What would you like to read about in the next DiversiPro newsletter? We welcome your suggestions and feedback! In the meantime... Please enjoy these articles written by some of our fantastic DEI leaders and contributors: diversipro.com/blog

CELEBRATING BLACK EXCELLENCE It is important to me that Canadian society understands and appreciates the fact that Black people are not a monolith, ethnically, religiously, financially, academically, creatively or culturally. - Naomi McDonald diversipro.com/blog

THE MINIMISATION TRAP: WHY "WE'RE ALL THE SAME" IS HURTING YOUR BUSINESS - Jenny Garrett, Jenny Garrett Global diversipro.com/blog #minimization #interculturaldevelopment #culturallyadaptiveleadership #resilience #dei #deigoals #business

The group included scientists, medical researchers, professionals, artists, leaders in business, sports, academia and technology, philanthropists, community builders, and leaders of change among others. - Hamlin Grange C.M. #Leadership #Innovation #Changemakers #Inspiration

In Revenge of the Tipping Point, Gladwell acknowledges he may have been wrong or overly simplistic in his interpretation of the broken windows theory. Read more at: diversipro.com/blog #MalcolmGladwell #RevengeOfTheTippingPoint #BrokenWindowsTheory #CriminalJustice

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CANADIAN ORGANIZATIONS - The backlash against DEl is a challenge, but it is not insurmountable. diversipro.com/blog #DEIBacklash #InclusionMatters #EquityInTheWorkplace #DiversityUnderFire #DefendDEI #DEIUnderAttack #InclusionIsNotOptional #EquityEveryday #DiversityStrength

📖 FAITH ON THE MARGINS: A Call to Serve, Not to Rule As Canada continues to grow into a vibrant, multicultural, multiracial, and multifaith nation, what is the role of Christianity today? ➡️ Read the full reflection on Christianity’s evolving role in an inclusive Canada:

In my life, I focus on making inclusion a daily practice, and living these values day to day. That means being intentional about making space at the table, understanding the environmental impact of my actions, ... - Adam Benn, Associate, DiversiPro

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSIÓN SUPPORT EMPLOYEE MENTAL HEALTH “Organizations that invest in mental health initiatives not only support the well-being of individuals, but also enhance performance, innovation, and equity across teams.” DiversiPro.com/blog

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“Schulman critiques how fear and insecurity can lead people to react defensively, cutting off dialogue instead of engaging in difficult but necessary conversations.” OFF THE BOOKSHELF: CONFLICT IS NOT ABUSE diversipro.com/blog

THE POWER AND DISEMPOWERING OF LANGUAGE IN THE TRUMP ERA “To solidify its power, the Trump administration has also directed government agencies to avoid using certain words and phrases. diversipro.com/blog

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BRIDGING THE GAPS: IMPROVING ACCESS TO CULTURALLY SPECIFIC CARE diversipro.com/blog #CulturallySpecificCare #HealthEquity #SexualAndReproductiveHealth #CulturallySafeCare #CommunityHealth #InclusiveCare #LanguageAccess #PatientCenteredCare #BIPOCHealth #DiversiPro

Want to build an inclusive workplace grounded in data? Find out about how you can use DiversiPro's IDEA Dashboard to benefit your organization. diversipro.com/idea

ASSOCIATE SPOTLIGHT WITH KENNEDY SCHULTZ The harm that comes from racism, sexism, ageism, ableism, etc. limits our capacity to thrive and address the most pressing issues of our time. I want to be part of the efforts to build solutions and create more compassionate, connected..

OFF THE BOOKSELF: WHAT IF I SAY THE WRONG THING? VERNÃ A. MYERS WHAT IF I SAY THE WRONG THING? 25 HABITS FOR CULTURALLY EFFECTIVE PEOPLE diversipro.com/blog #CulturallySpecificCare #HealthEquity #CulturallySafeCare #CommunityHealth #Inclusive #LanguageAccess #racism

... in the important work of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, simply saying that people are different and that cultures are unique, and that we must all respect each other's differences, can be a hollow cliché. Tolerance is often misconstrued as openness... - Roxanne Dubé