Materials for Learning

Continuous learning, open communication, and ongoing commitment are essential for a successful DEIB transformation. Tailoring these resources to your organization's specific needs and fostering a culture of learning and understanding will contribute to sustained positive change.

Design 4 Equity utilizes a multifaceted approach that includes education, awareness, and practical strategies that include individual and group research assignmentsa and exporation of learning materials across various formats that will result in the ability to imlement tangible solutions that will result in successful DEIB transformation.

Consider some of these digital resources to expand upon your understanding as you navigate your organization’s journey toward equitabl practice.

TED Talks:

  1. "The Work of Diversity and Inclusion" by Rosalind G. Brewer - The COO of Starbucks discusses diversity and inclusion efforts.

  2. "How to Overcome Our Biases? Walk Boldly Toward Them" by Verna Myers - Explores the importance of addressing biases in the workplace.

  3. "The Danger of a Single Story" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie - Explores the power of storytelling in shaping perceptions.

  4. "The Urgency of Intersectionality" by Kimberlé Crenshaw - Discusses the importance of understanding intersecting identities.

  5. “Color blind or color brave?” by Mellody Hobson - The case that speaking openly about race, particularly about diversity in hiring, makes for better businesses and a better society.

  6. “How Racial bias works and how to disrupt it” by Jennifer L. Eberhardt - Explores how the ability of our brains to create categories to make sense of the world, recognize patterns and make quick decisions can also exactsa heavy toll in the form of unconscious bias.

Podcasts:

  1. "Race at Work: Lessons in Diversity and Culture from Mastercard" - Harvard Business Review podcast discussing race and diversity in the workplace.

  2. "The Diversity Gap" by Bethaney Wilkinson - Explores diversity, equity, and inclusion in various industries.

  3. "Pod Save the People" by DeRay Mckesson - Discusses social justice, activism, and current events.

  4. "The Nod" by Brittany Luse and Eric Eddings - Explores the complexities of Black life, culture, and history.

  5. "Code Switch" by NPR - Tackles issues of race and identity with a diverse perspective.

Books:

  1. "Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria?" by Beverly Daniel Tatum - An exploration of racial identity development.

  2. "Sister Outsider" by Audre Lorde - A collection of essays addressing race, gender, and sexuality.

  3. "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander - Examines the U.S. criminal justice system and its impact on the Black community.