Episode Blog: https://caremorebebetter.comA/addressing-the-pushback-on-dei-with-natalie-norfus
Today’s divisive society and political climate have been changing the concept of diversity, equity, and inclusion or DEI. Instead of bringing people together regardless of social status, age, belief, or skin color, it is slowly becoming a cuss word used to demean and hurt. HR/DEI practitioner Natalie Norfus utilizes her years of problem-solving experience to address this pushback that currently hurts growth, accessibility, and opportunity in every workplace. Joining Corinna Bellizzi, she explains how DEI, despite not having a one-size-fits-all model, is crucial in dismantling the white supremacy culture. Natalie also discusses how the lack of a clear definition for DEI has led to its weaponization and how company leaders can commit to shutting down such advances.

About Guest:
Natalie Norfus is a creative and proven problem solver with nearly 20 years of experience as a labor and employment attorney and HR/DEI practitioner. Natalie partners with employers on DEI and HR strategies, conducts complex internal investigations, and provides coaching and training to Boards of Directors and other senior leaders. Natalie believes there is no “one-size fits all” approach to HR or DEI initiatives. She uses a metrics-based model to help organizations develop policies, programs and goals that are customized to their needs.

Guest LinkedIn:
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalienorfus
Guest Website: https://thenorfusfirm.com
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Show Notes:
00:02:26 - Introducing HR/DEI Practitioner Natalie Norfus
00:06:38 - Clash Between Law and Equity
00:12:28 - Getting Stuck In A White Supremacy Culture
00:23:27 - Benefits Of Healthy Debates
00:33:00 - No One-Size-Fits-All Approach In DEI
00:41:13 - How To Address The Continuous Pushback Of DEI
00:47:44 - Little America, The Hate You Give, And Other Resources
00:58:10 - Episode Wrap-Up And Closing Words

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