Sessions

Spotlight Session
The Alphabet Audit: The Next Chapter in Inclusion. (Including Lessons Learned from Hiring Gang Members & Justice Impacted Talent)
Spotlight Stage (Booth 831), INCLUSION Marketplace, Aurora Exhibit Hall 1-2 - Level 2
In-Person Wednesday 11/06/2024 11:05 AM - 11:25 AM   Add to calendar
Intended Audience: Intermediate (Fostering I&D)

Seating Instructions: Seating is first-come, first-served. Reserved seating options are available for accessibility and accommodations. For detailed accessibility information, visit INFO > FAQs in the app.


In today's rapidly evolving workplace, the demand for inclusion, equity, and diversity (IE&D) is more pronounced than ever. These critical principles are not just ethical imperatives; they are strategic assets that foster a harmonious work environment, spur innovation, boost employee engagement, and significantly impact the bottom line. KO & her team at ReEngineering HR is at the vanguard of championing this cause, focusing on the pivotal role of inclusion to energize, encourage, and elevate IE&D initiatives as fundamental elements of organizational culture.

Beyond The Alphabet - The Next Chapter in Inclusion represents an innovative journey undertaken by ReEngineering HR, led by the visionary KO. This pioneering session is dedicated to unraveling the nuances of the Alphabet Audit, a groundbreaking methodology that enriches organizational culture by weaving inclusivity, equity, and diversity into the very fabric of the workplace. By diving into each letter of the alphabet, we uncover the vast potential for creating a workspace where every individual-irrespective of their background-feels valued, understood, and primed for success.

This methodology breaks conventional boundaries, highlighting the transformative impact of inclusive practices, especially for individuals traditionally marginalized by society, including those emerging from unconventional paths. Through compelling case studies from working with Justice-Impacted Talent, including our remarkable success in integrating active rival gang members into a for-profit organization, we showcase the unmatched power of embracing the 'I' in inclusion. This session is a clarion call to cultivate an environment where diversity is celebrated and every employee is empowered to thrive. 

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the principles of the "Alphabet Audit" as a methodological tool for assessing and improving inclusivity within organizational culture.
2. Gain strategies for enhancing Inclusion, Equity, Diversity, and Accessibility (IE&D) through the lens of fair chance hiring and embracing non-traditional talent pools including active rival gang members and justice impacted talent.
3. Learn how to foster an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered, emphasizing the critical role of inclusion in workplace dynamics.
4. Acquire actionable insights and tools for integrating the "Alphabet Audit" into organizational practices to promote a culture of belonging and diversity.
5. Explore the impact of a genuinely inclusive culture on organizational performance, morale, employee engagement and bottomline.


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Accessibility & Accommodations Information: For detailed accessibility & accommodations information, visit INFO > FAQs in the app.

Dr. Khalilah Olokunola Photo
Presenter:
Dr. Khalilah Olokunola, Founder/Impact Architect,
ReEngineering HR