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Driving Change: Integrating DEI into Learning and Development

  • 10/23/2024
  • 5:30 PM - 7:20 PM
  • Webinar – find link in email confirmation
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As learning and development professionals, we're often familiar with DEI initiatives as corporate programs. However, it's crucial to recognize that DEI principles should extend beyond company-wide policies and into our classrooms, whether in-person or virtual. By integrating DEI into our teaching practices, we can create more inclusive and effective learning environments. 
In this month's learning event, three presenters will address key ways in which we can integrate DEI into Learning and Development.


Incorporating DEIB in the Workplace

It's not enough for OC-based Ingram Micro to say they value diversity and inclusion. They strive to show their commitment every day, with DEIB built into their DNA.  It starts with their hiring practices, which are designed to attract diverse candidates and prioritize inclusivity from day one. It is sustained via robust Learning and Development (L&D) initiatives, such as the "Hire Great 3.0" unconscious bias training, the "I Am Impact" course, and the "Inside DEIB" video series, have set a high standard in the industry.  

We're thrilled to welcome Dr. Ashley Goodwin-Lowe, Ingram Micro's DEI Lead Advisor and author of the book: "Belonging is Good for Business."

In her presentation, she'll discuss:

  • The unique contributions L&D brought to Ingram Micro's DEIB initiatives
  • Challenges and successes in integrating DEIB practices into L&D curricula
  • Advice to offer organizations following a similar path

The Importance of #a11y-ship

People with disabilities can be considered the largest minority within the workforce, and those numbers are constantly changing due to the very nature of disability.  Accessibility Advocate Alan Natachu will share practical tips for inclusive design or accessibility and discussing how these strategies not only enhance the learning experience for individuals with disabilities but also benefit all learners.

Walking the Talk

At ATD-Orange County, we are walking the talk by following a game plan published by our parent organization, ATD National.  National Advisory Council member Gwen Navarrete Klapperich will cap our event by giving us a tour of ATD's DEI Toolkit and the key practices it outlines for Chapters to incorporate DEI throughout chapter operations.  We'll show how we're "walking the talk," and invite further discussion about how we can ensure our Chapter is inclusive towards anyone who joins.


About our Presenters: 

Dr. Ashley Goodwin-Lowe

Dr. Ashley Goodwin Lowe, DEI Lead Advisor at Ingram Micro is a collaborative, engaging, and dedicated organizational change leader with over a decade of experience in executive-level leadership in creative problem solving and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB). She earned her doctorate degree in Creative Leadership for Innovation and Change from the University of the Virgin Islands and has since incorporated her research of embracing Neuro-inclusion and Cognitive Diversity Appreciation within teams in the workplace.

Since joining Ingram Micro in 2022, she has incorporated DEIB into the business by providing strategic leadership for Ingram Micro U.S. ERGs.  Dr. Goodwin Lowe serves the Ingram Micro community as an inclusive thought leader and subject matter expert who has championed belonging through her contributions in developing content for training materials on inclusive hiring practices and mitigating micro-aggressions, and for Ingram Micro’s award-winning DEIB videos, “Together” and “Authenticity.” Additionally, she has recently released a book entitled; “Belonging is Good for Business” that includes creative and practical tools to nurture inclusion and foster a culture of belonging in the workplace.

Gwen Navarrete Klapperich

 Gwen Navarrete Klapperich, M.Ed., CPTD® , CPACC is the Learning Consultant/Owner of Klapperich International Training Associates (KITA) LLC, a talent development firm that specializes in employee training & development, diversity & inclusion initiatives, performance consulting, and health & safety training. She holds over 20 years of experience in training & development, customer service supervision, and quality assurance initiatives, and has worked in various industries such as retail, call centers, healthcare, government, hospitality, nonprofits, and continuing education. Gwen earned her CPTD® (Certified Professional in Talent Development, formerly Certified Professional in Learning and Performance) from the Association of Talent Development and her CPACC (Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies) from the International Association of Accessibility Professionals. She holds a master’s degree in education specializing in Training & Performance Improvement from Capella University. Gwen has dedicated her career to helping adult learners reach their professional goals through effective job training.

Alan Natachu

 Alan Natachu is a learning and development professional with over 2 decades of experience. He pivoted from an artist career, working with the likes of ABC/Disney and the Smithsonian, to a training career when he was hired as a Creative at Apple, working two years in a technology trainer role. Alan’s work with Apple gave him the skills to be an extraordinary and innovative trainer for faculty and staff in higher education. He spent a decade in the higher education space before making the switch to corporate L&D in 2019. He is a presentation geek who loves emerging L&D technologies, films and videos with closed captions, and is passionate for making all his content accessible.

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✅Developing Personal Capability
  • Cultural awareness and the ability to foster an inclusive work environment are requirements in today's global business climate. Being effective at both means conveying respect for different perspectives, backgrounds, customs, abilities, and behavior norms, as well as ensuring all employees are respected and involved by leveraging their capabilities, insights, and ideas

To find out more about the ATD Capability Model for the Training and Development Profession, visit http://tdcapability.org.

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