Inclusive Workplace Practices

Creating truly inclusive workplaces requires more than good intentions. People processes that promote equity across the employee lifecycle require thoughtful design and implementation. This Forum brings together researchers and practitioners to explore evidence-based strategies for inclusive practices from recruitment to offboarding and everything in between. Sample topics include designing accessible assessments, uncovering and addressing bias in performance management systems, ensuring equity in high potential talent identification, assessing the impact of population-specific initiatives, and much more.  Join us to exchange insights and build collaborative research-practice partnerships that advance the evidence for inclusive organizational practices.

Schedule

1:00-1:15 p.m.: Session Kick Off
The session organizers will set the context for the Research Community Forum and give attendees a preview of the agenda.

1:15-2:00 p.m.: Panel-Darrin Grelle, Valentina Lee, Kristin Allen
Collaborating for Change: Advancing Inclusive Talent Systems through Real-World Partnerships- Panelists will share candid insights on what makes partnerships mutually beneficial and impactful in real organizational contexts, as well as how these collaborations drive both scientific innovation and better workplace outcomes.

2:00-3:00 p.m.: Networking Session
Attendees will purposefully engage with one another using the knowledge and skills gained from the panel to get to know each other and make connections.

3:00-3:30 p.m.: Coffee Break

3:30-4:30 p.m.: Small Group Presentations:
Pre-approved submitters will share their ideas, research, or case study related to Inclusive Practices in the Workplace followed by facilitated group discussions.

4:30-5:00 p.m.: Keynote by Meisha-Ann Martin
Built to Last: Making DEI a Movement in this Moment – In this session, we will talk about how to take a practical, evidence based approach to developing a DEI strategy that is sustainable and grounded, moving DEI from good vibes and intentions to part of a holistic talent management approach.

5:00-5:30 p.m.: Session Closing and Connection Activity
The session will conclude with an exercise to help attendees establish meaningful connections that will facilitate future collaborations to advance the field.