August 19, 2021

Connecting The Dots: DEI, The Media Industry, and Inclusivity

22 minutes

Caroline Chambers is the senior director of diversity equity and inclusion at Graham Media Group, in her role, she leads all aspects of the DEI strategy to ensure intentional, measurable practices for building core talent, fostering workplace culture programs that promote equity as well as inclusivity. While she may be relatively new to the broadcast space, she is definitely not new to the work of being a DEI practitioner. Her background includes management roles in financial services, healthcare, and nonprofit organizations.

In our conversation, we talk about the changes and growth within the broadcast media industry with regards to diversity, equity, and inclusion. She shares some new approaches Graham Media Group has taken with respect to applying the DEI lens to all areas of the organization. We also talk about the importance of accountability, and even though it may be daunting, there are ways to make it positive and encouraging. To connect with Caroline, you can find her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroline-chambers01cc

Topics In This Episode

Collaborating with other DEI practitioners

Addressing the emotional and personal toll DEI work takes

Having a dedication to service

The conversation around moving back into the workplace, and addressing the needs of the people, from an emotional perspective

The different experiences different communities of individuals may have experienced throughout covid and the pandemic

Some of the things you can do in the workplace that create inclusivity

Connecting leadership with networks of diverse candidates

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