From the headlines, it’s clear that diversity programs aren’t increasing diversity within organizations. After working with Fortune 500 companies like Walmart and Verizon on their inclusion and diversity efforts over the past decade, Jennifer Brown says that it’s because many of us want be more inclusive but aren’t sure where to start. In her new book​ she demystifies the process of creating inclusive workspaces into clear steps that anyone can take no matter their role.

In this interview you will:

• Learn ​​how to respectfully use inclusive language - gender pronouns, diverse family formations, etc.
• ​Discover ​​how to recognize bias and know if you’re unwittingly participating in it.
• ​​Learn ​​how to identify your unique “diversity story” that will help you better relate to underrepresented and marginalized employees.
• Find ​out how leading the charge with diversity initiatives can help you stand out as a leader.

BIO:

Jennifer Brown is a leading diversity and inclusion expert, dynamic keynote speaker, best-selling author, award-winning entrepreneur and host of The Will To Change podcast, which uncovers true stories of diversity and inclusion. As the founder, president and CEO of Jennifer Brown Consulting, Jennifer’s workplace strategies have been employed by some of the world’s top Fortune 500 companies and nonprofits—including Walmart, Microsoft, Starbucks, Toyota Financial Services, T-Mobile, and many others— to help employees bring their full selves to work and feel Welcomed, Valued, Respected and Heard℠.