Diversity & Inclusion Predictions: What I Got Right In 2021 & New Predictions for 2022

Every year I make predictions about diversity and inclusion trends

Find out what I got right about 2021 and my big predictions for 2022

Here are some key topics covered from this episode:

  • My Top 3 Predictions for 2022
  • What I got right in 2021
  • The shifting agenda and much more

Play the episode for more

Here are some key takeaways from this episode: 

The problem with the Business Case for Diversity

The business case for Diversity narrative isn’t enough on it’s own

I think we’ll start to see people question the business case for diversity as a given”

Activities over Events

There is a dependence on events as a proxy for meaningful inclusion work

What other activities are you engaged in?”

I’m publishing a book

I’m going to publish a book. I had a publishing deal.I turned it down

I haven’t really put any effort into getting a publishing deal which means unless a fair and equitable deal shows up. I’m going to self publish this book”

Here are some resources so you can go deeper: 

Black Lives Matter ushers in new era for diversity officers | Financial Times

Check out these related episodes of the show.

How I Supported Your Inclusion Journey in 2017 & My Inclusion Predictions For 2018

Diversity & Inclusion Predictions What I Got Wrong In 2018 & New Predictions for 2019

Diversity & Inclusion Predictions: What I Got Right In 2019 & New Predictions for 2020

Diversity & Inclusion Predictions: What I Got Right In 2020 & New Predictions for 2021

Whenever you’re ready, there are a few ways I can support your Inclusion Journey:

1.      Work with me 1:1

2.     Get Practical Book Insights

3.     Get our Free Email Course

For everything else check this

https://linktr.ee/elementofinclusion

 

The Elements of Inclusion #4

Leaders must collaborate innovatively to leverage cultural expertise and drive business performance.

  • Why inclusive outcomes are driven by innovation
  • How developing a business case for diversity and inclusion specific to your organisation is a competitive advantage
  • Why novelty is at the heart of your inclusion journey

The Elements of Inclusion #3

Leaders must establish systems to ensure that everyone shares the same advantages and benefits. These processes will create incentives for inclusive behaviours.

  • How to augment your team with the tools and insights they need to prevent structural disadvantage
  • Why reinforcing generative norms ensures everyone belongs in the organisation
  • How inclusive representations can be embedded to promote an inclusive culture

The Elements of Inclusion #2

Leaders must redefine career development relationships to support inclusive performance.
  • Why traditional mentor relationships must be revised for an inclusive workplace
  • How leaders must embrace networks of developmental relationships for individual growth
  • Why established workplace norms must evolve for inclusion in the modern workplace

The Elements of Inclusion #1

Leaders must properly socialise people and socialise inclusive ideas by providing an environment for the cultural learning needed for an active role in an inclusive organisation

  • How your socialisation processes must evolve to encourage the sustainable cultivation of inclusive competencies
  • Why Leaders must consistently negotiate the line between organisational commitment and personal authenticity to promote performance
  • How developing intersectional self awareness can help leaders to leverage individual employee experiences