Implicit Bias Training for Inclusive Organizations      Implicit bias, deeply ingrained prejudices and stereotypes that unconsciously influence our decisions, can undermine diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within organizations. Many forward-thinking companies are beginning to embrace implicit bias training to counteract these biases. This type of training is often designed to raise awareness, promote self-reflection, [...]

Why is Workplace DEI Still a Topic of Discussion?

We are still talking about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the workplace because even though significant progress has been made in recent years, there is still a long way to go to create truly inclusive and equitable workplaces. One of the main reasons we still need to talk about DEI is that there are [...]

Revealing Workplace Microaggression Consequences

Microaggressions are subtle, often unconscious actions or behaviors that can be interpreted as demeaning or derogatory towards individuals from marginalized groups. These actions can take many forms, such as dismissing someone's experience, making assumptions based on stereotypes, or using language that is offensive or inappropriate. I can still recall the first day working at CBC [...]

The Value of Mentorship in a Diverse Workforce.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives are important to creating a workplace that values and supports employees of all cultural backgrounds. But these initiatives can only succeed if they are supported by effective formal or informal mentoring programs.  Formal mentoring is a structured program whereby an experienced employee guides and supports a less experienced employee [...]

Why Organizations are Hesitant to Offer DEI Sessions?

    There are many reasons why organizations only talk about offering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) sessions for their employees but don't actually do so. Delivering all-day workshops or even one-hour seminars on a regular basis is imperative now more than ever before because diversity is now a fact in many workplaces, especially in [...]

Tackling Unconscious Bias and Microaggressions in the Workplace

There has been a global focus and efforts toward the elimination of racial injustice and discrimination in every subset of society. One of the manifestations of discrimination in the work environment is unconscious bias and microaggressions. Lots of business leaders and company management in global workplaces are becoming more particular about adopting Diversity, Equity, and [...]

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Managing Cultural Differences in the Workplace

  It is undeniable that cultural diversity is here to stay in today’s business world. Business in recent times is more often than not set on some sort of global stage. With the aid of technology, the world is already a global village. Lots of companies are keen on recruiting the best hands for their [...]

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Breaking the Chains of Tokenism in the Workplace

The recent clamor for the entrenchment of Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity in the workplace is not without some inadequacies and unsavory practices being associated with some organization’s DEI strategies and programs. One of such practice is the idea of tokenism.  In this article, we intend to define tokenism, highlight the negative effects of tokenism and [...]

Tackling the Issue of Unconscious Bias in the Workplace

Some times the human brain creates certain prejudice in our minds. These prejudices often result in an unconscious bias that we may not even be aware of.  It is usually uncomfortable to discuss issues of prejudice, bias, and diversity within the workplace. However, unconscious bias can have real consequences that hinder an employee’s positive experience [...]

Discrimination Legacy Still Present in Canada

  On the surface, Canada presents the image of a nation of peace and calm, but unfortunately, it still carries the colonial undertone of racism, bigotry, and xenophobia. Recently a Muslim family of five was deliberately ambushed by a twenty-year-old driver in  London, Ontario that sent shock waves throughout this multicultural country of 38 million [...]

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