Foundations of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
40mGeneral2022-12-15
Authors
Dereca Blackmon
CEO of Inclusion Design Group
Course details
The world of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) can be both empowering and overwhelming at times. How can someone get started in this space? In this course, Dereca Blackmon highlights how you can play an important role in DEIB. Dereca explains key terminology and the business case for diversity, then dives into best practices for diversity, inclusion, belonging, and equity. She covers how biases can impact recruiting and hiring, as well as the importance of inclusive communication, sponsorship, and mentorship. Dereca goes over why belonging matters, how to interrupt microaggressions, how to evaluate your organization for transparency and accountability, and much more. Everyone has a role to play in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging practices!
Skills covered
Inclusive LeadershipDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)Leadership and ManagementDeep Dive (X:Y)
Concepts
0. Introduction
- 01 - Your guide to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB)
- 02 - The dance of DEIB
1. Diversity Best Practices
- 03 - The business case for diversity
- 04 - Like me bias in recruiting
- 05 - Like me bias in hiring
2. Inclusion Best Practices
- 06 - Interrupting bias
- 07 - Inclusive communication
- 08 - Sponsorship and mentorship
3. Belonging Best Practices
- 09 - Why belonging matters
- 10 - Interrupting microaggressions
- 11 - Supporting employee resource groups (ERGs)
4. Equity Best Practices
- 12 - Equity in the workplace
- 13 - Evaluate for transparency and accountability
- 14 - ESG as an equity metrics
Conclusion
- 15 - Own your DEIB journey
- 16 - Q&A with Dereca