The Diversity Movement

As the CEO of Exhale, Matt Sheehan found that a crucial step to achieving the organization's goals was to place team members at the center of its strategies. This intentional focus creates an environment where individuals are not just cogs in a machine. Instead, employees and their sense of well-being and belonging are viewed as the heart and soul of the organization’s success. By valuing every voice, regardless of background or position, inclusive leaders unlock a treasure trove of ideas that lead to solutions far more ingenious and meaningful than any that could be conceived in isolation Sheehan shares this insight in the second chapter of #TheInclusiveLeadershipHandbook, which focuses on the need for a shift from traditional leadership paradigms to a more inclusive style. Check out the link in the comments to order your copy of The Inclusive Leadership Handbook for more lessons from Sheehan and other leading executives.

📣 Client Spotlight: Easterseals UCP North Carolina & Virginia and Transitions LifeCare are both nominated for The News & Observer Publishing Company's Raleigh's Best Awards! Easterseals is up for the award in two categories: Best #Nonprofit in Raleigh & Best #MentalHealth Services in Raleigh. Transitions LifeCare is up for the award in the category of Best Hospice. Show your support by voting for the organizations through the link in the comments. #RaleighsBest

82% of the global workforce is at risk for #burnout according to Mercer’s 2024 Global Talent Trends Report. Burnout is an all-too-common occurrence and far too overlooked by mangers and leaders. Burnout in your office can often cause more mistakes, less productivity, and fewer collaboration opportunities. In Kaela Sosa, CDE®'s latest article, she shares how you can spot burnout and ways to mitigate it. Some common signs of burnout include: - Feeling tired or drained - Lack of motivation - Express feeling like a failure Some ways you can combat burnout include: - Set realistic goals and regularly reassess - Prioritize relationship-building - Model self-care Check out the full article for seven key actions leaders can take to boost employee resilience and help them cope with stress. #WellBeing #MentalHealth

In 2008, the U.S. named July as National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, yet more than 20% of adults continue to live with mental illness— many of whom not getting the care they need. Lack of treatment for mental health challenges can stem from a variety of factors, including lack of access to adequate healthcare specifically for underrepresented communities. So, how can we bridge the racial health gap? Three experts in the healthcare industry Nora Triola, Ph.D., R.N., N.E.A.-B.C., David Cade, and Julie KennedyOehlert weighed in on the discussion, sharing how organizations and individual service providers can improve health outcomes in underserved communities. Recommendations included: Nurturing diverse healthcare providers Establishing new ways of listening Speaking up in healthcare conversations Fixing structural barriers to healthcare For additional information about these recommendations, check out the full article linked in the comments below. #MentalHealthAwareness #NationalMinorityMentalHealthAwarenessMonth #HealthcareEquity

Kurt Merriweather, CDE®, Co-Founder and VP of Marketing at TDM, and Susie Silver, CDE®, TDM Director of Client Success, are presenting at the Raleigh Chamber Triangle DEI Alliance 2024 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity Conference next week! Kurt will present on Generational Diversity in the Workplace, diving into the ways that bias, specifically Ageism, can manifest and be eliminated within organizations. On the panel, Celebrating Our Wins and Continuing Success, Susie will discuss how to make the business community more diverse, equitable, and inclusive. The panel will work through how DEI has improved and created culture shifts for the better in the workplace. Panelists will also discuss how they succeeded in their methods to create a more inclusive environment. Register through the link in the comments to join us on July 23rd for the conference.  #DEIConf24 #DEIConference #TriangleDEIAlliance

#CSuite executive Timothy Humphrey, recently named one of North Carolina's Most Influential Leaders by Business NC, praises The Inclusive Leadership Handbook as an essential resource for navigating the complexities of #InclusiveLeadership in global business. He emphasizes the transformative impact of the book on team dynamics and innovation. Join Tim and countless other leaders utilizing this comprehensive guide to drive #success in their organizations. Get your copy today!

Have you registered for our 2024 Virtual #PrivilegeWalk yet? During the session on July 25, host Jackie Ferguson, CDE® will lead attendees through 41 questions to uncover personal levels of privilege. After, a panel of special guests will discuss their privilege numbers and experiences with privilege throughout their lives. Meet the panel below! Bennett McAuley is DEI Program Manager at SAS, where he serves at the administrative and strategic lead for the company’s Employee Inclusion Group. Chi Nwakuche is a former foster kid who participates in advocacy work for foster kids and those who have aged out of foster care. Jonathan Frederick is an award-winning science communication and informal education expert working as CEO of Marbles Kids Museum & IMAX Theater in downtown Raleigh, NC. Elaine Lin Hering is a bestselling author and works with organizations and individuals to build skills in communication, collaboration, and conflict management. Learn more and save your seat through the link in the comments!

Tired of traditional management approaches that leave employees feeling undervalued and uninspired? Bestselling author and #leadership expert Laurie Ruettimann recommends an essential resource for you: The Inclusive Leadership Handbook! Discover expert strategies to create a diverse and #InclusiveWorkplace where engagement soars and employees thrive. Say goodbye to outdated management practices and hello to a culture that prioritizes employee fulfillment and lasting achievement. Get your copy today. https://lnkd.in/eYQ5trVd

July is #DisabilityPrideMonth, and this year marks the 34th anniversary of the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This month is an opportunity to reflect on the progress made in dismantling barriers and promoting accessibility, while acknowledging the work that still needs to be done. We're highlighting 5 of our clients, partners, and friends doing great work in the #DisabilityInclusion and #Accessibility space that you should know about. 1) Our partners at Ablr 360 are breaking down accessibility and cultural barriers through digital accessibility audits, disability inclusion training, and workforce development programs that create pathways for employment for people with disabilities. 2) If you're local to the Triangle, NC, you should know about 321 Coffee, a coffee shop and roastery staffed by individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 3) Our friends at Easterseals UCP North Carolina & Virginia provide disability, behavioral health and addiction treatment services to help our neighbors live their best lives. 4) TDM partner AbilityLinks is the leading web-based community for job seekers with disabilities, Veterans, and inclusive employers. 5) Gabi's - Powered by Special Abilities! provides workforce training, education, and other support programs to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to help them secure employment, contribute to society, and live a purposeful, rewarding life. Ready to learn how your organization can embrace Disability Pride Month, check out our guide linked in the comments below.

Did you know The Diversity Movement is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® and SHRM-SCP® recertification activities? All TDM webinars, online courses, and our Certified Diversity Executive training are eligible for credits. Head to the comments to learn more and start earning credits. #ProfessionalDevelopment #ContinuingEducation