Over the past year, there has been a growing backlash against Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI or DE&I) initiatives, fueled by evolving cultural dynamics, political polarization, and economic pressures. Despite this pushback, DE&I work is not new; it has evolved over the last 40+ years, transitioning from equal employment and affirmative action to more comprehensive strategies aimed at fostering inclusivity.
Recent criticism suggests that some view DE&I efforts as divisive, overly focused on minorities to the exclusion of those in the majority, creating a 'them vs. us' mentality. This webinar seeks to reframe the DE&I conversation by emphasizing that diversity goes beyond representation metrics and the identities of marginalized groups. This course will highlight the importance of creating a workplace culture where every individual, regardless of their background, feels included and valued. Participants will explore key themes such as moving beyond bias, fostering inclusion for everyone, understanding the importance of representation, and expanding the identities that frame the meaning of “diversity” in workplace DE&I efforts.
Participants will leave this webinar with a clear understanding of the historical evolution of DE&I practices, an expanded view on diversity, and strategies for creating a supportive and representative workplace. They will be invited to reimagine DE&I beyond traditional metrics, focusing on fostering an environment where all employees feel a sense of belonging. Additionally, participants will gain practical skills to implement inclusive practices and nurture psychological safety for all employees.
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Etienne Consulting
Diversity & Inclusion Consultant, Speaker & Trainer
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(301) 778-5510
Jina is a consultant and speaker on diversity, inclusion, culture, and belonging. She creates training programs and workshops to help clients move forward in their D&I journey. She is a storyteller and speaks candidly about her experiences, hard lessons, and ‘aha’ moments that helped her understand the importance of individuality, the value of curiosity, and the courage it takes to “just” be yourself. Often described as “approachable” and “relatable” by her clients, she works with purpose and the intention of being engaging, practical, and immediately applicable to real-world situations. Jina draws from her unique background and mix of work experiences to offer examples and share insights designed to benefit everyone across the workplace ecosystem – executives, management, employees, and customers.
Previously, she was Principal Consultant at EtiennePartners (EP), a boutique consulting firm that offered a unique strategy development, workshops & coaching to leaders, executives and entrepreneurs. Co-founded with her husband, EP was a full-time partnership in both work and life. Although in different professions, their work often intersected around the importance of self-awareness in leadership and navigating conflict within teams. Combining their experiences, backgrounds, and work led to the development of their unique approach to D&I, which she continues to use in her practice today.