View the full video transcript below. Black History Month is coming up and I know a lot of us are probably thinking, “what can we be talking about?” “What can we be reading?” especially in the workplace. So we’re going to just give you a few tips on how to get started. So the first tip is really thinking about …
Measuring Diversity and Inclusion Meaningfully
For more information about measuring the impact of DEI programs, moving on from initial benchmarking data, destigmatizing DEI data, and measuring some of the “squishier” parts of inclusion, listen to She+ Geeks Out Podcast Episode 103: The Wonderful World of DEI Metrics with Erika Powell. For many, the beginning of a new year marks a time of reflection upon the …
Episode 103: The Wonderful World of DEI Metrics with Erika Powell
To learn more about goal setting and meaningfully measuring DEI metrics, read Measuring Diversity and Inclusion Meaningfully Diversity, equity, and inclusion experts Felicia Jadczak, Fatima Dainkeh, and Erika Powell talk about the myriad of ways companies can meaningfully measure the impact of DEI programs, how to move on from initial benchmarking data, destigmatizing DEI data, what metrics are important to …
Get to Know the SGO Facilitators: Simone Jadczak
We’re excited to introduce you to some of the incredible DEI training facilitators that are part of the SGO team. We asked them to share what sparked their passion for this work, what DEI means to them, and why they do what they do. Meet Simone Jadczak, DEI Facilitator! What does DEI mean to you?To me, DEI is a celebration …
Happy 2021. The Work Continues
Greetings and happy new year, friends. Well, this wasn’t exactly the letter I wanted or planned to be writing to you all at the start of a fresh new year. However, if nothing else, 2020 has taught us to expect (and plan) for the worst, and then quickly react when we find ourselves in a new worst case scenario. So, …
Top 5 Blog Posts of 2020
What can we say about 2020 that hasn’t already been said? While we all know that this wasn’t the year anyone had hoped for, we were relieved to see moments where the turmoil, isolation, and fear began to turn toward learning, reaching out, and action. This is clearest when we look at the increased attention and support of the Black …
Reflections and Hope – 2020
Like many others, on January 1 2020, we had grand plans. It was going to be a big year for She+ Geeks Out. We were scaling up and doubling down on our commitment to abolishing inequity in the workplace. Not that anyone needs a reminder, but in March COVID hit, and it hit hard. As a services-based organization that focused …
Bringing Land Acknowledgements to Your Workplace
Land acknowledgements are growing in popularity. Perhaps you noticed the one that was featured in the recent 94th Annual Macy’s Day Thanksgiving Day Parade. Maybe you attended a meeting or gathering that began with one. Or perhaps you heard about them via podcast, from a friend, loved one, or a colleague in passing. If you are curious about this practice …
Holiday Gift Guide 2020: Books!
We combed through an embarrassment of riches of books published by womxn authors in 2020. Here’s a mere sampling of truly incredible and powerful books that will hit all the emotions. We’ve split it up between fiction, nonfiction, and coloring books. That last one is needed because, well, 2020. A note on our links. For the most part we linked …
Get to Know the SGO Facilitators: Fatima Dainkeh
We’re excited to introduce you to some of the incredible DEI training facilitators that are part of the SGO team. We asked them to share what sparked their passion for this work, what DEI means to them, and why they do what they do. Meet Fatima Dainkeh, Learning & Development Manager! What does DEI mean to you?The terms diversity, equity, …