In the depths of life’s trials and tribulations, when the weight of the world seems too heavy to bear, there is a profound need for the support of others. …

Frederick Douglass once declared, “Power concedes nothing without a demand. It never did and it never will.” These resolute words embody the essence of Douglass’s teachings and serve as a poignant reminder that radical change and collective action are necessary to forge a more just and equitable society. To truly…

K.N.E.E. (Knowledge Not Explained or Experienced) Efforts to put a K.N.E.E. (Knowledge Not Explained or Experienced) on the perspectives and experiences of marginalized communities have become increasingly common in recent years, particularly among conservative politicians and leaders. …

Or will Commitment Subside Again? Will your change efforts still rise when the “wave” of pressure, curiosity and commitment to social justice crests and subsides? Will you still be committed to the change process? Or will your motivation be “washed up” like drift wood on the river’s shore? The context for diversity, equity and inclusion…

Questions CEOs Should Ask Themselves What do the current issues, protests and challenges mean to you as a leader? What do they mean to your organization? I have heard people say that they are not racist, yet they are comfortable with a racist being their leader. …

DEI Pairing, sometimes known as professional DEI bonding, is a process used in DEI networking that helps set up a linkage between DEI subject matter experts and practitioners on the ground that allows for communications between them on important aspects of DEI change work.. In the increasingly demanding role of…

Polarities are emerging in 21st century diversity and inclusion work. These polarities will impact relationships at the micro, mezzo and macro levels and need to be fully understood. These relationships will require leaders to engage in respectful and mutually beneficial conversations about public policy, respectable behavior and organizational culture. Leaders…

Our society is becoming increasingly diverse. Cultures, behaviors, religion, cognition and other characteristics are defining who we are and what we will become. We all belong. As society incorporates these differences, we must also recognize that one part of our identity does not fully define who we are as individuals…

The tapestry that was woven of people from American and foreign lands is like the quilt that grandma made. It is a rich mosaic of strength for this challenging decade. The tapestry is as strong or as weak as a single strand. …