In honor of Juneteenth, we were joined by Zara Chaudary, Global DEIB Impact Manager from PowerToFly, and guest speaker Derek Lipscomb to explore the history, significance and ongoing impact of Juneteenth.
Together, we discussed this important commemoration of the end of slavery and its relevance in today's continued struggle for racial equality.
In the spirit of continued learning, we're sharing access to the Courageous Conversation so that you can watch it on your own time and learn more from our subject matter expert.
📝Key Takeaways
After watching the session, you will gain the following insights and actionable steps:
- Celebrate Juneteenth as an important American holiday representing the truest form of freedom, encouraging your organization to recognize it as an opportunity for all employees to learn about this significant historical event and its continued relevance today.
- Foster a culture of openness, patience and intellectual curiosity when discussing topics related to diversity, equity and inclusion, providing opportunities for employees to engage in open dialogues, learn from each other's stories and perspectives, and approach these conversations with humility, recognizing that mistakes will happen but can be learning experiences.
- Go beyond performative allyship by making concrete efforts to support and uplift marginalized communities, both within and outside the organization, encouraging your company to actively partner with local community groups, sponsor educational initiatives, and leverage its platform to amplify underrepresented voices.
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