Twenty-Fifth International Conference on Diversity in Organizations, Communities & Nations

Abstract

Amidst the contemporary landscape characterized by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA), intercultural leadership stands as a pivotal force in fostering collaboration and understanding across diverse communities. This session aligns with this imperative, offering comprehensive GIDBEA strategies and best practices tailored for navigating the ever-evolving global terrain. With a focus on global inclusion, diversity, belonging, equity, and access (GIDBEA), this session aims to equip participants with essential tools for effectively engaging with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dr. Lisa Coleman, Senior Vice President for Global Inclusion and Strategic Innovation at NYU, and Fatiah Touray, Executive Director of Inclusion and Equity at NYU Abu Dhabi, esteemed leaders in GIDBEA, will guide this discourse. Attendees will gain a profound understanding of how diversity plays a pivotal role in nurturing collaboration, driving innovation, and fortifying principles of GIDBEA within the global landscape. This session isn’t just about insight; it’s about empowerment. Participants will glean agile strategies to navigate emergent GIDBEA trends, integrating principles of inclusivity and equity seamlessly into their professional spheres. Armed with actionable insights and a repository of best practices, attendees will depart ready to create profoundly inclusive and equitable environments, fostering collaboration across all backgrounds. Ultimately, this session strives not only to inform but to empower change agents, igniting a tangible ripple effect that propagates inclusive practices. By merging diversity and innovation, this transformative endeavor seeks to reshape the global landscape into one that champions collaboration and understanding amidst diversity.