Often when an organization approaches starting a new DEI program, there are plenty of articles, webinars and presentations on how to get started and which program may suit your library. However, if the organization does not have a good grasp of the workplace culture or jumps before careful planning and uncomfortable conversations, what came from a good place could turn quickly to a disaster.
During this preconference workshop, participants will explore three real life case studies where positive DEI efforts went horribly and, in some cases, cost employees their jobs. The presenters will review some common DEI programs and initiatives and the participants will work in teams to brainstorm what went wrong and strategies to correct the program. After the case studies, participants will get a chance to talk through their current or future DEI programs and get timely advice and feedback.
