Inclusion Symposium 2023
Session Recording (4.0 CPD Hours) | Original Broadcast Date: June 2, 2023
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 SESSIONS
Keynote Session: Leveraging your Leadership in DEIB
Speaker: Garry Priam - Founder, Mossa International Incorporated
Description: Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) are everyone’s responsibility. However, studies have shown that establishing that culture must start from the top down. DEIB leaders and champions understand this and the importance of weaving these values in the fabric of their organization’s culture.
Come share, learn, laugh, and bond during this highly interactive and engaging session and leave with a greater sense of purpose, drive, and commitment to leveraging your leadership on your DEIB journey.
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Keynote Session: Insights From a Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Practitioner: Actionable Strategies and Tools for Inclusion
Speaker: Stephanie Redivo - Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Director, COO Division, TransLink
Description: By the end of the keynote, participants will have a better understanding of how to get started in equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) in the workplace, with practical strategies and tools. They will leave with a blueprint of actionable steps for implementing equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives in their workplace, and the knowledge and skills to get started today.
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Super Mini Session: The Top Three Reasons Why Training is a Crucial Component of your Diversity, Equity & Inclusion strategy
Speakers: Bay Ryley - Founder of Ryley Learning & Kris Sidiqqi - Ryley Learning
Description: What are the top three reasons why training is a crucial component of your Diversity, Equity & Inclusion strategy? Join lawyer Bay Ryley and actor Kris Siddiqi to hear all about it!
They will discuss how creative, relatable training will:
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Super Mini Session: Diversity & Inclusion: What, Why and How
Speakers: David Brown & Richard Johnson - Co-Founders & Partners of Ascent Employment Law Corporation
Description: Discover the true essence behind "diversity," "inclusion," "intersectionality," and "equity" in our engaging primer. Our esteemed speakers, workplace lawyers David Brown and Richard Johnson, will debunk common misconceptions and shed light on practical strategies for embracing diversity and fostering inclusion. Join us as they delve into real-world examples, lessons to be drawn from human rights law, and success stories that demonstrate the tangible benefits of prioritizing diversity and inclusion. Don't let these words remain mere buzzwords—gain the knowledge and tools to drive meaningful change in your organization.
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Keynote Session: Decolonizing Through Visiting
Speaker: Elliott Young - Director of Engagement, pipikwan pêhtâkwan
Description: Elliott Young is a member of Ermineskin Cree Nation; which is one of the four First Nations that make up Maskwacis. His father is from Ermineskin and has family from Louis Bull Tribe and Samson Cree Nation. His mother is from Tsuut’ina Nation (Dene); which is located just west of Calgary.
Elliott has 12 years of experience in Indigenous relations, community engagement, and policy development within government, non-profit and education. He is passionate about ensuring marginalized voices are heard by policymakers and leaders. He has been successful in facilitating conversations between community members, frontline services providers, First Nation leaders, and government officials. He also hold a MA in Community Engagement from the University of Alberta
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