The KGO Podcast

DEI - Practices in the World & Workplace - Part 1

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Summary

The conversation revolves around diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) and its practices in the workplace. The guests include Angie Karesh, Director Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion and Workforce Development at Constellation,

Jenara Prieto, Manager of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the Environmental Defense Fund, and Tony Maroney,
Executive Director; Head of Property, US & Americas; Head of Asset Management, Europe & Americas; DEIB and ESG Leader at Standard Charter Bank.

Angie, Jenara, and Tony discuss how their organizations approach DE&I, the importance of creating a sense of belonging and equity, and the need to listen to marginalized communities. They also explore the challenges and opportunities of fostering workplace relationships and supporting neurodiversity.


Takeaways

  • DE&I is crucial for organizations to create a sense of belonging and equity for their workforce.
  • Listening to marginalized communities is essential for understanding their needs and partnering with them.
  • Building workplace relationships requires creating psychologically safe spaces and accommodating diverse perspectives.
  • Supporting neurodiversity involves creating inclusive physical spaces and providing resources and accommodations.


    • Chapters

    01:00 Introduction to DE&I in the Workplace

    06:42 Creating a Vital Earth through DE&I

    11:06 Fostering Workplace Relationships

    16:45 Neurodiversity




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