okt.to/GvxpZY #DKSHInsights #DKSH #diversity #inclusion #diversityandinclusion

🔑 "Inclusion is diversity’s multiplier." Our latest white paper at The Hive highlights how inclusion, paired with diversity, catalyses true organisational potential. Learn why feeling valued and heard is crucial for employees to contribute effectively, and how this sense of inclusion can turn a diverse group into a powerhouse of productivity and innovation. 🌈 Discover how to make inclusion the heart of your DE&I strategy. https://lnkd.in/eq7U4rQF #CollectiveIntelligence #ConsultTheHive #DiversityEquityAndInclusion #EmpathyMatters #Inclusivity #Inclusion #EmbraceDiversity #LeadingChangeAtWork #ChangeMakers #LeadershipAndDevelopment #LearningAndDevelopment

"Diversity is being invited to the party; inclusion is being asked to dance." — Vernã Myers In our "Inspiring Inclusion" series, we celebrate the essence of creating environments where everyone feels genuinely welcomed and valued. This quote by Vernã Myers perfectly encapsulates the difference between mere diversity and true inclusion. #InspiringInclusion #DiversityAndInclusion #WorkplaceCulture #CelebrateDiversity #InclusiveLeadership

If you are the The Conference Board DE&I Conference stop by and see Chaunita and Sarah and learn how HRSI can help certify your organization!

Diversity isn't just about representation—it's about unlocking the power of varied perspectives. In the boardroom, diverse voices lead to richer discussions, more innovative solutions, and ultimately, better decisions. Embracing inclusion isn't just the right thing to do—it's the smart thing to do. We share our thoughts on the key lessons for dealmakers when it comes to IDE: https://lnkd.in/gfq5PmUN #DiversityInDeals #InspireInclusion #IWD2024

DEI Integrated Into All Aspects of a Company As seen in Hunt Scanlon Media's recently released 2024 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Report, at its core, building a values-driven company lays the foundation for any successful hashtag#diversity, hashtag#equity, and hashtag#inclusion strategy. "By having diverse representation, inherently you have diversity of thought at the table,” according to Ruben Moreno, CEO of Blue Rock Search, LLC. “And there’s no one that’s ever going to argue that having diversity of thought at the table doesn’t lead to better business decisions. Nevertheless, in order to access the better business results that come through diversity, you must have a holistic strategy that becomes the fabric of who your company is and what your company does over the long term by building the strategy into the business plan, rather than thinking of it as a separate and distinct issue to address.” To read more, and download the full report, please visit: https://lnkd.in/einkZSTT Special thanks to our co-sponsor: Blue Rock Search, LLC