Resources
There is much to learn about equity in education, the workforce, and in our communities. We are each on a journey of discovery, and here we share resources from our journey to help others on theirs.Â
How can we help you reach your equity and inclusion goals?
We are your partner
Free Downloads
We are in the business of change, and thus we aim to be generous with our content – providing valuable tools that expand awareness and initiate action. We hope you use our tools to improve equity, access, and diversity in education and the workforce.Â
Social Identity and Privilege Reference Guide
What is the Positionality Prism?
Magic Mirror Workbook: A Reflective Journey Through the Positionality Prism’s Nine Practices
A Practical Tool for Better Dialogue: LISTEN Protocol
Belonging Blinders: Recognizing and Overcoming the Struggle for True Inclusion
Transforming Organizational Culture: A Comprehensive DEI Assessment Framework Using the DRIVE Change Methodology
Ready-Made Discussion Kit: Inclusive Leadership
Activity: Topical Norms Observation Audit (A tool for building more inclusive teams)
Introducing the Head, Heart, Hands Rubric and Course for Youth Apprenticeship Success
Embracing a Growth Mindset: Strategies for Success in School and Work
Inclusive STEM Environments with the Head, Heart, Hands Rubric
Best Practices for Creating Effective and Inclusive Student Surveys (PDF Guide & Webinar)
Webinars
Collaborative Problem-Solving and Team Dynamics in STEM (Panel Recap)
Explore innovation in STEM through “Collaborative Problem-Solving: Team Dynamics and Design Thinking,” featuring expert insights on teamwork and empathy. Discover effective collaboration strategies and access the webinar recording for a comprehensive discussion.
Embracing Failure and Perseverance in STEM (Panel Recap)
Explore the critical importance of innovation and perseverance in STEM through our blog post recap of the “Resilience in Innovation” panel. Successful women in STEM share their journeys of overcoming setbacks and how failure has been a stepping stone to their success. Get insights, advice, and strategies for embracing challenges, and watch the webinar recording for an in-depth discussion.
Creativity and Experimentation in STEM (Panel Recap)
Explore the transformative power of creativity and experimentation in STEM, as leading women share their insights and strategies in the “Innovating Minds” panel. Discover how these pioneers are reshaping the STEM landscape through innovation and watch the enlightening webinar recording.
Women in STEM Panel Series
The “Women in STEM Panel Series” transformed passive webinar experiences into interactive, public discussions with experts in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. This case study outlines how opening the series to a broader audience enhanced engagement and participation, setting the stage for future sessions.
Seminars for Tenure Review Committees
Equip members of tenure review committees with knowledge, skills, and practices for reducing barriers and supporting employees, particularly those who have marginalized or minoritized identities.Â
What is Accent Bias?
Accent bias is an unwarranted prejudice toward others based on the sound of their speech. This panel discussion was on Wednesday, August 24, from 12 to 1 PM CDT. Panelists were Donna Durbin, and Dr. Hoda Ehsan, with Dr. Meagan Pollock as the moderator. On this page you’ll find the event recording, plus strategies and resources.
Questions and Answers
Navigating diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) can be challenging. Helping ourselves and others to understand DEI topics can be even more challenging. That’s why we’ve created a Q&A section to help! Many of our answers include short, and succinct illustrative animation videos. Let us know what you think, how you use these resources, and submit any questions you’d like answered.Â
The Gift My Garden Has Given Me
Gardens are about hope. You plant with the anticipation of tomorrow, but sometimes, even when you step away, beauty finds a way to grow. This season, my flower beds, left completely untended, became more vibrant and alive than ever. It’s a powerful reminder that some of the seeds we plant—whether in soil or in life—are still growing, even when we can’t see them.
AI Might Be Better at Empathy Than Humans—But We Still Need Each Other
What happens when the humans around you run out of empathy—but a machine never does? This reflection explores emotional burnout, blocked care, and why generative AI might just be the most surprising support tool of all.
From Bare to Beautiful: The Power of Perspective
When life feels barren and broken, what if the view is simply waiting for you to see it differently? This story explores how a single metaphor—and a shift in mindset—can transform the way we see the world, even in its starkest seasons.
The MBTI Experiment: When Team-Building Goes Off the Rails
At a company retreat early in my engineering career, a personality test exercise left me standing alone—literally and metaphorically—highlighting how easily tools meant for ‘team-building’ can reinforce exclusion. What I learned from that moment shaped my entire approach to inclusion, leadership, and the true meaning of self-awareness.
Getting Started with ChatGPT: A Practical Guide for Professionals
Explore Generative AI in this practical introductory session designed to seamlessly integrate ChatGPT (or any genAI tool) into your daily tasks.
How Higher Education Impacts Women’s Confidence: A Social Cognitive Perspective
Confidence is an informal, popularized term to describe the intersection of self-efficacy, self-esteem, self-concept, and identity — all key constructs that affect our motivation, performance, and persistence.
Latest Posts
The Gift My Garden Has Given Me
Gardens are about hope. You plant with the anticipation of tomorrow, but sometimes, even when you step away, beauty finds a way to grow. This season, my flower beds, left completely untended, became more vibrant and alive than ever. It’s a powerful reminder that some of the seeds we plant—whether in soil or in life—are still growing, even when we can’t see them.
AI Might Be Better at Empathy Than Humans—But We Still Need Each Other
What happens when the humans around you run out of empathy—but a machine never does? This reflection explores emotional burnout, blocked care, and why generative AI might just be the most surprising support tool of all.
From Bare to Beautiful: The Power of Perspective
When life feels barren and broken, what if the view is simply waiting for you to see it differently? This story explores how a single metaphor—and a shift in mindset—can transform the way we see the world, even in its starkest seasons.
The MBTI Experiment: When Team-Building Goes Off the Rails
At a company retreat early in my engineering career, a personality test exercise left me standing alone—literally and metaphorically—highlighting how easily tools meant for ‘team-building’ can reinforce exclusion. What I learned from that moment shaped my entire approach to inclusion, leadership, and the true meaning of self-awareness.
Getting Started with ChatGPT: A Practical Guide for Professionals
Explore Generative AI in this practical introductory session designed to seamlessly integrate ChatGPT (or any genAI tool) into your daily tasks.
How Higher Education Impacts Women’s Confidence: A Social Cognitive Perspective
Confidence is an informal, popularized term to describe the intersection of self-efficacy, self-esteem, self-concept, and identity — all key constructs that affect our motivation, performance, and persistence.
