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For HR leaders committed to diversity and inclusion, creating welcoming workplaces should be a year-round initiative. Whether we call it diversity, equity, or inclusion, this is an area where HR continues to struggle despite the fact that workplaces all over the world have become more diverse in terms of culture, ethnicity, gender, physical and cognitive abilities in the organization.

This virtual event will not only help deepen the knowledge, but also equip HR Leaders to ensure that everyone feels welcomed, culturally and socially accepted, and have a sense of belonging in the workplace. Join our keynote speakers as they look at DEI efforts in today’s world and how they are integrated into the organizational strategic plans, provide a snapshot of the current state of DEI initiatives, and discuss its vital significance in both organizational performance and social justice.


Symposium Session Highlights:

Keynote Session  

Inclusive Language: Creating a Culture of Belonging

Speaker: Sophia Dhrolia, Director of Diversity and Inclusion and Employee Experience, Toronto Region Board of Trade

Description:
The reality is words can either cause harm or create a culture of belonging. While we are used to certain ways of addressing groups of people with "hey guys, hi ladies", the reality is that not everyone fits into those binaries. Many people have not had to think about their use of their words but it's time to actively unlearn.

Mini Super Session:  

A People-Centred Approach: Insights from FoodShare

Speaker: Paul Taylor, SFU Continuing Studies

Description:
Paul M. Taylor is an instructor at SFU Continuing Studies in the areas of leadership and non-profit management.

Paul serves as the executive director of FoodShare Toronto, Canada’s largest food security organization. Before taking the helm at FoodShare, Paul was the executive director of two community-based organizations in Vancouver. He has also served as chair of the B.C. Poverty Reduction Coalition, board member at the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (B.C. office) and member of the Raise the Rates B.C. Steering Committee. He currently serves as vice-chair of Food Secure Canada.

Growing up materially poor has inspired much of Paul’s activism as a tireless anti-poverty and right-to-food champion. In recognition of his efforts, Paul was named one of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 by BNN Bloomberg in 2020.


Mini Super Session:

The Intersectionality of Diversity

Speaker: Mariat Lennon, Regional Manager 2SLGBTQ+ Business Development Pacific & The Yukon, TD Bank Group

Description:
If we cannot see a problem we cannot fix. Intersectionality allows the lens for diversity, inclusion and ultimately, equity.

Course curriculum

    1. Video - Inclusive Language: Creating a Culture of Belonging

    2. PowerPoint - Inclusive Language: Creating a Culture of Belonging

    1. Video - A People-Centred Approach: Insights from FoodShare

    1. Video - The Intersectionality of Diversity

    2. PowerPoint - The Intersectionality of Diversity

    1. Course Survey

About this course

  • 6 lessons
  • 2 hours of video content

Meet your presenters

Sophia Dhrolia

Sophia Dhrolia (she/they) is a Director of D&I and Employee Engagement and is passionate about building a culture that values diversity, champions inclusion, and promotes collaboration to drive business results. She is committed to developing environments where differences are valued and where people are empowered to bring their authentic selves to the workplace. She focuses on breaking down systemic barriers, driving positive change in organizations, and on improving experiences. She drives disruptive innovation to improve the experience where possible.

Paul Taylor

Paul M. Taylor is an instructor at SFU Continuing Studies in the areas of leadership and non-profit management. Paul serves as the executive director of FoodShare Toronto, Canada’s largest food security organization. Before taking the helm at FoodShare, Paul was the executive director of two community-based organizations in Vancouver. He has also served as chair of the B.C. Poverty Reduction Coalition, board member at the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (B.C. office) and member of the Raise the Rates B.C. Steering Committee. He currently serves as vice-chair of Food Secure Canada. Growing up materially poor has inspired much of Paul’s activism as a tireless anti-poverty and right-to-food champion. In recognition of his efforts, Paul was named one of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 by BNN Bloomberg in 2020.

Mariat Lennon

Mariat is an experienced business development professional skilled in setting organization's strategic direction with over 20 years in banking between Canada, England and Ireland at various leadership roles. Mariat is highly skilled in identifying emerging gaps and or opportunities in the marketplace. She holds an Executive MBA from Athabasca University. Mariat advocates for diversity and inclusion. This advocacy means amplifying the voices, listening and serving the need of diverse business segments. (Black, Indigenous , People of colour, the 2SLGBTQ+ business community, Women in business and non-binary entrepreneurs and persons with disabilities) Mariat is a key influencer in the community with a passion in creating success for business owners, employees, and communities. Mariat uses her wealth of knowledge and expertise of financial products and services to lead sales and client-relationship management, recommends new products and services, and guides long-term objectives to meet personal and business needs and requirements. A recognized community voice, she takes pride in organizing business events that draws upon media and key decision makers attention in the community.