Does traditional diversity (DEI) training work?

Despite a long history in the United States, an equally long and robust body of literature has shown that traditional diversity training programs are not effective in achieving its stated goals.

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Podcast: Why Comedy and Tragedy are More Connected Than You Think with Karith Foster

In this episode of Impact Driven Leader, Tyler Dickerhoof sits down with humorist and diversity engagement specialist Karith Foster for an eye-opening conversation that blends humor, authenticity, and hard truths.

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Political Politeness... Is It Even A Possibility?

Join Karith Foster, CEO of Inversity Solutions and Cathy Cranberg, CEO of Authentic Agility, Monday Nov. 4, 2024 for a conversation to explore the concept of political politeness amidst a divisive political climate.

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Podcast: Ask Code Switch: The racial politics of washing dishes?

This week on Ask Code Switch, we're getting into the politics and power dynamics of race and dishes in the workplace (which is more fraught than you might think). When no one is "technically" the "dishwasher" at work...who's washing the dishes and should you feel some type of way about it?

You Can Be Perfect or You Can Be Happy

It's Just Lipstick: A Tribute to Ann Lichter

It is never easy hearing about the passing of someone you loved, especially a co-worker who made such an incredible impact on your life. But what does make it easier is knowing their spirit lives on in your and the other lives they touched. I pray I did justice capturing the gift of understanding my former colleague and mentor from Estee Lauder gave to me and so many others in this tribute. Please enjoy.

Inclusion & Belonging

Throwback Thursday: MIT Debate

In this debate, co-hosted by the MIT chapter of the Adam Smith Society and the MIT Free Speech Alliance two teams will debate the place of academic diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in higher education and whether they should be abolished – a move increasingly called for by DEI critics, including in state government. The debate takes place at MIT on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at 7:30 PM, and will be moderated by Nadine Strossen, past national president of the American Civil Liberties Union.

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Podcast: Theory-N2-Practice with Karith Foster on INVERSITY

In this episode of Theory-N2-Practice, we discuss the vision of “Inversity” with Karith Foster. Don’t miss it; it was a great interview!

International Business Times: How Inversity Solution's CEO Karith Foster Is Working To Counter Deception, Delusion, Distraction Plaguing DEI

How Inversity Solution's CEO Karith Foster Is Working To Counter Deception, Delusion, Distraction Plaguing DEI

Inclusion & Belonging

Karith Foster: Embracing Diversity in the Workplace Without Division

Karith Foster, founder of INVERSITY™ Solutions, is a speaker, trainer and consultant offering an empowered alternative to “traditional diversity” training that focuses on people’s similarities rather than their differences. She works with school districts, universities, industry associations and corporations of all sizes, supporting teams through keynotes, consulting, workshops, executive leadership retreats and online coaching. In this True Diversity video, Karith gives her advice for how to embrace diversity and respect employees' rights in the workplace.

USA Today: Inversity™ Reimagines Existing Diversity Without Division and an Inside-Out Approach

Inversity™ Reimagines Existing Diversity Without Division and an Inside-Out Approach

Inclusion & Belonging

AI & DEI: How Ever Will They Work Together?

Discussing sensitive topics like diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) can sometimes feel like roller-skating on a tightrope without a safety net or even an old mattress to catch you if you fall. Never fear, I've got some fantastic news for you: Laughter is the perfectly fitted cushion that will help us avert disaster and carnage. Not only is laughter the best medicine, but unbeknownst to many, is the gentle and incredibly potent antidote for angst, fatigue and fear- all unintentional horrible side effects of DEIB programming.

Podcast Interview

Podcast: Disrupting Diversity & Inclusion

Laura and Karith discuss everything from the pivotal moments that guided her career to why the traditional DEI programs aren’t making any changes. They also talk about the negative effects of cancel culture and what creating a culture of belonging really means.

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Podcast: What's So Funny About...?

For the inaugural Liberation Comedy Podcast, "What's So Funny About...? we are thrilled to have Karith Foster, American comedian, speaker, television and radio personality, actress, author, and entrepreneur. Karith is the founder and CEO of ⁠Inversity Solutions⁠ a consulting firm that specializes in and Foster Russell Alliance for Meaningful Expression (FRAME), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization which is committed to "Inspiring free speech, social change and empowerment through education and mentorship."

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