This complete guide to effective, transformative diversity training
provides an answer to the superficial, check-the-box DEI efforts that
are undermining the entire field.
DEI work is getting a bad reputation. But that's because it's not being
done right, say veteran diversity consultants James O. Rodgers and Laura
Kangas. Too many organizations are treating diversity training as a
quick-hit, low-cost, check-the-box activity.
Effective diversity training involves behavioral change based on adult
learning theory. It is rigorous, deeply personal, experience based, and,
if done well, life changing. Rodgers and Kangas offer a complete guide,
from design to implementation to results. They show how to
determine what specific, tangible outcomes an organization wants before
it starts
link diversity training to overall organizational strategy
help all participants forge an individual, emotional connection to the
training
identify what skills a facilitator needs--the right facilitator makes
all the difference
create memorable learning experiences, not simply educational programs
The authors' goal is nothing less than to spark a worldwide revolution
of informed practitioners, employees, and business leaders who will
demand diversity training be given the same time, resources, and
attention as any other critical enterprise initiative.
Reading group discussion guide available in book.
