In this seventh episode of HRD Masterclass, guests Dr. Marilyn Y. Byrd (University of Oklahoma), Dr. Yonjoo Cho (University of Texas at Tyler), and Dr. Torrence Sparkman (Rochester Institute of Technology) discuss Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and its role within Human Resource Development, including:

• The opportunity for HRD to work on social justice issues.
• How HRD can work with HRM on diversity, equity, and inclusion in organizations.
• The effectiveness of diversity training.
• Leveraging Critical Race Theory and Human Relations to aid HRD work on diversity.
• HRD's work on gender issues within organizations.
• Preparing HRD practitioners to work on social justice issues in organizations.

In the first part of the episode, Marilyn, Yonjoo, and Torrence meet one-to-one with the host, Darren Short. In the second part, they meet together to discuss their shared interest in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

For full details on the HRD Masterclass series, visit hrdmasterclass.com. For more information on the Academy of Human Resource Development, visit ahrd.org - by being a member of AHRD, you can access bonus materials not included in this episode.

This episode is sponsored by the Department of Human Resource Development at The University of Texas at Tyler, Soules College of Business. For full information, check out their website.