Diversity & Inclusion Communications
"At a critical career juncture, I was dauntingly tasked with launching the Diversity & Inclusion function on my own. A trusted colleague Karen, who quickly became a key force in shaping a winning communications approach for the executive team as well as global employees. Together, we redefined Diversity & Inclusion, measured by growing engagement for our bold ambition. With Karen on our side, we were able to give voice to an innovative approach that was recognized as one of the best in the industry.
—Javier Barrientos, former Senior Director of Global Diversity & Inclusion at a biopharmaceutical company.
Areas of Expertise:
· Leadership communications coaching, with a focus on diversity and inclusion
· Diversity & Inclusion communications (naming, defining and sharing the purpose for launching or revising your program)
· Employee Resource Network charter descriptions and related communications
· Written content for intranet, presentations, website, toolkits and collateral
· Writing for external certification or award applications
Increasingly, organizations are deepening their commitment to inclusion to reflect the needs of their diverse workforce. Managing sensitive communications authentically is crucial to your program’s success. Whether you just formed a task force, recently hired a Chief Diversity Officer, or added belonging as a core value, I’ll propose effective communications that resonates with employees.
Together, we will unpack your challenges, evaluate your vision and review your communications channels. Next, we’ll organize and prioritize content and programs, developing a strategy that promotes a sense of inclusion. Engaging champions across your organization will yield valuable feedback. Based on our strategy, I will execute written deliverables that empower leaders with messages that clearly and consistently resonate.
