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Managing the Toll of DEI Work: The Physiology of Inclusion™

Managing the Toll of DEI Work: The Physiology of Inclusion™

Posted by | Feb 27, 2020 | , , | 0

We are living in a time of significant polarization, due to factors such as rapidly changing demographics and immigration patterns, globalization of the marketplace, advancements in technology, and deviations from traditional societal norms of the past. The Physiology of Inclusion™ (POI) is a whole-body system to improve the physical, mental, and emotional health of DEI practitioners and leaders in order to enable them to lead inclusively. 

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Power to the People: A Way Forward After the US Presidential Election

Power to the People: A Way Forward After the US Presidential Election

Posted by | Nov 14, 2024 | , , | 0

As we reflect on one of the most consequential U.S. elections in our lifetime, emotions are running high. This election brought us a choice between division and polarization or unity and inclusion. The contentious and divisive rhetoric surrounding the campaign was such that no matter who the winner was it would require some healing and a plan forward. Let’s commit to cultivating spaces where everyone can belong, empowered by our shared humanity.

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Why Parental Mental Health and Well-Being Is a Critical Public Health Issue — and How Employers Can Help

Why Parental Mental Health and Well-Being Is a Critical Public Health Issue — and How Employers Can Help

Posted by | Oct 3, 2024 | , | 0

There are many reasons I look forward to autumn in New York. I intentionally keep these experiences top of mind because this time of year can also be very stressful for me — particularly when it comes to sending my son back to school and navigating the complexities of special education. Whenever there’s a transition in services, whether it’s specific to preschool or turning 5, it involves marshaling what feels like a village of people to ensure that everyone does their part.

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A Point of View: Reclaiming Power in Spaces of (Un)Belonging

A Point of View: Reclaiming Power in Spaces of (Un)Belonging

Posted by | Sep 19, 2024 | , | 1

Recently, I have been reflecting on the idea of belonging and how to cultivate spaces where people feel appreciated, affirmed, and dignified. Personally, I have never felt a strong sense of belonging in most spaces I’ve had to navigate. This also speaks true to my experiences where safety and belonging are assumed — rather than something that needs to be carved out and intentionally nurtured. After all, you cannot truly belong in spaces that aren’t designed for you.

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A Point of View: Advocacy for the 2SLGBTQIA+ Community at Work

A Point of View: Advocacy for the 2SLGBTQIA+ Community at Work

Posted by | Aug 22, 2024 | , | 0

Recently, during a virtual conversation with a colleague, she asked me about the pronouns beside my name. As a cisgender woman, I explained that “siya” is a Tagalog non-gendered pronoun that applies to all people. In addition to “she,” I include “we” in my list of pronouns to show solidarity for normalizing nonbinary and inclusive uses of we, they, and them.

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Racial Justice at Work: Practical Solutions for Systemic Change

Racial Justice at Work book cover

Black Fatigue: How Racism Erodes the Mind, Body, and Spirit

Inclusive Conversations: Fostering Equity, Empathy and Belonging Across Differences

We Can’t Talk About That At Work! (Second Edition)

Cover of the book We Can't Talk about That at Work (Second Edition) by Mary-Frances Winters and Mareisha N Reese

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