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.
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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.

Together, We Can Make the World Better (eBook)

What are the most common Cognitive Biases?

How to Plan Feedback (By Prioritizing Inclusion)

What is the Hedgehog Concept? (And how can it help you to Intentionally Engineer Inclusion™?)

Unbiasing Nudges

How to practice stewardship instead of gatekeeping

What are group norms or shared agreements? (And why are they important?)

How to become an inclusive leader: Reflection and Discussion Guide

How to give self-efficacy boosting feedback

Nontraditional Careers in CTE and STEM

How to Design a Workshop (with Equity and Inclusion in Mind)

What is positionality?
Webinars

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.

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.

A Conversation on Belonging and Authenticity with Women in Technology
In this post I share takeaways, strategies, and resources from a conversation with women in technology on belonging, authenticity, and support. Access the resources and watch the webinar.

Best Practices for Recruiting Students into Nontraditional STEM and CTE Programs and Pathways
Recruiting nontraditional students into STEM and CTE programs and pathways can be a significant challenge. Understanding the root causes is crucial to sustainable change; however, recruitment remains one of the biggest hurdles to participation. In this workshop, we review the best practices for recruitment, and participants explore strategies that will work best for their population.

Reduce Workplace Communication Breakdowns
We’ve all experienced breakdowns in communication. They can be frustrating, confusing, and problematic to the success of our teams and organizations. In this recorded virtual networking event, we talked about communication styles and strategies to reduce potential communication breakdowns.

Barriers and Root Causes to Access & Success in CTE & STEM
In this 90-minute virtual workshop recording, I introduce the top 10 root causes for participation and completion in pathways to Career and Technical Education (CTE) and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) careers through the lens of the 4-I’s of oppression. Download a handout at the end of the post.
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.

Seeking Case Studies and Examples for ASEE Mindset Report
We seek explicit examples of engineering, engineering technology, or related educators who are employing the five key steps we’ve identified to create welcoming engineering education environments designed for everyone’s success.

The Supreme Court’s Rulings on Affirmative Action and LGBTQIA+ Rights: A Step Back for Progress
The Supreme Court has made two recent rulings that have significantly impacted affirmative action and LGBTQIA+ rights. These rulings are a setback for progress and a reminder that fighting for equality is never easy. In this post, we recap the two June rulings and provide steps for action.

Interview on ASEE TV
During the American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference in Baltimore in June 2023, Dr. Christina Alson and I were interviewed by ASEE TV. Check out the interview!

Baltimore Meet up, June 25
For those near Baltimore on June 25, please join me for the first official Engineer Inclusion Meet-Up! It will be fun to celebrate what we’ve learned together.

Join the #BeACatalyst Movement
The #BeACatalyst movement is a call to action for everyone to Intentionally Engineer Inclusion™ by elevating others.

Communications Manager
We seek someone passionate about diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging to join our team as a communications manager! If you have a savvy way with words that can motivate, connect, and inspire and an eagerness to help a small, mission-focused business grow and scale impact, then we need you!
Latest Posts

Seeking Case Studies and Examples for ASEE Mindset Report
We seek explicit examples of engineering, engineering technology, or related educators who are employing the five key steps we’ve identified to create welcoming engineering education environments designed for everyone’s success.

The Supreme Court’s Rulings on Affirmative Action and LGBTQIA+ Rights: A Step Back for Progress
The Supreme Court has made two recent rulings that have significantly impacted affirmative action and LGBTQIA+ rights. These rulings are a setback for progress and a reminder that fighting for equality is never easy. In this post, we recap the two June rulings and provide steps for action.

Interview on ASEE TV
During the American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference in Baltimore in June 2023, Dr. Christina Alson and I were interviewed by ASEE TV. Check out the interview!

Baltimore Meet up, June 25
For those near Baltimore on June 25, please join me for the first official Engineer Inclusion Meet-Up! It will be fun to celebrate what we’ve learned together.

Join the #BeACatalyst Movement
The #BeACatalyst movement is a call to action for everyone to Intentionally Engineer Inclusion™ by elevating others.

Communications Manager
We seek someone passionate about diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging to join our team as a communications manager! If you have a savvy way with words that can motivate, connect, and inspire and an eagerness to help a small, mission-focused business grow and scale impact, then we need you!