Diversity and Inclusion: How To Navigate Conversations About Diversity And Inclusion in Tech

I’m sure you’re aware of the talk and debate around the topic of diversity and inclusion. Maybe it’s left you feeling frustrated, tired, or downright apathetic…

I get it.

Much of the emotional rollercoaster stems from the challenges of navigating conversations with your teammates and peers on top of your day-to-day responsibilities.

Plus you’re probably wondering: Are these programs actually working?

You know how much I love busting myths! So in today’s Build episode, we’re going to talk about the issues specific to tech and provide you with some strategies for navigating those tricky conversations with your teammates and your peers. We’ll also dive into what isn’t working and why.

If you're curious about starting a diversity and inclusion initiative at your company or participating in another organization, then keep an eye out for the next episode where we'll do a deeper dive into a number of best practices.

To help us out I’ve invited Melinda Epler and Wayne Sutton, who are the founders of Change Catalyst and Tech Inclusion (https://changecatalyst.co).

As you watch this episode, you’ll learn the following:

- Why we may shy away from talking about diversity and inclusion

- How shaming people and companies doesn’t help the cause

- Why awareness isn’t enough — how to shift to being more process oriented

- Why it’s hard to take action individually and how to get support

- How to know if diversity and inclusion are worth it

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