Episode 32: Doing the Work of Inclusion, Equity, and Diversity Part 3 with Dr. Jen O'Ryan

Doing the work of Inclusion, Equity, and Diversity - Create a Plan with Guest Dr. Jen O'Ryan

Today I will be speaking with Dr. Jen O'Ryan!

This is Part 3 of our 3-Part Series on "Doing the Work of Inclusion, Equity, and Diversity."

Today, we will talk about CREATING A PLAN

1. Assessing the situation and do the internal work first.

2. Channeling anxiety into action, take a stand, make it sustainable, overcoming sense of despair or helplessness.

3. The importance of practicing response

We know inclusion and diversity (I&D) is a good thing. We know it leads to innovation and better outcomes. We don’t always know where, or how, to begin. This 3-part series provides actionable steps to understand and unpack the bias that is holding you back. We’ll talk about things you can do to influence change as an individual, design more effective I&D initiatives, and be a more intentional ally for other humans.

Whether you are one person working with zero budget or have funding and an enthusiastic team supporting the effort, there is something in here for you.

Dr. Jen O’Ryan is an I&D strategist focused on helping people build authentically inclusive and welcoming companies. Leveraging two decades of experience in the tech industry and a PhD in Human Behavior, she understands the challenges leaders can face in developing a culture of inclusiveness for employees, clients, and consumers.

A data geek at heart, Jen brings an extensive grasp of how people interact with technology, with each other, and with change. She is also the author of “Inclusive AF: A Field Guide for ‘Accidental’ Diversity Experts”. Designed for anyone thinking about Inclusion and Diversity, IAF explains how to cultivate a more welcoming workplace.

Jen frequently speaks on podcasts, panels, and at events related to Inclusion and Diversity, organizational behavior, and influencing change. Outside of I&D work, she is a travel enthusiast and avid runner. Jen also has a strange affinity for bad 80’s music, getting lost in new cities, and scary movies.