We are in a potentially transformative moment. Stepping up to meet this moment and create positive change—in our organizations, our communities, or even within ourselves—requires listening, learning, and, at times, unlearning. We need to unlearn corrosive behavior, unlearn defensive responses that hinder honest dialogue, and unlearn our biases.
Watch a candid panel discussion about the critical DEI challenges and opportunities in front of organizations, featuring Minda Harts (author of The Memo: What Women of Color Need to Know to Secure a Seat at the Table), unconscious bias expert Dr. Sondra Thiederman, and Kimberly Cassady, Cornerstone’s Chief Talent Officer.
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