Change and Thrive Podcast 
Why Awareness Matters in DE&I
Lasting progress in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) begins with awareness. Leaders and employees must first recognize conscious, unconscious, and second-generation biases before they can shift organizational culture toward greater equity and belonging. Without awareness, even well-intentioned DE&I initiatives often fail to create sustainable change.
Insights from the Change and Thrive Podcast
In this episode of the Change and Thrive podcast, Dr. Wendy Heckelman is joined by Tianna Tye, Industrial-Organizational Psychologist and WLH team member. Together, they explore:
- The role of awareness as the first step in effective diversity training.
- How inclusive leadership helps reduce bias and strengthen team culture.
- Practical ways to start conversations that build equity in the workplace
Your Next Step
Awareness is only the beginning. Future episodes will address Assessment and Action—the steps that turn reflection into measurable organizational change.
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