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Sessions

Concurrent Session
Beyond the Surface: Cultivating True Inclusion in the Workplace
Colorado Ballroom A - Level 3
In-Person and Virtual Wednesday 11/06/2024 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM   Add to calendar
Intended Audience: Advanced (Elevating I&D), Intermediate (Fostering I&D)
Workplace Application:
Engage in hands-on activities designed to illustrate the benefits of cognitive diversity and learn to implement inclusive brainstorming sessions. Policy Development: Tools for creating or refining company policies to be more inclusive, particularly around recruitment, retention, and promotion practices. Inclusive Communication Training: Techniques for enhancing communications 

Inclusion in the workplace transcends traditional diversity metrics; it's a multidimensional practice that encompasses thought diversity and recognizes the value of different abilities. True inclusion begins with each one of us and requires a shift from merely checking the boxes of legacy diversity to fostering an environment where diverse thinking and varied abilities are genuinely valued.  In this enlightening session, hear from a speaker whose life and career journey encapsulate the multifaceted aspects of diversity. From personal experiences to professional insights, our speaker will illustrate how embracing every facet of diversity - including cognitive diversity and neurodiversity - can significantly enhance organizational culture and innovation.

Learning Objectives:

1. Acquire insights into how diverse experiences enrich workplace culture and drive innovation.

2. Apply strategies to broaden the scope of inclusion beyond physical attributes to thought processes and cognitive differences.

3. Learn best practices for leveraging the diverse abilities of all employees, including those with different physical and neurological abilities.

 

Trisha Zulic, SHRM-SCP Photo
Presenter:
Trisha Zulic, SHRM-SCP, Director, Human Resources Consultant Services,
Efficient Edge HR & Business Services, Inc.