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SUMMARY:Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace and Society: Navigating the Shifting Tides—What’s Next?
DESCRIPTION:Our Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace series is a global platform dedicated to fostering open conversations and learning around diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI) in workplaces and communities worldwide. Since 2020\, these monthly sessions have brought together professionals\, leaders\, and advocates from across the globe to explore best practices\, share personal experiences\, and discuss actionable strategies for creating more inclusive environments. These free\, virtual sessions serve as a space for collective growth\, critical reflection\, and meaningful dialogue on DEI’s evolving role in society. \nThe topic for February: Navigating the Shifting Tides—What’s Next?As the landscape of Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion (DEI) continues to shift\, we find ourselves at a crossroads. With increasing resistance\, funding cuts\, and political backpedaling\, what does the future of DEI in workplaces and society look like? How do we move forward strategically while staying true to the principles of equity and justice? \nJoin us for this timely discussion featuring Jeff Kwasi Klein\, Chisom Udeze and Thandi Dyani where we will explore the complexities of the current climate\, the evolving language of DEI\, and practical strategies for resilience\, adaptation\, and collective action. This conversation will not shy away from the hard truths—it will be a space to grapple with the challenges\, reflect on what’s at stake\, and chart a path forward. \nKey Takeaways:\n✅ Understanding the global shifts impacting DEI in workplaces and beyond✅ Strategies for sustaining equity work amidst political and corporate resistance✅ Navigating the tension between moral integrity and financial realities✅ How we organize and communicate effectively in this climate \nExpect an engaging discussion with interactive elements—your insights and reflections are welcome. \nJoin us for this digital discussion on February\, 26\, 2025 at 13.00 CET by RSVP-ing below.\nRSVP HERE!\n\n \n  \nSpeakers:\nChisom Udeze (She/Her)\, Economist\, Strategist & Executive Director of Diversify \nChisom is an accomplished Economist\, Strategist\, Investor\, and Founder with nearly two decades of experience leading impact-driven companies and actioning societal change. She serves on multiple boards\, including as chair\, and holds advisory roles across three continents. \nHer global work spans seven countries and includes collaborations with organizations like the European Commission and Boston Consulting Group. Chisom champions democracy\, sustainability\, justice\, and community driven and multi-stakeholder change-making. She also spearheads the Diversify Nordics Summit\, a leading conference for leadership and innovation. A passionate advocate for mental health\, Chisom enjoys tennis\, reading\, writing\, and has published on Forbes. \n  \nJeff Kwasi Klein (He/Him) Political Innovator & Strategist \nJeff Kwasi Klein is a dedicated advocate\, strategist\, and thinker for social justice\, equity\, and political innovation. As the former Co-Director of the Multitudes Foundation\, he supported individuals and initiatives across Europe in reimagining more inclusive\, representative\, and human politics. Before this role\, Jeff led the community-based funding project May Ayim Fonds and Germany’s first anti-discrimination counseling center for Black\, African\, and African Diasporic people at Each One Teach One (EOTO). Jeff is currently a member of the Berlin Senate’s Equality Advisory Board\, which focuses on combating anti-Black racism in Berlin\, and has served in many committees and political initiatives over the years. In these roles\, he advocates for the interests of Black\, Indigenous\, and Communities of Colour and various (post-)migrant community organizations. Jeff is dedicated to addressing structural and institutionalized forms of racism\, focusing on community building\, leadership\, and political innovation. \nThandi Dyani (She/Her) Regional Network Organizer\, Africa and The Nordics – BMW Foundation \nThandi Dyani is an independent consultant\, and external Network Organizer for Africa Region & the Nordics in the Emergent Team of the BMW foundation working with Leaders to inspire responsible leadership and catalyze change aligned with the SDGs.She is a fiercely passionate advocate for gender and racial equity and works with different organizations to foster justice\, equity\, diversity and belonging. \nThandi loves humanizing spaces and designs strategy and programs\, provides training\, keynotes and awareness for those that want to start their EDB journeys.Thandi co-initiated The UnLearning Journey for racial equity as well as the Gender Alliance\, both platforms for reflection\, awareness\, training\, leadership transformation and deep listening for a more just future. She has also been a DJ for more than 20 year and splits her time and work between the Nordics and Sub- Saharan Africa.
URL:https://diversify.no/event/diversity-and-inclusion-in-the-workplace-power-shifting-sharing-or-taking/
CATEGORIES:Global Issues & Inequality,Migration Society & Integration
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