Diversity and Inclusion

8 Tips and Inclusive Language Examples

Language is a reflection of our culture and society. Intentionally or not, our words can minimize or exclude people, particularly those in underrepresented people groups. This includes people with disabilities, people of color, people with diverse gender identities,...

Take a Closer Look at Policy

Spring cleaning isn’t just for your garage. That “refresh-renew-re-think” energy you get when the temperatures begin to rise and the daylight hours get longer? Don’t leave it at home. It’s important to carry it with you into the workplace. The beginning of the year is...

Don’t let your Managers get Stuck in the Middle – Promote with Support

Working for an exceptional leader or, alternately, working for a crummy one, is a universal and impactful milestone in an employee’s career. Ask just about anyone in the workforce, and they can recall the most positive or negative experience they’ve had with a boss or...

Why Employee Engagement Must Be a Top Priority – Especially Now

In the world of work, engagement isn’t just a buzzword – it’s a bellwether. According to Gallup’s latest global workplace report, employee engagement has fallen for only the second time in more than a decade. For U.S. employees, that drop is the first in 15 years....

Why Inclusion instead of Diversity?

In 2012, before founding Inclusity, Maria White wrote this article, articulating her thoughts about diversity training. After decades in the field, she was convinced that there was a more effective way for organizations to engage employees. For her, it wasn’t about...

What Organizational Leadership Should Focus on in 2025

As we charge into 2025, one thing is clear: it's time for leaders to shift their perspectives. Gallup's recent studies show that respect in the workplace is at an all-time low, and employee engagement has hit a 10-year low. These aren't just numbers; they represent a...

 A Millennial Takes on Misconceptions of Inclusive Leadership Training

Across many industries, we’re experiencing a fundamental shift in how people approach work, driven in large part by Millennial’s and Gen Z's expectations of the workplace. From the embrace of hybrid workplaces to ever-evolving dress codes, we’re seeing the rejection...

Inclusity’s Inclusive Leadership Framework: The Path to Inclusion and Diversity

  For years, I’ve heard that diverse teams are better than homogenous teams. Diverse teams outperform, are smarter, more innovative, and lead to more profitable organizations. Yet, I don’t completely buy it.  This might surprise you; after all, we’re a company focused...

Inclusive Leadership Can Address Dips in Employee Engagement

At Inclusity, we closely follow workplace trends regarding employee engagement. It’s more than just curiosity; it’s part of our mission to help organizations create environments where employees engage. Gallup shared data in January that indicates that engagement...

What Organizational Leadership Should Focus on in 2024

The turn of the calendar year often prompts organizations to pause and reflect; it’s an opportunity to assess the previous year and make conscious choices about where to go in the current year. 2023 stood out for concerns about inflation, adjustment to the “new...
The Importance of Employee Engagement

The Importance of Employee Engagement

The importance of inclusive and engaged leadership at the highest levels is very closely tied to the engagement of their employees. Employee engagement refers the level of commitment and enthusiasm that employees have for their work and the company they work for. When...

Juneteenth

Juneteenth

Although the Emancipation Proclamation had been signed by President Abraham Lincoln on January 1, 1863, it took more than two years for the news to reach Texas, which was still under Confederate control during the Civil War…

Diversity and Inclusion (DEI) Training is the foundation of any organization’s drive to create a welcoming and inclusive workplace. Our articles on Diversity and Inclusion provide resources, insights, and best practices for companies seeking to build a diverse and inclusive culture. Our DEI training programs are designed to help employees understand the importance of diversity, develop cultural competencies, and learn strategies for creating a more inclusive workplace. We cover various topics, including unconscious bias, allyship, and subtle acts of inclusion. We aim to empower leaders to create a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and included. Join us as we explore the power of Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace.