Table of Diversity- Learn, Connect, Grow!

2024 Personal Goal Setting:

Each year, I choose a different Diversity Element to go on a journey of learning and unlearning. Over the years, I've chosen different religions, socioeconomic levels, generations, races, gender identities, and so.

I create goals to learn more about that Diversity Element's culture, background, and traditions. I take time to reflect on my experiences with this group and unlearn any harmful stereotypes that may have informed my interactions. I prioritize support of these groups by frequenting their cultural centers, businesses, and events. I buy books by and about this group and explore other forms of media. I examine my network to determine if my circle includes people from this background and how I can build even better relationships.

Table of Diversity Weekly Preview: One of Our Favorite Books!

In 2020, I was pregnant with my first kid and the world was shut down because of the pandemic. I decided to read a couple books before baby arrived and because of the focus on racial injustice that happened in my backyard with Breonna Taylor and around the country with George Floyd and Ahmad Arbery, I read social justice books. The first book I read was The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness by Michelle Alexander. I'd had this book on the shelf for a while and thought that early-2020 was a good time to pick it up.

I'm not sure if it was the pregnancy hormones or the state of the world, but I found the book to be extremely heavy. I needed to talk it through with someone where I could be vulnerable, we…

Diversity Calendar Tips

A new year means a new calendar of events to plan and implement as we recognize and celebrate various people, groups, and histories. Let's start a thread of tips, best practices, things that you do to ensure success.

I'll start! I incorporate fun into my diversity calendar. Of course, I prioritize the serious observances, holidays, and recognitions but I also sprinkle in some fun! For example, I love to read so any book related observance (like National Book Lovers Day- August 9th) makes it into my diversity calendar. It also gives me another excuse to buy more books! I also love the food related 'holidays' like National Ice Cream Day (3rd Sunday in July) or National Cookie Day (December 4th).

You Are Invited!

If you are new to the Table of Diversity (or want a refresher!) join me on January 18th at 9am EST for a Table of Diversity 101 training session.

In today's dynamic landscape, fostering diversity and inclusion is more crucial than ever. I'm thrilled to announce a unique opportunity for you to explore the Table of Diversity- a groundbreaking tool designed to redefine how we approach diversity, equity, and inclusion.