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One of the biggest challenges we\u2019ve seen in the workplace is the pace in which the workforce is changing, especially in diversity and inclusion. At the PIHRA RealHR West LA event, we discussed some of the pitfalls that we face and different ways to create a safe space in which employees can have meaningful conversations about this topic.<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/p>\n Wanting to feel included is human nature. We all want to feel a sense of belonging with friends, in relationships and in the workplace. When employees don’t feel they are an integral part of an organization or you perceive lack of teamwork within your organization, where do you begin? What can you, as an HR leader, do? Working together, the panelists and the audience were able to discuss issues and brainstorm solutions to take back to their organization.<\/p>\n More than 60 individuals attended the 2nd rendition of PIHRA #RealHR at CTRL Collective<\/a> located in Playa Vista. The venue has a unique and creative look with neon animated lights, plenty of art, and an open rumpus room layout, which helped create a welcoming and safe space.<\/p>\n <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”2954,2955″ img_size=”medium” css=”.vc_custom_1571445184595{padding-top: 10px !important;padding-right: 10px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}”][vc_column_text] During the event, the panelists discussed different occasions when they\u2019ve felt excluded. Bill Stoddard, one of the panelists and a Senior Administrative Assistant at KPMG talked about how LGBTQ employees can feel excluded and alienated during company blood drives because of their sexual orientation and related ramifications. During the dialogue that ensued, he reflected that although he feels left out, he can\u2019t stop his organization and co-workers from participating in a cause that saves lives. <\/p>\n Peggy O\u2019Neill, an award-winning keynote speaker and author, was also on the RealHR West LA panel. She talked about one of her many trials as a little person living in a big world. Her example was after completing a challenging degree at an art school, a faculty member told her she would never find a job because of her situation. Although the statement was devastating, she refused to let it define her future.<\/p>\n Nicole Hancock Husband, Esq., Vice President of Human Resources, Warner Brothers Television was also on the PIHRA RealHR West LA panel. As a young lawyer, she experienced being the only African American woman at a prestigious law firm. When the firm discussed the diversity issue, they were more concerned about how diversity would mean they would have to \u201clower their standards.\u201d Needless to say, the conversation didn\u2019t sit well for her. <\/p>\nRealHR West LA Event: Inclusion and Belonging – Is HR in Charge?<\/h2>\n
\n <\/p>\nWe\u2019ve All Felt Excluded In Some Way Or Another<\/h2>\n