How to Navigate Differences and Foster Inclusion in Politically Charged Times
Tough times reveal what kind of culture we really have. Here’s how to build trust—not tension. We’re living in an age where politics, identity, and global events are part of everyday life—and yes, that includes the workplace. From elections to social movements, your team isn’t just bringing their skillsets to work—they’re bringing their whole selves, too. Their […]
Five Ways Social Impact Leaders Navigate Turbulent Times
In 2025, people working in the sphere of equity, environment, and social impact face new and evolving challenges. Many ideas that they assumed were common sense – such as the need to advance sustainability, equity, and inclusion and to create inclusive workplaces – are subjects of intense political debate. All their efforts face new scrutiny. […]
“Free Speech” or Hate Speech
Acting Together Against Residential School Denialism The current political climate in North America has created an atmosphere of leniency toward racist speech by public figures. Any reaction against this racism, then, is called an attack on free speech. It is in this political climate that leadership and public commitment to truth and reconciliation become increasingly […]
Walmart Rolls Back DEI: Navigating Today’s Social and Political Climate
With the attack on all the social and environmental progress we have made, do we abandon the work or stand firm? Recently, one of the world’s largest companies caved to mounting political pressures and changed its whole approach to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). In recent months, WalMart has stopped using the term “DEI” altogether. […]
EDI Governance: The Missing Link Between Strategy and Impact
Those who have power are the ones who must take steps to create an equitable world. It’s their duty to open doors, to amplify marginalized voices, and to advocate for inclusivity. – Brené Brown Organizations know that equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are important. They may even have a plan or a strategy for how […]
A Pendulum Swing: The Controversy of DEI in Today’s World
In 2020, the murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police ignited a surge of unrest, prompting swift public commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Major corporations responded by creating new DEI roles or expanding existing teams, and the term quickly became a prominent buzzword in workplaces. While these initiatives were initially met with widespread […]
Beyond Male Allies – Changing the Conversation on Men and EDI
Are men showing up to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) conversations the way we hope? That was a question raised by Jake Stika, Executive Director of Next Gen Men, in a recent webinar with Inclusivity. Next Gen Men is a Canadian nonprofit dedicated to changing how the world sees, acts, and thinks about masculinity. Stika’s […]
Decolonizing Workplace Practices – An Inclusivity Dialogue with Len Pierre
During the many years that consultant Len Pierre has been working with organizations to support learning on reconciliation and Indigenous cultural safety, he has seen how discussions of colonialism can bring up strong feelings. Words such as “genocide” and “decolonization” can be emotionally triggering, he says. Pierre always approaches these topics with kindness and respect, […]
Building Inclusion Calendars: Resources & Common Pitfalls
“Being safe is about being seen and heard and allowed to be who you are.” – Dr. Rachel Naiomi Remen. In the workplace, “being safe” – creating a safe, inclusive culture – means knowing your employees and finding ways to connect with them about what’s meaningful in their lives. To this end, many organizations are […]
Inclusive Holidays: Beyond a “One-Size-Fits-All” Approach
A welcoming, inclusive workplace recognizes diversity, including by acknowledging that different people may wish to mark different days of significance throughout the year. “Everyone should have the right to acknowledge what matters to them,” says Sara Hamelin, HR consultant with Inclusivity. As a result, many organizations focused on creating more equitable policies around holidays are […]
