Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion work....with Maria Morukian

Ever wondered why Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is crucial for an organization's growth and development? Well, we've got the right person to discuss it. <br/><br/>Meet Maria Morukian - a DEI consultant from Washington D.C. Maria's bicultural and multilingual upbringing, coupled with her family's experience as refugees, fueled her fascination with diverse cultural value systems. Throughout the episode, she unravels her journey to DEI work and shares the evolution of the DEI landscape over the past nine years, and beyond.<br/><br/>Maria talks about:The challenges leaders often encounter while making changes to their behavioursThe performative approach to DEI, and its hindrancesHow altering power dynamics can provide more opportunities for those who have experienced harmHow intergroup dialogue, storytelling, and perspective-taking can be instrumental in creating a harmonious community. Maria touches upon the emotional labor and the lack of mental downtime in this work, the complexities of DEI and social justice work, as well as the critical role of future DEI practitioners. <br/><br/>Maria also enlightens us on the power of emotional intelligence learned from the most unexpected sources - our children - in creating an understanding community in our multicultural society. This episode is a must-listen for those interested in understanding DEI and its impact on our current social fabric.At The Culture Ministry we know how challenging and lonely it can be working in Diversity and Inclusion, and how progress is often slow. <br/><br/> You might be just getting started in Diversity and Inclusion, or you might be on your way. The Culture Ministry is here to help you with your Diversity and Inclusion progress. Go to https://www.thecultureministry.com/ to learn more<br/><br/> If you enjoyed this episode and maybe learnt something please share with your friends on social media, give a 5 star rating on Apple podcasts and leave a comment. This makes it easier for others to find A Dog Called Diversity. <br/><br/>A Dog Called Diversity is proud to be featured on Feedspot's 20 Best Diversity And Inclusion Podcasts <br/><br/>Thanks for listening. Follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook.