The Paradox of DEI: The Bright, the Dark, and the Unseen
Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025
7:30am to 10:30am
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Hear from a panel of HR industry experts, then share your experiences in facilitated round-table discussions.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives promise brighter, more equitable futures, but the journey is not without shadows and complexities. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation as we uncover the paradox of DEI, exploring its successes, hidden challenges, and unintended consequences. Through dynamic discussions and actionable insights, this session will illuminate the bright achievements, the darker complexities, and the unseen barriers shaping DEI in today’s world. Whether you’re an advocate, a skeptic, or somewhere in between, this event will challenge your perspectives and inspire meaningful action.
This time we've invited four industry experts to start off our session by answering some challenging questions. Our panel discussion will include...
- A DEI Expert/Consultant
- A Senior HR Leader
- An Employement and Human Rights Lawyer
- An Employee Experience Leader
This is your opportunity to discuss…
- How do we ensure that emerging technologies like AI and algorithm-driven hiring don’t perpetuate or amplify systemic biases?
- With younger generations demanding action and older generations wary of change, is DEI becoming a generational battlefield?
- Are companies prioritizing "looking good" over making meaningful change with DEI? How do we differentiate between authentic efforts and performative actions?
Radisson Hotel & Convention Center
4520 76 Avenue NW
Edmonton, AB, T6B 0A5