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Hey Indiana(polis)! Do you know someone who is: * undeterred from the war on representation in the workforce? * leaning in and doing heavy lifts in the community to bring narrow the wealth gap for the marginalized and underserved? * tireless in efforts to amplify diverse voices and organizations? * a strategy leader, knocking down obstacles and creating opportunities for equity and belonging? * leading/working with a non-profit focused on addressing issues of parity for women, LGBTQ, the neurodiverse, those living with disabilities, the impoverished, the incarcerated, those struggling with addiction? * doing great work in their community or industry, but are overlooked? Here's your chance to recognize their good works! The Champions of Diversity Award highlights individuals, companies and organizations exhibiting exemplary commitment to diversity in Indiana throughout the year. You can and should take the time to shine a light on those who rarely get recognized. Those who work hard, but are not standing in the spotlight. Those who you know are convicted and determined to keep going, even when the headlines are bleak. Take time to recognize these individuals. And note that even if your nominee doesn't get the nod, it is still an honor to be nominated and recognized. Please know that. And if you feel compelled to amplify that person or organization, post something about them on LinkedIn. Celebrate others. Here's the nomination form. The deadline is September 29. But start working now! https://lnkd.in/gY5Mqy8w

Check out these valuable insights on inclusion in the workplace from one of my Brand Strategy clients, Coach Dora. I'm working with her on a long-term roll-out of: • Visual Identity Design • Brand Voice and Value Positioning • Social Media Marketing • Web Design (CoachDoraMendez.com) If you would like to book a FREE strategy conversation for your business, click Here: http://bit.ly/4c6O73G #branding #brandstrategy #visualidentity

"I want to see representation of disability in leadership roles including keynote speakers, organizational consultants, committee chairs, CEOs, advisory boards, and more. Leaders with disabilities can fill these roles and offer a different perspective and lens." Check out an Opinions piece I wrote for Hispanic Executive Magazine!

Today marks the last day of February and the last day of Black History Month. Now is an important time to remember that supporting Black and diverse-owned businesses is not our goal for a month, but year-round. We encourage our communities to continue making mindful buying decisions and contribute to the success of Black-owned companies beyond the month of February. Canteen will continue to seek out Women and Minority Owned Businesses for inclusion in our sourcing opportunities. To learn more about Canteen's commitment to diversity and inclusion, check out the link below: https://bit.ly/4bRBJW3 #BlackHistoryMonth #CanteenCelebratesBlackHistoryMonth #Diversity #Equity #Inclusion #DivsersityAndInclusion #EquityAndInclusion #ChooseCanteen

Contacts and friends - what do your actions look like for #NationalInclusionWeek? Here’s a few quick win ideas: • make sure all your hashtags have capitalised words so #EveryoneCanBeIncluded in hearing your message • learn some basic BSL. Being able to say hello or thank you in someone’s first language is really powerful • add your pronouns to your profile and signature - it may not matter to you, but it will to someone reading it • for meetings (online or in person) consider your audience. Is someone deaf or partially sighted able to garner the same information from your presentation as someone with full hearing / sight? What about neurodiverse colleagues? Have they had the presentation in advance to support their understanding? Are breakout groups in the same (noisy) room? Is your culture to allow people to stand and move if they need to? Or do people need explicit permission? Got you thinking? Great! Share your actions and let’s inspire each other!

The workplace learning laboratory that once compensated where good home training lacked is under attack, and we are all in danger. Read the full article: When They Come for Diversity, No One is Safe ▸ https://lttr.ai/AIX2n #antiracism #lgbtqia #affirmativeaction #diversity #transgender

🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈NYC Pride is now accepting Grand Marshal nominations for the 2024 NYC Pride March through December 15, 2023. The FIVE Categories are: 1. Social Justice Warrior: An activist who has spent their life advocating for a society that embraces and celebrates diversity. An individual who has fearlessly advocated for human rights while working with other people and organizations towards building a socially inclusive and progressive world. 2. Trans Rights Champion: An activist who has focused their energies on promoting equality, acceptance and safety for trans and non-binary communities. An inspirational figure who has relentlessly championed trans-causes while fighting towards drawing the community’s attention to an important issue, and directing decision-makers toward a solution. 3.Behind the scenes: An individual who has been instrumental in supporting non-profit organizations that bring awareness to and advocate for LGBTQIA+ equality. A visionary who may rarely be in the spotlight but makes a measurable difference by carefully conceiving, planning and executing strategies that bring awareness to relevant causes. 4. Youth Activist: A person 24 or younger who has been instrumental in organizing their communities to build a better and more equitable society for them and future generations. 5. Celebrated Luminary: A household name who has historically declared their support for LGBTQIA+ Rights. An individual that has used their reach to selflessly advocate for equality and respect for LGBTQIA+ people. Submit nominations here: https://lnkd.in/eicWPbcJ