Workshops
Workshop sessions involve extensive interaction between presenters and participants around an idea or hands-on experience of a practice. These sessions may also take the form of a crafted panel, staged conversation, dialogue or debate – all involving substantial interaction with the audience. [45 min. each]
Diversity as an Outcome: Creating an Impactful Theory of Change to Foster Organizational Equity, Inclusion, and Justice
Workshop Presentation Jessica Howard, Brittany Harris
Organizations, institutions, and businesses across the globe have vowed their commitment and prioritization to diversity and inclusion in theory. In practice, prioritization of visible diversity traits through short-term recruitment investments have produced tokenism and revolving doors of talent in workplaces. The development of a clear theory of change for diversity and inclusion is a critical component of long-term, sustainable organizational transformation. Rooted in Systems Thinking and Logic Model Frameworks, this workshop offers a practical tool for developing a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) organizational theory of change continuously monitors the intended and unintended impacts of its tactics. Through a series of interactive small-group activities, participants will share professional insights, personal observations, and common challenges in organizational DEI work and co-create practices for 1) integrating DEI theory of change within organizations and 2) monitoring the impacts of those attempts at integration.
Navigating Moral Distress: Social Solutions for Complex Global Challenges
Workshop Presentation Tami France, Patricia Greer, Jodi Rae Kortje
The global landscape is fraught with increasingly complex social, political and economic forces that have created significant ethical challenges for its citizens on a macro (community), meso (organizational), and/or micro (individual) level. The presence of ethical challenges brought forward by tensions created when differences in organizational (government/business), individual, and professional values are palpable. First responders, professionals, and leaders are navigating situations where they must meet the needs and interests of those affected without violating personal and professional values. When one cannot navigate between these intersecting values, moral distress emerges. Moral distress can occur when one knows the right action to take, but is constrained from taking it. This topic is discussed offering a deeper understanding of impact within the individual, community, and (inter)national systems. Strategies from the healthcare industry are shared to enhance awareness of inclusive collaboration techniques and ultimately well-being. Having a growth and learning mindset, a vision of what collaboration means, and a plan for developing collaborative relationships are elements that shift perspectives to allow for productive outcomes in morally stressful and uncertain situations. This world of global interconnectedness presents a need to understand oneself, one’s values, and one’s triggers for moral distress. Workshop presenters bring practical ways to apply collaboration and coaching techniques as social solutions. This session begins with a short overview of moral distress and shifts to experiential group and individual exercises. Attendees will leave the session more prepared to face difficult ethical situations in turbulent times, navigating moral distress and increasing positive impact.
