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February 21, 2012
Grasping the importance of difference is one thing. Understanding how and when to leverage that difference is a completely different thing—something that separates various stages in diversity and inclusion development from one another; and something that Dr. Milton J. Bennett of the Intercultural Development Research Institute believes is possible mainly with intercultural development....
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January 24, 2012
David McAfee splits his time between fulfilling his prescribed duties as a commander in the United States Navy and supporting The Wounded Warrior Project, helping disabled veterans acclimate back to civilian life and find employment.
“Their lives have been turned upside down, and they may love the military and what they were doing, but they might not be able to continue [serving in their...
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January 18, 2012
Dear Diversity and Inclusion Leaders,
Another new year full of opportunity. How are you going to make the most of it? As cliché as they may be, New Year’s resolutions can be a great motivation tool. In fact, earlier this month, we offered some practical suggestions of things you could do to increase your impact this year.
This is a good moment to also re-examine common topics, challenges, and...
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January 10, 2012
Overcoming Obstacles and Protecting Diversity’s Legacy
"None of us look like our story," says Steve Pemberton, divisional vice president and Chief Diversity Officer at Walgreens. It's a concept he weaves throughout his work, and one he understands from personal experience.
At first glance, Pemberton—an accomplished African-American corporate executive, husband, and father of three—belies his life...
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January 3, 2012
Another new year is upon us and across the globe people are making proclamations of change. From losing weight to quitting smoking to spending less time on Facebook, resolutions intended to improve one’s life abound.
For diversity professionals, the New Year holds a wealth of new opportunities and untapped potential. As we launch back into work mode after a hectic holiday season, it’s an ideal...
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December 20, 2011
Dear Workplace Diversity and Inclusion Leaders,
At Diversity Best Practices, we are actively pursuing, capturing, cataloging, and disseminating best practices from around the world and ensuring that our members get exposure to global issues firsthand. Case in point: Last month, we hosted a Best Practice Session in Shanghai, China. The event was part of an annual global initiative conducted in...
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December 20, 2011
Before journeying to Shanghai, China for Diversity Best Practices’ Global Best Practice Session in November, most people who had spent time in the Far East told me one of two things: China is one of the few places in the world where I would likely feel like a foreigner due to the difference in language, culture, and religious practices or natives would frequently stare at me or ask to take...
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December 16, 2011
The United States is rich with diversity, which is reflected in the observances celebrated by its various cultures and populations. Knowledge of the following diversity holidays and celebrations can enhance your workplace diversity and inclusion efforts. (Please note: All dates are for 2012.)
January
January 6 is Epiphany, a holiday recognizing the visit of the three wise men to the baby...
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