Speaking of Diversity and Inclusion: Recent Episodes
Andre Koen
Diversity and inclusion are related, but distinct terms. Diversity is simply defined as the differences and similarities we bring to Mayo. The practice of diversity is ensuring a representation of these different characteristics, and is concerned with such things as the number of people as determined by their race, ethnicity, gender, and many other demographic identifiers. Inclusion, by contrast, is deliberately creating a culture that accepts diversity, one in which people feel comfortable enough, and empowered, to participate and engage in their work and with one another regardless of their diversity. In other words, diversity is being asked to the party, inclusion is being asked to dance.
Kate walks us through her work in rural communities and shares both her professional insight as well as her personal journey to become more aware and inclusive of diversity. AttorneyAttorney Kate Trudell realized at a young age that she’d never find enoughthings in her personal life to advocate for so she turned her passion forpersuasion … Continue reading Speaking of…with Kate Truduell: Reverse Racism might be a thing… →
Simma Lieberman, gives a few tips on how we can crerate cultures that last and make room for inclusion in the process. She is internationally known as “The Inclusionist,” because she creates inclusive workplaces where employees love to do their best work, and customers love to do business. Her passion for diversity and its possibilities … Continue reading Speaking of…with Simma Lieberman the Inclusionist →
Bob walks us through the princples of his book Aversaries in to Allies. Faced with the task of persuading someone to do what we want, most of us expect resistance. We see the other person as an adversary and often resort to coercion or manipulation to get our way. But while this approach might bring … Continue reading Speaking of… with Bob Burg: Adversaries to Allies. →
Bruce D. Perry is an American psychiatrist, currently the Senior Fellow of the Child Trauma Academy in Houston, Texas and an Adjunct Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, Illinois.
Russell Chamberlain, LCSW is a clinical social worker and parent of twin teenagers. He is the owner of LifeSTREAM Therapy LLC in Portland, OR. As a experiential behavioral health therapist Russell uses a range of approaches both in the office and outdoors, including Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, mindfulness, Collaborative Problem Solving, biofeedback, drumming, climbing walls and challenge … Continue reading Speaking of…with Russ Chamberline: Horse Power… →
“Psychological Saftey” in these polarized times is the topic we discussed with Dr. Hammon. Dr. Nekeshia Hammond is the TV show host of Parenting Explained with Dr. Hammond, speaker, author, and owner of Hammond Psychology & Associates, P.A. Her current focus is completing psychological evaluations (with a subspecialty in ADHD and learning disabilities.). Dr. Hammond … Continue reading Speaking of… with Dr. Nekeisha Hammon: American’s Favorite Psychologist →
Dr. Jason Purnaell speaks with us about what communities can do to create better health outcome for underserved populations. Purnell is very active in the St. Louis community, including service on the boards of Beyond Housing, Inc., the American Youth Foundation, and the Peace and Justice Commission of the Archdiocese of St. Louis. He is … Continue reading Speaking of..Jason Purnell: Boiling water does not Freeze →
The mind of Walter Micheals: We discuss the importantnce of addressing inequity and not just race. His assertion is is that Social justice is market driven. What do youy think? “Most free market economists probably think that discrimination is ethically wrong but ever since Friedman’s colleague, Gary Becker, wrote The Economics of Discrimination, they know … Continue reading Speaking of…Walter Benn Michaels: the Trouble with Diversity →