Whether it's conscious or unconscious, many people who say they are diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) allies are profiting from oppression. Learn what this looks like and how neutrality can be toxic in DEI work. 

Today's episode addresses why someone might stay in an organization that plays diversity. Although the majority of people depart, there's value in staying, getting to the root of historical oppression, and pushing against a system that repeatedly harms members of diverse groups. 

This episode is all about lifting you up. If no one has ever thanked you for doing this work and sacrificing for diversity, equity, and inclusion, these words will acknowledge you. Thank you for all you do. Your work is not in vain. 

It takes courage to be a diversity whistleblower. For those of you called to do this work, know that what you are doing is worth it. Your efforts are not in vain. 

When someone new comes to your organization, it's time to update your policies. Learn what you must do to ensure that all voices and people are included authentically in your organization. 

"Instead of showing me your diversity statement, show me your hiring data, your discrimination claim stats, your salary tables, your retention numbers, your diversity policies, and your leaders’ public actions against racism. End performative allyship."

Listen to what motivated the creation of this viral tweet that has transformed how people think about diversity. 

Diversity is being politicized in every area of U.S. society. This episode calls out the fear that is hindering diversity work and ways to address this fear. 

As a global pandemic continues, kids under 5 and their parents await the option to receive a vaccine. This presents a perfect equity example that can be translated to multiple environments. 

Many people don't receive formal feedback about the impact of their diversity well. Today's episode offers a perspective about whether your diversity efforts are transforming environments. 

This episode breaks down the elements of performative diversity and shares tips for moving from "fake" diversity to authentic diversity.