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SUMMARY:DEI 102: 3 Levels of Bias\, Microagressions
DESCRIPTION:Are you aware that 100% of people are biased but most do not know it? Do you feel you can interact with diverse people without offending them? Would you recognize a microaggression when you see it? Do you understand the true impact of discrimination on your organization? Do you know for certain whether your workspace environment is welcoming to diverse people? \nIf you answered NO to any of these questions or just want to brush up on the topics\, this session is for you? Come participate in an interactive session led by bestselling author and DEI expert James McKim that takes you through how do our preconceived ideas influence how we view and react to people and situations and  how our biases lead to microaggressions\, organizational policies\, and culture that is\, at best\, unwelcoming and at worse\, illegal. \nLearning Objectives: At the end of this session participants will be able to: \n\nunderstand the 6 key fundamental concepts in a welcoming workspace\nunderstand what preconceived notions (unconscious implicit biases) are and how they influence our behavior\ninterpret types of microaggressions and their impact to your organization\nbegin to analyze the “welcomness” of your workplace for diverse employees and clients/customers\n\n \n 
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/dei-102-3-levels-of-bias-microagressions/
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SUMMARY:DEI Office Hours - November
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about your DEI initiative? \nJoin your peers and our experts every 3rd Thursday to learn \n\nwhat works\nwhat doesn’t work\nhow to overcome your challenges in implementing DEI so that it actually improves your organization\n\nRegister now to reserve your seat. \n \n 
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/dei-office-hours-november/
CATEGORIES:DEI Series FY24
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SUMMARY:DEI Metrics: Gateway to a Successful DEI Initiative
DESCRIPTION:This program will provide HR professionals and others with a better understanding regarding: \n\nestablishing impactful DEI goals and metrics\nutilizing tools to help manage/assess your organization’s DEI initiatives (ex: via “Heat Map\, Traffic Light Model\, etc.”)\nmodifying KPI’s to align with employers’ needs\nincorporating agility/preparing for DEI’s future (a la the Supreme Court’s Recent decision re: Afirmative Action)\n\nCREDITS\nThis webinar is pending approval for 2 SHRM PDCs and 2 HRCI credits.  \n PRESENTERS:\nArmando Llorente\, SHRM-SCP –  Manager\, Llorente HR Consulting LLC                                   \nJames McKim\, Jr.\, PMP –  Managing Partner\, Organizational Ignition                                                      
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/dei-metrics-gateway-to-a-successful-dei-initiative/
LOCATION:NEEBCO\, 19 Chenell Drive\, Concord\, NH\, 3\, United States
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SUMMARY:DEI Office Hours - February
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about your DEI initiative? \nJoin your peers and our experts every 3rd Thursday to learn \n\nwhat works\nwhat doesn’t work\nhow to overcome your challenges in implementing DEI so that it actually improves your organization\n\nRegister now to reserve your seat. \n \n 
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/dei-office-hours-february/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231106T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231106T103000
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SUMMARY:DEI 201 Workshop: How to Have Difficult Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Someone says something to you that is disrespectful of your heritage. You witness behavior that has sexist overtones. You observe a conversation where someone demeans a person because of their racial identity. Besides your legal and organizational policy obligations\, you need to have a difficult conversation with the person who caused the affront. But how do you have that conversation in a kind and effective way that has a positive outcome? \nCombining recent research by cognitive neuroscientists such as Dr. Lara Boyd and Dr. Michael Gazzaniga; conversation experts such as Douglas Stone and Bruce Patton; and discriminatory behavior experts such as Resmaa Menachem\, and Iris Bohnet\, author and DEI expert  James McKim will will use videos and activities to give you insights into when and how to have these difficult conversations as well as tips on what to do when you see a discriminatory situation occurring. \nLearning Objectives\nBy the end of this session you will be able to: \n\nrecognize when offensive situations arise\nfeel the role trauma plays in contentious situations\ndetermine when to have difficult conversations\nidentify the three (3) conversations in every difficult conversation leverage the steps for having a difficult conversation\n\n \nSponsored by
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/dei-201-workshop-how-to-have-difficult-conversations/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231020T103000
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SUMMARY:Race\, Ethics\, & the Arts
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, October 20 | 8:30 – 10:30am | Saint Anselm College \nJames McKim will participate in a panel discussion about “Race\, Ethics\, and the Arts\,” hosted by the Richard L. Bready Chair in Ethics\, Economics\, and the Common Good and the Center for Ethics in Society. A broad spectrum of scholars\, practitioners\, and theorists will explore ethical questions related to the intersection of race and art. \nFor those attending in person\, please join us in the Roger and Francine Jean Student Center at 8:30am for breakfast. For those joining virtually\, the Zoom Webinar will begin at 9am. For more information please visit our website. \n  \nRegister (In-person) \n\nRegister (Zoom)
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/race-ethics-the-arts/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231018T100000
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SUMMARY:Taming Unconscious & Other Types of Bias in Engineering
DESCRIPTION:17th NHJES Annual Conference\n \nCome hear author and internationally known DEI expert James McKim speak on Taming Unconscious & Other Types of Bias in Engineering at the 2023 NH Joint Engineering Societies Annual Conference. \nDate: Wednesday October 18th\nLocation: Bedford Event Center\, 379 South River Road\, Bedford\, NH 03110
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/taming-unconscious-other-types-of-bias-in-engineering/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231017T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231017T180000
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CREATED:20230926T181308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230926T181308Z
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SUMMARY:NHTA Innovation Summit Panel on AI in Employment
DESCRIPTION:When: October 17\nWhere: Grappone Conference Center\, Concord\, NH
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/nhta-innovation-summit-panel-on-ai-in-employment/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231017T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231017T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141718
CREATED:20230824T225505Z
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SUMMARY:DEI 301 - DEI for Managers: Managing the Talent Lifecycle
DESCRIPTION:Diversity\, Equity\, & Inclusion (DEI) is a proven way to elicit superior performance from teams and individuals. But that performance does not just happen by itself. Even if there is a DEI Plan\, that plan needs to be carried out day-to-day. So\, how do you bring diversity into your group? This workshop explores how to embed DEI into your daily work as a manager. \nLearning Objectives\nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to:\n•    create a culture for your group to live into DEI\n•    include DEI in the recruitment\, hiring\, and retention of team members\n•    encourage DEI in your team’s communication\, decision-making\, and general project management. \n \nSponsored by \n  \n 
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/dei-301-dei-for-managers-managing-the-talent-lifecycle/
ORGANIZER;CN="NH Center for Nonprofits":MAILTO:info@nhnonprofits.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230921T090000
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SUMMARY:DEI 102: 3 Levels of Bias\, Microaggressions\, & Belonging
DESCRIPTION:Are you aware that 100% of people are biased but most do not know it? Do you feel you can interact with diverse people without offending them? Would you recognize a microaggression when you see it? Do you understand the true impact of discrimination on your organization? Do you know for certain whether your workspace environment is welcoming to diverse people? \nIf you answered NO to any of these questions or just want to brush up on the topics\, this session is for you? Come participate in an interactive session led by bestselling author and DEI expert James McKim that takes you through how do our preconceived ideas influence how we view and react to people and situations and  how our biases lead to microaggressions\, organizational policies\, and culture that is\, at best\, unwelcoming and at worse\, illegal. \nLearning Objectives: At the end of this session participants will be able to: \n\nunderstand the 6 key fundamental concepts in a welcoming workspace\nunderstand what preconceived notions (unconscious implicit biases) are and how they influence our behavior\ninterpret types of microaggressions and their impact to your organization\nbegin to analyze the “welcomness” of your workplace for diverse employees and clients/customers\n\n \nSponsored by
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/dei-102-3-levels-of-bias-microaggressions-belonging/
CATEGORIES:DEI Series FY24
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230720T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230720T200000
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CREATED:20230522T002723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230522T002723Z
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SUMMARY:One Goffstown - How to be an Ally
DESCRIPTION:Want to be an ally to those who are being bullied because of race\, sex\, age\, etc.? Come to the Goffstown Library’s session How to Be An Ally. \nRegistration required\, no library card necessary. This event will be virtual and all registrants will receive a link to the event. \nThis event is part of our #OneGoffstown series.
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/one-goffstown-how-to-be-an-ally/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230629T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230629T200000
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CREATED:20230522T002313Z
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SUMMARY:One Goffstown - What is Implicit Bias?
DESCRIPTION:Curious to learn what implicit bias is and how it affects our behavior and how we treat others? Come to One Goffstown – What is Implicit Bias? hosted by the Goffstown Library. \nRegistration required\, no library card necessary. This event will be virtual and all registrants will receive a link to the event. \nThis event is part of our #OneGoffstown series.
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/one-goffstown-what-is-implicit-bias/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230623T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230623T123000
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SUMMARY:James McKim to Speak at NH Bar Association’s Annual Meeting 2023
DESCRIPTION:James McKim will be speaking the morning of June 23rd and facilitating a panel of legal experts on their experiences with diversity in the NH Bar.
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/james-mckim-to-speak-at-nh-bar-associations-annual-meeting-2023/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230518T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230518T150000
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CREATED:20230504T180228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T171739Z
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SUMMARY:How to Have Difficult Conversations @ NH Nonprofit Conference & Expo 5/18/2023
DESCRIPTION:Someone says something to you that is disrespectful of your heritage. You witness behavior that has sexist overtones. You observe a conversation where someone demeans a person because of their racial identity. Besides your legal and organizational policy obligations\, you need to have a difficult conversation with the person who caused the affront. But how do you have that conversation in a kind and effective way that has a positive outcome? Combining recent research by cognitive neuroscientists such as Dr. Lara Boyd and Dr. Michael Gazzaniga;  conversation experts such as Douglas Stone and Bruce Patton; and discriminatory behavior experts such as Resmaa Menachem\, and Iris Bohnet\,  James McKim will use videos and activities to give you insights into when and how to have these difficult conversations in a productive manner during a session at the upcoming NH Nonprofit Conference & Expo. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/how-to-have-difficult-conversations-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230517T013000
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SUMMARY:James McKim Speaks on Civility in the Workplace at NH BSR 2023 Spring Conference
DESCRIPTION:It seems our society has become more polarized than ever. Disrespectful rhetoric intentional and unintentional – now fills the media\, our institutions\, and our workplaces. How do we interact with civility in this emotionally fraught environment? How do we interact with one another in a way that allows us to be productive while respecting the opinions of those with whom we may not agree? \n\n\nCome hear James McKim speak at this year’s NH Businesses for Social Responsibility Spring Conference on the topic of Civility in the Workplace. He will discuss• what civility is; \n• why civility is so important; \n\n• steps to promote civility in the workplace.\n\nThe theme of the overall conference is Uncertainty = Opportunity for a bold new vision of what the world could be. The conference is designed to appeal to businesses across the spectrum of sustainable/socially responsible business operations\, allowing the 300+ attendees from large and small companies to find the perfect opportunity to learn and share best practices. \n  \nJoin us for this event of inspiration\, ideas\, connection\, and collaboration. This conference will bring together thought leaders from throughout NH for exciting and thought-provoking conversations. \n\nNetwork and share ideas for moving sustainability forward in our state\nLearn about current developments and best practices in CSR and sustainability\nReceive practical tools\, resources and examples you can utilize to transform your organization\nEngage with big thinkers and leading practitioners\nTake away relevant and actionable ideas\nCollaborate with like-minded professionals
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/james-mckim-speaks-on-civility-in-the-workplace-at-nh-bsr-2023-spring-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230509T130000
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SUMMARY:Courageous Community Conversations at Libraries
DESCRIPTION:James McKim will join Goffstown Public Library Director Dianne Hathaway to discuss the groundbreaking Courageous Community Conversations program at the NH Library Association 2023 Spring Conference. \nThe program was created and first launched in 2019. Since then it has been replicated at libraries across the state. \nThe session will be part of the conference for library employees and trustees across the state. The conference itself will focus on how libraries can flourish in this time when the freedom to read is under attack.
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/courageous-community-conversations-at-libraries/
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230425T140000
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SUMMARY:Cultivating an Engaged Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Come hear James McKim speak on how managers can reap the benefits of diversity\, equity\, and inclusion.
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/cultivating-an-engaged-workplace/
LOCATION:Wentworth By The Sea\, 588 Wentworth Rd\, New Castle\, NH\, 03854\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230413T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230413T193000
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SUMMARY:Get Tech Smart: DEI INDUSTRY NETWORKING NIGHT
DESCRIPTION:Wonder what is going on in New Hampshire to address diversity\, equity\, and inclusion in the technology industry? \nGet Tech Smart: DEI INDUSTRY NETWORKING NIGHT will be an opportunity to discuss this important topic. Hosted by the University of New Hampshire Paul College UNH Center for Business Analytics and MCed by Get Tech Smart’s Flo Nicholas\, the event promises to be informative and fun. \nOrganizational Ignition is a sponsor and James McKim will be speaking about the #EliminateBiasInTech campaign. We hope to see you there! \n \n 
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/get-tech-smart-dei-industry-networking-night/
LOCATION:UNH Victory Club\, 155 Main Street\, Durham\, 03824\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230331T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230331T093000
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SUMMARY:James McKim Speaks at Leadership Greater Concord Friday March 31st
DESCRIPTION:Leadership Greater Concord (LGC) invites you to the 22nd annual Richard G. Warner Scholarship Fund Breakfast & Auction. Tickets are $30 and include a full breakfast. LGC alum Joe Kasper and current Event Chair Tori Berube will call a live auction with fabulous items. Proceeds from the event benefit the LGC Scholarship Fund and provide tuition support to LGC participants. \nKeynote speaker James T. McKim\, Jr.\, PMP\, ITIL\, Managing Partner of Organizational Ignition\, LLC. and author of The Diversity Factor: Igniting Superior Organizational Performance will speak about inclusive leadership. Thank you to Concord Hospital for their continued support of this event.
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/8138/
ORGANIZER;CN="Concord Chamber of Commerce":MAILTO:bmarceau@concordnhchamber.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230330T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230330T163000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T015828Z
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SUMMARY:Age-Inclusive Workplaces at the Inclusion Maine Conference
DESCRIPTION:Curious to learn about strategies for building an Age-inclusive workplace and some small group coaching around DEI? Come hear us share insights at the Inclusion Maine Conference on March 30th in Portland\, ME.
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/age-inclusive-workplaces-at-the-inclusion-maine-conference/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T120000
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SUMMARY:Diversity\, Equity\, & Inclusion Hackathon
DESCRIPTION:Come hack into topics that have been impacting our workplaces! The purpose of this event is to bring those who have a passion and commitment for diversity\, equity\, and inclusion together and discuss and hack into difficult topics in a respectful and safe setting. The DEI Hackathon is a perfect opportunity for those working on DEI Plans and strategies to come together to have empowering and courageous conversations about the implementation of DEI. It allows for the co-creation of solutions to increase workplace diversity & inclusion. It is perfect for organizations that recognize the value of intentional inclusive culture building and are looking to boost morale and take positive action. \nBy attending the Hackathon you will gain ideas on how to: \n\nDescribe the importance of diversity and inclusion and how it is not just the ‘right’ thing to do but critical for business success.\nChange mindsets to build inclusivity into the way people think.\nEncourage ownership and participation across the company on this important topic.\nBuild awareness for different people’s experiences and understanding of the team dynamics or systems that can hinder a sense of belonging or create exclusion.\nGet a global view of how people in different organizations feel and what challenges are faced.\nGenerate ideas for driving positive change and drive inclusive action.\nOpen up conversations and encourage the development of relationships\nEncourage diversity of thought and new ideas\nDevelop skills around empathy\, relationship building & problem-solving.\n\nThe topics will be as follows: \n\n\n\nDEI Goal Setting & Monitoring\nDisability Inclusivity\nCultural Sensitivity\nWomen in the Workplace\nAge in the Workplace\nRecruitment and Pipeline Challenges\nBias in the Hiring and Interviewing ProcessLGBTQIA+ Inclusivity\nWhite Privilege in the Workplace\nPay Equity\nBuilding Powerful and Influential ERGs\nVeterans\n\n\n\n[wp_cart_button name=”DEI_Hackathon” price=”40.00″]
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/diversity-equity-inclusion-hackathon/
CATEGORIES:DEI Series FY23
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SUMMARY:Project Management IT Summit
DESCRIPTION:The upcoming HolisticPMC Project Management IT Summit on March 2nd will be a great opportunity to learn about project management and technology. \nJames McKim will be speaking on the Impact of DEI on Project Management. Registration is free! \n 
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/project-management-and-technology-summit/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230216T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230216T203000
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SUMMARY:DEI and Project Management
DESCRIPTION:Curious to learn how Diversity\, Equity\, & Inclusion impact project management? James McKim will share thoughts on this topic at the February Project Management Instutute – Mass Bay Chapter’s February meeting. \nDate: February 16\, 2023\nTime: 7PM\nPlace: Crowne Plaza\, Wouburn\, MA
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/dei-and-project-management/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T130000
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SUMMARY:Ensuring Equity & Inclusion Through Technology
DESCRIPTION:We use technology – the application of scientific knowledge to the practical aims of human life or\, as it is sometimes phrased\, to the change and manipulation of the human environment (OED) – to automate our work. Machines and software aid us in making decisions or even making decisions for us. To help us see things and do things that we ourselves cannot do because of lack of time\, lack of knowledge\, or lack of ability. \nBut technology is biased. The World Economic Forum article “Research shows AI is often biased. Here’s how to make algorithms work for all of us” states \, “Bias represents injustice against a person or a group. A lot of existing human bias can be transferred to machines because technologies are not neutral; they are only as good\, or bad\, as the people who develop them.” Even worse\, bias infects our decisions on what technology to use and how we use technology. \nWhy? Because all humans are all biased. And who creates and uses technology? Humans. Consciously or subconsciously\, our biases lead to discrimination. Discrimination either in the development or use of technology. So\, how can we determine how bias impacts our use or development of technology? \nLearning Objectives  \nAfter this workshop you will be able to: \n• Describe how bias impacts the development of technology\n• Describe how bias impacts the use of technology\n• Describe how to select technology that minimizes bias
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/ensuring-equity-inclusion-through-technology/
CATEGORIES:DEI Series FY23
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SUMMARY:Inclusive Leadership
DESCRIPTION:DEI is a proven way to elicit superior performance from teams and individuals. But that performance does not just happen by itself. Even if there is a DEI Plan\, that plan needs to be carried out day-to-day by the people in your group. How do you engage everyone equitably so that they perform at their best and your team performs at its highest level? This workshop explores how to ignite your staff to optimal performance using our formula of equitable inclusion of diverse people. \nLearning Takeaways \nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nprovide an equitable\, inclusive environment for their team;\nfacilitate innovative thinking and decision-making;\ncreate win-win situations with each employee.\n\nLearning Objectives \nBy the end of this session participants will understand: \n\nhow different cultures\, thinking styles\, and behavioral preferences impact performance;\nthe impact of implicit bias on performance and behavior;\ndifferent motivational models;\nthe impact of diversity on decision-making and critical thinking.
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/inclusive-leadership/
CATEGORIES:DEI Series FY23
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230110T183000
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SUMMARY:Diversity In Institutions & Society @ Gibson's Bookstore January 9\, 2023
DESCRIPTION:Diversity is a popular topic these days. But many say that diversity in institutions is difficult to achieve or navigate. Others say diversity is not an issue here in New Hampshire. \nBring your questions about diversity in institutions and society to Gibson‘s Bookstore on January 10\, 2023 for a fascinating discussion with James McKim about how New Hampshire and the United States are grappling with the topic based on his book The Diversity Factor: Igniting Superior Organizational Performance.” \nView the Gibson’s Event Page
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/diversity-in-institutions-society-gibsons-bookstore-january-9-2023/
LOCATION:Gibson’s Bookstore\, 45 S Main St.\, Concord\, NH\, 03301\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230110T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230110T130000
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SUMMARY:De-Biasing Techniques
DESCRIPTION:Are you aware that 100% of people are biased but most do not know it? Research has shown that it is this unconscious implicit bias that causes discrimination and the “isms” that exist in society. This highly interactive workshop will help you understand how to de-bias yourself and show you how to embrace diverse people and ideas. \nLearning Objectives \nBy the end of this session you will be able to: \n\nfully understand implicit bias\nlist the different types of biases\nlist techniques to de-bias yourself.
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/de-biasing-techniques/
CATEGORIES:DEI Series FY23
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221216T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221216T100000
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SUMMARY:Measuring DEI: Beyond Simple Counts to Impactful Engagement
DESCRIPTION:You have made the decision to embark on a DEI initiative. Good. Now how do you know whether or not your effort is successful? Management guru Peter Drucker said that “if you can’t measure it\, you can’t improve it.” That applies to DEI. If you can’t measure DEI in your organization\, you can’t improve it. Join us for a discussion of measuring a DEI initiative. \nLearning Objectives \nBy the end of this session you will be able to: \n\nidentify and calculate the metrics that are important in a DEI initiative\ngather data about your DEI initiative\nanalyze the data and draw conclusions from the analysis.\n\nFacilitators: James McKim\, PMP\, ITIL\,  Managing Partner\, Organizational Ignition\nJulie Alig\, PhD\, Principal\, JLA Analytics\, LLC \n[wp_cart_button name=”Measuring_DEI” price=”35.00″]
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/measuring-dei-beyond-simple-counts-to-impactful-engagement/
CATEGORIES:DEI Series FY24
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221213T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221213T130000
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CREATED:20221129T225735Z
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SUMMARY:Eliminating Bias from Technology for Developers
DESCRIPTION:December 13 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EST\nPrice: $35.00 \n\n\n\n \nAs reported in the Forbes article “The Role Of Bias In Artificial Intelligence”\, facial recognition systems are under scrutiny. The class imbalance is a leading issue in facial recognition software. A dataset called “Faces in the Wild\,” considered the benchmark for testing facial recognition software\, had data that was 70% male and 80% white. Although it might be good enough to be used on lower-quality pictures\, “in the wild” is a highly debatable topic. \nApart from algorithms and data\, researchers and engineers developing any system are also responsible for bias. According to VentureBeat\, a Columbia University study found that “the more homogenous the [engineering] team is\, the more likely it is that a given prediction error will appear.” This can create a lack of empathy for the people who face problems of discrimination\, leading to an unconscious introduction of bias in these algorithmic-savvy systems. \nSo\, how can we eliminate the negative impact of bias in the use or development of our technology? \nAfter this workshop you will be able to: \n\nMinimize if not eliminate the embedding of bias in the development of your technology\nMinimize if not eliminate the embedding of bias in the configuration of your technology\nMinimize if not eliminate bias in the use of your technology\n\nSponsored By
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/eliminating-bias-from-technology-for-developers-2/
CATEGORIES:#EliminateBiasInTech Workshop Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221206T123000
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CREATED:20220909T000454Z
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SUMMARY:Women/Age in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Research has shown that organizations that truly engage women and people of all ages at all levels outperform those organizations that do not. And despite claims to the contrary\, research also shows that truly and equitably engaging women and people of all ages equitably is not happening in the US. \nThis session explores how organizations can create an environment where women and people of all ages are treated equitably while helping to drive innovation and sustainable performance. \n[wp_cart_button name=”Women_In-Workplace” price=”35.00″]
URL:https://organizationalignition.com/event/women-age-in-the-workplace/
CATEGORIES:DEI Series FY23
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