2024 Workshop Recordings
Don’t Talk about Implicit Bias Without Talking about Structural Racism
Presenter:
Hugh Vasquez, M.S.W. (he/him/his)
Social Justice Educator
Speak Out Now
Unconscious bias has come to be recognized as a powerful force that shapes individual actions and institutional policies and practices. We now know unconscious bias plays a role in individual interactions, suspensions from school, jury verdicts, sentencing to prison, job interviews, hiring, police shootings, and policies influencing housing, health care, and more. However, what is less understood and still highly invisible is how our institutional structures perpetuate unconscious bias. It is critical that any learning about implicit bias includes both clear information about the neuroscience of bias and the context of structural racism that gave rise to and perpetuates inequalities and harmful racial bias. This session will look at three primary mechanisms that produce bias: priming, associations, and assumptions, and create an understanding of actions people can take to counteract negative race associations that lead to negative consequences for people. This highly interactive session will use activities, videos, media images, and provocative discussions to increase understanding of how implicit bias manifests, how it perpetuates, and what people can do to interrupt it with a vision for changing both individuals and systems.
POC and White Allies: Doing Our Inner Work Apart to Successfully Do the Outer Work Together
Presenter:
Frank Velásquez Jr.
Storyteller | Coach | DEIA Implementor | Changemaker
Founder, 4 Da Hood LLC
Imagine bringing your full, authentic self into leadership spaces without fear of judgment or others’ discomfort. The reality is that access to these spaces requires People of Color to leave behind the very things that make them authentic in order to “fit” in. And white allies often don’t understand why. In this session, Frank Velásquez Jr. invites folks to share their experiences and explores how dedicated learning spaces empower leaders and foster deep connections. PoC and white allies will leave the session appreciating each other’s perspective and be better equipped to collectively lead with more authenticity and joy, and in the process transform our communities.
The Pre-Work for Effective DEI: Creating, Maintaining, and Leading Psychologically Safe Teams
Presenters:
Juan Taveras, MBA, SPHR
DEI PRO FINDER
Founder, CEO, and Podcast Host
Lauren C. Taveras, Psy.D.
Bilingual Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Owner, Founder and CEO
Coral Valley Psychological Services, PLLC
Unlock the full potential of your Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives by starting with the essentials: psychological safety. This transformative workshop was designed to empower leaders and teams to create cultures of trust, respect, and openness in their workplaces. In this session, participants will explore the critical role of psychological safety as the foundation of effective DEI strategies and discover practical tools and insights to foster an environment where every voice is heard and where DEI efforts can thrive. Don’t miss this opportunity to pave the way for meaningful change in your organization.
Resources
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Creating, Maintaining, and Leading Psychologically Safe Teams, their official, self-paced course
https://deiprofinder.thinkific.com/courses/creating-maintaining-and-leading-psychologically-safe-teams
The rate for the course has been reduced for DLA participants/friends to $149 for the full course. For HR professionals: A reminder that our course has been officially approved for 6 Continuing Education (CE) credits by SHRM and HRCI
DEI Pro Finder: www.deiprofinder.com
DEI Pro Finder Podcast https://podcast.deiprofinder.com/podcast
For those interested in listening and/or applying to be interviewed
Coral Valley www.coralvalley.org
For those interested in psychotherapy, psychological evaluations, or additional training/speaking on various topics listed on the website.
April 2024: Embracing different brains in the Workplace
Centering neurodiversity as an integral part of your Inclusion strategy
Presenter:
Lydia X. Z. Brown
We unlock and harness the power of acceptance in the workplace with our transformative workshop, “Embracing Different Brains in the Workplace: Centering Neurodiversity as an Integral Part of your Inclusion Strategy.” In this workshop, we’ll explore how embracing neurodiversity can drive innovation, creativity, and productivity within your organization. Discover practical strategies for accommodating diverse neurological profiles and intersectionality by creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Learn how to foster understanding and appreciation for the unique strengths and perspectives that neurodiverse individuals bring. Join DLA as we journey towards building a more inclusive and equitable workplace where diverse brains and intersections are valued, respected, and celebrated. Let’s create a culture of belonging where everyone can reach their full potential together.
By request of presenter, April Webinar recording will not be made available.
Mirrors and Lenses – Unlearning Early Childhood Messages
Presenters:
Erin Beacham (she/her/hers)
Founder, ACTivator
ACT Consulting
Perri D. Chandler
ACTivator
ACT Consulting
We receive messages of stereotypes and assumptions at an early age from various socializers. This session will focus on what those messages are and where they came from and how they were reinforced throughout our lives. Participants will have an opportunity to identify experiences that have consciously and unconsciously shaped their identities, assumptions about other people and their worldview. Participants will also have an opportunity to reflect on how to unlearn those messages in order to reduce the impact in our workplaces, schools, communities, etc., as well as break the cycle of socialization.
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Navigating the Intersection: DEI and Leadership
Presenter:
Dr. Jeff McGee
Chief Executive Officer
Cross Cultural Dynamics
Join DLA for our first workshop of 2024. In this insightful and dynamic workshop, “Navigating the Intersection: DEI and Leadership,” we will explore the crucial connection between Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) principles and effective leadership. In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, successful leaders recognize DEI’s integral role in fostering innovation, employee engagement, and organizational success. This interactive webinar empowers leaders at all levels to understand, embrace, and leverage the imperative synergies needed between DEI and leadership. Participants will delve into practical frameworks that foster a workplace culture where diversity is not just celebrated but becomes a driving force for an equity culture shift.
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