What is a land acknowledgment? Many organizations have a land acknowledgment, but individuals working for these organizations often do not truly understand it. This workshop helps participants understand the history of land acknowledgments, why we do them, what should be included in them and gives examples of how organizations can authentically engage with tribal communities.

Two sessions: 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 6–7:30 p.m.

In this workshop, we discuss LGBTQ+IA terminology. In this workshop, we discuss LGBTQ+IA terminology and why it is important to allow individuals to self-identify. We explain the history of using pronouns and how terms have evolved. We also explain the overarching principles of inclusive language about the LGBTQ+IA community and discuss best practices regarding pronoun use.

Two sessions: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 6–7:30 p.m.

Recruiting and retaining staff with DEI in mind — Recruitment and retention are two areas where companies are often challenged as it pertains to diversity.  Existing research demonstrates how biased these processes can be. Yet, few employees and managers truly understand the depth of bias built into hiring and promotion practices, policies and procedures. This workshop explains the pervasiveness of bias in recruitment and retention practices and offers some strategies for reducing and eliminating bias in recruitment and retention practices.

What’s all this hype about intersectionality? – As individuals, we all hold specific identities that shape how we see and are seen in the world.  However, when we hold multiple identities, and in particular multiple marginalized identities, then the intersection of these identities affects not only how others see us but also how we are treated daily.

Inclusive Language — Language is an ever-evolving process. As society evolves, so must our language, yet we are not always aware of how exclusive our language can be. This workshop explains how some of our terms can cause individuals to feel “othered.” It offers strategies on how to be more inclusive in the language choices we make on a daily basis.

Two sessions: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. (in person and online) and 6–7:30 p.m. (online only).

Understanding Neurodiversity — Since the early 90s, there has been a steady increase in the prevalence of neurodiversity in children. Today, many of our students and employees are neurodivergent, with 1 in 4. However, very few workplaces address the importance of accommodating neurodiverse individuals in the workplace or classroom. This workshop will discuss techniques and best practices that can be used to make our offices and classrooms more inclusive for neurodiverse students and employees.

Two sessions: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 6–7:30 p.m.

Disability awareness — 1 in 4 individuals in California have a disability, but over 80% of all disabilities are unseen.  Most of us will work with someone with a disability and not know it.  This workshop helps educate individuals on the different types of disabilities and offers strategies to be more inclusive toward individuals with disabilities.

Two sessions: 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 6–7:30 p.m.

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