Sessions

Concurrent Session
How to Develop a Diversity and Inclusion Initiative
Friday 09/25/2020 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM   Add to calendar
1.00 SHRM PDCs | Intended Audience: All Levels

National and global events have catapulted HR professionals into the middle of a vibrant conversation around diversity and inclusion (D&I) that many were unprepared for. As D&I efforts accelerate and the demand for sustainable and effective solutions rises, how should HR professionals think about prioritizing different audiences, leveraging data and responding to current events? In this session, we'll cover an unconventional checklist for thinking about building a D&I initiative and cover some resources for creating effective change.

OBJECTIVES

  • Learn how to get executive buy-in for D&I efforts.
  • Discover how to engage with marginalized audiences in the workplace.
  • Learn how to avoid common pitfalls in standing up for a D&I program.
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Presenter:
Willie L. Jackson II, Keynote Speaker, Consultant, and Facilitator,
Willie L. Jackson II