Diversity Training That Generates Real Change Av James O. Rodgers, Laura L. Kangas

<b>This complete guide to effective, transformative diversity training provides an answer to the superficial, check-the-box DEI efforts that are undermining the entire field.</b><br> <br><br>DEI work is getting a bad reputation. But that’s because it’s not being done right, say veteran diversity consultants James O. Rodgers and Laura Kangas. Too many organizations are treating diversity training as a quick-hit, low-cost, check-the-box activity.<br> <br>Effective diversity training involves behavioral change based on adult learning theory. It is rigorous, deeply personal, experience based, and, if done well, life changing. Rodgers and Kangas offer a complete guide, from design to implementation to results. They show how to<br> <br><li>determine what specific, tangible outcomes an organization wants before it starts</li><li>link diversity training to overall organizational strategy</li><li>help all participants forge an individual, emotional connection to the training</li><li>identify what skills a facilitator needs—the right facilitator makes all the difference</li><li>create memorable learning experiences, not simply educational programs</li> <br>The authors’ goal is nothing less than to spark a worldwide revolution of informed practitioners, employees, and business leaders who will demand diversity training be given the same time, resources, and attention as any other critical enterprise initiative.<br> <br><i>Reading group discussion guide available in book.</i>